Mortgage Broker in Pasadena, CA — Home Loans for Purchase and Refinance

If you are buying a home or refinancing in Pasadena, Lendia can help. Lendia, Inc. is a licensed California mortgage broker, not a bank. Instead of offering a single lender’s products, we compare options from the wholesale lenders we work with for FHA, VA, conventional, jumbo and non-QM loans, then walk you through the choices that fit your situation. Pasadena is in Los Angeles County, and we arrange loans for properties throughout the county.

Buying or Refinancing in Pasadena

Pasadena is a Los Angeles County city at the edge of the San Gabriel Valley, known for the Rose Bowl, the Rose Parade, Caltech and a historic downtown in Old Pasadena. The housing includes many Craftsman bungalows, Spanish and Mediterranean revival homes, larger estates in the foothills, and condos and apartments near the center of town. The city’s blend of historic charm and modern condo living means buyers are often comparing very different kinds of homes.

Historic homes can bring special considerations, including older wiring and plumbing, seismic upgrades, and sometimes restrictions in designated districts that affect remodeling plans. Los Angeles County is a high-cost county, so higher-balance conforming loans are available, and larger purchases can move into jumbo territory. Borrowers here may be professionals, academics, medical workers or self-employed, which makes it worthwhile to choose a loan program that fits how income is actually earned. A conversation about the property, planned improvements and income sources helps point to the right structure.

Common Loan Situations in Pasadena

• Historic and older homes. Renovation or repair financing can help when a charming house needs systems work after purchase.
• Foothill and larger purchases. Higher-priced properties can use higher-balance or jumbo loans, with reserve requirements that vary by program.
• Condo purchases. Condos near Old Pasadena and along the main boulevards depend on association financials and approval status.

Los Angeles County Loan Limits for 2026

The 2026 conforming loan limit for a one-unit home in Los Angeles County is $1,249,125. Los Angeles County is a designated high-cost area, so its limit sits at the national ceiling for 2026. Conventional loans above that amount are jumbo loans, which follow different guidelines. VA loans work differently: with full entitlement there is no VA-set loan limit, and the county limit mainly matters for borrowers with reduced or remaining entitlement. You can look up the limit for a specific ZIP code on our California loan limits page.

Home Loan Programs Available in Pasadena

• Conventional loans — for buyers and homeowners with solid credit; down payment options start as low as 3% for eligible buyers.
• FHA loans — government-insured loans with down payments as low as 3.5% for qualified borrowers and more flexible credit guidelines.
• VA loans — up to 100% financing for eligible veterans, active-duty service members and some surviving spouses.
• Jumbo loans — for conventional loan amounts above the Los Angeles County limit of $1,249,125.
• Non-QM and bank statement loans — alternative documentation for self-employed borrowers, investors and other non-traditional income.
• Refinancing — rate-and-term and cash-out options for current Pasadena homeowners.

How Working With Lendia Goes

1. Start with your goals. Tell us whether you are buying, refinancing or taking cash out, and what monthly payment feels comfortable. The affordability guide shows how lenders look at your income and debts.
2. Get preapproved. We review your income, assets and credit, then explain which programs fit. See what to expect in our preapproval guide.
3. Compare options. Because we are a broker, we can compare programs from the lenders we work with rather than quoting one product.
4. Close with clear communication. We keep you updated on appraisal, underwriting and closing steps so there are no surprises.

Common Questions From Pasadena Borrowers

What is the loan limit in Los Angeles County?

For 2026, the one-unit conforming limit in Los Angeles County is $1,249,125. Conventional loan amounts above it are jumbo loans, while VA loans with full entitlement have no VA-set limit. Limits are higher for two- to four-unit properties.

Can I buy in Pasadena with less than 20% down?

Yes, depending on the program. Conventional loans can go as low as 3% down for eligible buyers, FHA loans as low as 3.5% down for qualified borrowers, and VA loans offer up to 100% financing for eligible borrowers. Lower down payments usually mean mortgage insurance on conventional and FHA loans. Our down payment guide explains the tradeoffs.

Is Lendia a bank or a broker?

Lendia is a mortgage broker, which means we arrange your loan with a lender rather than lending our own money. Lendia, Inc. is licensed in California only. You can verify our license on the NMLS Consumer Access website using NMLS #295073.

Ready to talk about your Pasadena purchase or refinance? Request a rate quote or call (949) 333-4636.

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