About Tom Murphy

Tom Murphy grew up in La Jolla, California surfing and carving his niche in the local real estate market. Mr. Murphy has a stellar record as a loan officer with over a decade of experience helping people secure the right home loan. He now works at Answer Home Lending in San Diego CA. NMLS #662141

Can you Refinance a FHA Mortgage to a Conventional Home Loan?

Many homebuyers don’t have a 20% down payment or high credit score, so they turn to FHA loans to buy their home. FHA mortgages have many advantages, but they may have higher annual costs than conventional loans in many cases. So, it can be beneficial when your credit and financial situation improves to refinance an… Read More »

How to Buy a House with Little Money Down and Average Credit Scores

One of the biggest barriers to buying a home for many Americans is the down payment. But many first-time home buyers have misconceptions about the down payment that is required, as well as what credit scores are needed. According to the National Association of Realtors, 85% of first time buyers think they need 10% down… Read More »