The CalPLUS FHA Program

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CalPLUS FHA Program Overview—with Stephen Palermo The CalPLUS FHA Program Overview is perfect for first-time buyers needing help with closing costs and low down payments. I’m Stephen Palermo with Gold Standard Mortgage, and as your trusted Visalia loan officer, I’m here to help you navigate Visalia housing loan solutions like this one. Program Eligibility Details…

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What do the tariffs mean for mortgage rates?

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What Do the Tariffs Mean for Mortgage Rates? Consolidated by Stephen Palermo with Gold Standard Mortgage – Your Trusted Visalia Loan Officer Last week, new tariff announcements shook the financial markets. These changes created uncertainty for investors, businesses, and homebuyers. Many now wonder how today’s mortgage rates will respond in the weeks ahead. The U.S.…

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Mortgage Rates Are Slowly Getting Better – Here’s a Quick Update

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What’s Going On With Mortgage Rates in the Central Valley? Hi, I’m Stephen Palermo, a home loan specialist with Gold Standard Mortgage. I help families in the Central Valley find the right home loan. If you’re looking to buy a house soon, you might be wondering about mortgage rates. Let’s talk about what’s happening, what…

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