Find 8+ owner financed homes across the Golden State. Skip the banks and get immediate ownership with seller financing. From Silicon Valley's tech hubs to beach communities, we have properties with flexible terms that make homeownership accessible despite California's high cost of living.
Get the deed right away, unlike rent to own
Deal directly with property owners
Many sellers work with all credit situations
Multiple owner financed properties in the City of Angels
Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Downtown LA alternatives
Multiple properties in the tech capital
Skip high down payments with owner financing
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Immediate ownership with deed transfer. Build equity from day one. Tax benefits as a homeowner. Protected by California property laws.
Years of renting before ownership. No equity during rental period. Risk of losing option fee. Treated as tenant under California law.
High-income tech professionals often prefer owner financing to avoid massive down payments. Companies like Google, Apple, and Meta create housing demand but traditional financing can be challenging.
Malibu, Santa Barbara, and Monterey attract buyers seeking beach lifestyle. Owner financing makes these premium markets accessible to more buyers.
Central Valley and Inland Empire offer affordability with owner financing. Growing populations from LA and Bay Area create investment opportunities.
Yes, owner financing is completely legal in California. The state has comprehensive laws governing seller financing through grant deeds, deeds of trust, and promissory notes. California Civil Code and Financial Code provide strong protections for both parties.
Credit requirements vary by seller. Approximately 30% of our California properties have no credit check requirements, 50% work with buyers who have credit challenges, and 20% prefer good credit. Each seller sets their own terms based on down payment and other factors.
Down payments typically range from 10% to 25% of the purchase price. Due to California's high property values, some sellers may accept lower percentages but higher dollar amounts. The average is around 15-20%, much lower than traditional financing in expensive markets.
Yes! Many California sellers offer owner financing for investment properties. This is especially common in college towns and areas with strong rental demand. Terms may vary from primary residences, with higher down payments typically required.