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San Diego mortgage bite remains mighty
Every first time buyer that I've helped buy a home has used one of the many first time buyer programs that provides the down payment (i.e. CalHFA or the VA benefit). Depending on the program, some grants do not have to be paid back. They just have to have good credit (640+ FICO) and income to meet the debt to income ratio. It's certainly not impossible, and with a certified lender able to utilize those programs, people can buy homes here. Gone are the days of having to have 20% down plus closing costs. These programs are helping our residents become owners rather than remaining renters dealing with rising rent rates.— February 19, 2017 12:05 p.m.