Benchmark Mortgage, San Diego

10/20/2022

Finding a home can be a fun step, but before you get carried away searching online or looking at homes in person, make sure to follow these tips to make the home buying process as smooth as possible!

Finding a home can be a fun step, but before you get carried away searching online or looking at homes in person, make sure to follow these tips to make the ...

10/19/2022

Securing the American dream for our American heroes! That is our veteran promise

10/18/2022

What steps should you take before you actually buy a house? The first thing you should do is to get pre-qualified and pre-approved. But what does that mean? Let’s break it down…

So, you’re looking to buy a home…or maybe you’re just wanting to learn more about where to even start. Well, stick around! We got you covered in the Steps to...

10/17/2022

Did you know that over the last 10 years rent has been steadily increasing? Compare that to a mortgage payment that remains consistent AND has the potential to decrease through refinancing when the market allows. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3RBATCq

10/14/2022

Why are home inspections important? Because they help identify any potential problems that you might've missed!
Get in touch with our team today to learn about home buying opportunities near you!

10/13/2022

There is a common misconception that in order to purchase a home you need to make a massive downpayment. While it helps to bring some money to the table, buyers actually have more options than they realize. Reach out to your local Benchmark team today to learn more about the various Down payment options available!

10/12/2022

Talk of rates and rate increases have dominated headlines over the last few months. But looking at data from the last 20 years puts today's rates into perspective. Check out our blog post to get educated on the current housing market and your home-buying options ... https://bit.ly/3qCFsQK

With mortgage interest rates at a level not seen for over a decade (see chart below), the question of whether to wait for interest rates to fall is creeping in. This is not unreasonable, however, it does beg the question. Are rates actually high? If you take a look at the chart below, you can …

10/11/2022

So you have found your dream home, gotten it inspected, applied for a loan, and have been working diligently to get everything together so you can move into your new home. What comes next? Let’s talk about Closing!

So far in the home-buying journey you have found your dream home, gotten it inspected, applied for a loan, and have been working diligently to get everything...

10/10/2022

Recently, the VA has revised their qualifications for those who serve and have served in the National Guard, which has opened the VA loan to thousands of National Guard members. Check out our latest blog post to learn more about these updated guidelines:
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Featured photo credit: https://www.nationalguard.com/careers/ground-forces The VA loan is one of the most powerful home buying tools available to those who qualify. A few benefits of the VA home loan are an option for ZERO down payment, no Private Mortgage Insurance, and lenient credit qualification...

10/07/2022

Did you know that between 2012 and 2022, rent experienced an average inflation rate of 3.43% per year? Buying a home offers an escape from rising rent prices. Reach out to our team to learn more about your home buying options today.

10/06/2022

Bidding wars have started to ease which means that qualified buyers have regained negotiating power in certain scenarios. What does this mean for your home buying options? Reach out to our team and learn more today!

10/05/2022

Choosing Benchmark means you don't have to go through the home buying journey alone. We will work with you each and every step of the way to ensure you are given a world class home purchase experience.