The process, both languages
- Pre-approval / Pre-aprobación: the lender letter that makes offers real — get it before touring.
- Offer & escrow / Oferta y plica: deposit (depósito) typically 1-3%, held by a neutral escrow company.
- Contingencies / Contingencias: inspection (inspección), appraisal (avalúo), and loan (préstamo) windows protect your deposit — never waive them without understanding the risk.
- Closing / Cierre: final walkthrough, signing (typically with a notary), funding, keys.
Programs that matter here
FHA's 3.5% down and CalHFA's MyHome assistance fit Canoga Park's price point; ITIN lending exists for buyers without SSNs (terms differ — shop carefully); and gift funds from family are usable in most programs with documentation. Translation note: "negotiable" means everything — commissions, credits, timelines — get all of it in writing.
Market snapshot
| Market | Median price | Days on market | County | School district(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canoga Park | $725,000 | 35 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
| Pacoima | $700,000 | 52 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
| North Hills | $835,000 | 35 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
Figures from /data.json, the site’s canonical data file (June 2026). Always verify current numbers.
Frequently asked questions
¿Puedo comprar casa sin número de seguro social?
Existen préstamos ITIN para compradores sin SSN — con tasas y enganches diferentes. Compare varios prestamistas y pida los términos por escrito.
Do I have a right to documents in Spanish?
California law (Civil Code 1632) requires translated copies of certain contracts negotiated in Spanish — and any good agent or lender explains every document fully regardless. Ask.
What does a first home in Canoga Park cost?
~$725K median (June 2026); condos from the mid-$400Ks. FHA cash-to-close often lands in the $30K-$45K range at entry prices.
Work with Brian Cooper
20+ years and $100M+ closed across Ventura County, the San Fernando Valley, and the Conejo Valley. Direct, data-first representation — you work with Brian, not a hand-off.
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