Guidance Defined by Trust and Excellence

Mortgage planning / Real Estate Services for Home Owners

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$227M+

Total Transactions Closed

Dual License

Mortgage Broker & Realtor

Conventional & Private Lending

Purchase, Refi, Reverse & More

5.0 Stars

Google & Zillow Verified

The Integrated Approach

Two disciplines. One advisor.

In most real estate transactions, buyers rely on separate professionals—a realtor and a mortgage broker—who often operate independently with limited collaboration. Mark offers a more refined approach. Holding both real estate and mortgage licenses, he integrates your property search with a tailored financing strategy from the very beginning. The result is a seamless, well-coordinated experience where every decision is aligned—allowing you to move with confidence, clarity, and a strategic advantage.

Mortgage Advisory

From conventional and Jumbo loans to complex private lending scenarios, Mark structures financing around your goals. Access to wholesale lenders, non-QM mortgages, VA, FHA, reverse HECM, and constructions loans that are often not available at retail banks.

Real Estate Guidance

Mark provides strategic, client-focused real estate guidance tailored to each buyer’s goals. With deep market insight and a commitment to clear communication, he helps clients navigate every step with confidence—from identifying the right property to negotiating effectively and closing smoothly—ensuring a seamless and well-informed home buying experience.

Private Lending Solutions

We specialize in solutions for self-employed borrowers and unique financial situations. Programs include bank statement and asset-based income loans, no-income-verification investor loans (DSCR), construction financing, reverse mortgages, and more—designed to provide flexible lending options when traditional mortgage guidelines may not fit your financial profile.

The Process

How Your Home Sells

Nine deliberate steps from first conversation to final signature — each one designed to protect your investment and maximize your return.

Initial Consultation
Meet with your advisor to discuss your goals, timeline, and home's market potential. This step ensures your selling strategy is tailored to your needs.
Home Evaluation &
Pricing Strategy
We provide a detailed market analysis and set a competitive, strategic listing price designed to attract qualified buyers.
Preparation & Staging
Enhance your home's appeal through professional staging, photography, and pre-listing improvements to maximize value and impact.
Marketing & Exposure
Your property is showcased through premium listings, high-quality photography, virtual tours, and targeted campaigns to reach qualified buyers locally and globally.
Showings & Open Houses
We coordinate private showings and exclusive open houses, ensuring your home is presented at its very best.
Offers & Negotiation
Receive, review, and compare offers. We handle all negotiations to achieve optimal terms and maximum value.
Escrow & Disclosures
California law requires disclosure documents, inspections, and contingencies. We guide you through escrow, ensuring compliance and a smooth process.
Closing & Transfer
of Ownership
Finalize the sale with title companies and escrow officers. Keys, funds, and ownership are transferred seamlessly.
Post-Sale Support
We provide ongoing guidance, from relocation assistance to leveraging your sale for future investments.

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Dual

Licensed

5★

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About Mark

A local advisorwho knows both sides.

Mark Gurich has spent 18 years in the Westlake Village and Conejo Valley market — first as a mortgage professional, then earning his real estate license to serve clients who needed strategic guidance across both disciplines. He built his practice around a simple observation: the best outcomes happen when one trusted person holds the full picture.

Mark specializes in complex financing — jumbo loans, bridge financing, private lending, and non-QM solutions for self-employed and high-net-worth individuals who need more than a rate comparison.

Mortgage License

NMLS #364342 · California

Real Estate License

CA DRE #01312743 · REALTOR®

Specialty

Private Lending & Complex Financing

Market

Conejo Valley & Greater Los Angeles

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Real Estate Perspectives

Curated perspectives on luxury real estate, financing, and investment strategies.

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JAN 12, 2026 | MARK GURICH

Buying vs Renting in Southern California

In Southern California, the rent vs buy decision is really a time-horizon decision. Renting often wins on flexibility and lower upfront costs. Buying can win long-term by converting payments into equity and stabilizing housing costs, but only if you can comfortably carry the full cost of ownership and plan to stay.

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Clients Experience

For over a 25 years, families and professionals from Ventura to Los Angeles County have relied on our experience and guidance to meet their real estate needs.

“We've done business with Mark from Lower Mortgage for the last 15 to 20 years. With Mark, you get experience, resources, and full follow up until his clients are fully funded and closed. We will always recommend Mark and his services.”

Nakisha Tucker

Thousand Oaks, CA

“We closed on our first home this week and it would not have happened without Mark. Not only was he a wonderful human and very easy to talk to and work with, he beat the pants off the other brokers we spoke with. In a market where rates were not great in g…”

Kiersten Skov

First-Time Buyer

“We've done business with Mark from Lower Mortgage for the last 15 to 20 years. With Mark, you get experience, resources, and full follow up until his clients are fully funded and closed. We will always recommend Mark and his services.”

Nakisha Tucker

Thousand Oaks, CA

“We closed on our first home this week and it would not have happened without Mark. Not only was he a wonderful human and very easy to talk to and work with, he beat the pants off the other brokers we spoke with. In a market where rates were not great in g…”

Kiersten Skov

First-Time Buyer

“We've done business with Mark from Lower Mortgage for the last 15 to 20 years. With Mark, you get experience, resources, and full follow up until his clients are fully funded and closed. We will always recommend Mark and his services.”

Nakisha Tucker

Thousand Oaks, CA

“We closed on our first home this week and it would not have happened without Mark. Not only was he a wonderful human and very easy to talk to and work with, he beat the pants off the other brokers we spoke with. In a market where rates were not great in g…”

Kiersten Skov

First-Time Buyer

“We've done business with Mark from Lower Mortgage for the last 15 to 20 years. With Mark, you get experience, resources, and full follow up until his clients are fully funded and closed. We will always recommend Mark and his services.”

Nakisha Tucker

Thousand Oaks, CA

“We closed on our first home this week and it would not have happened without Mark. Not only was he a wonderful human and very easy to talk to and work with, he beat the pants off the other brokers we spoke with. In a market where rates were not great in g…”

Kiersten Skov

First-Time Buyer

“Mark is an incredible professional and is super cool. He helps with anything. I had the opportunity to work with him on one of my refinances. He answered questions and helped solve issues throughout the whole process. We closed on time and actually could…”

Alvaro Baker

Refinance

“Mark is one of the best loan officers ever. He knows home loans from beginning to end and can help identify the right product. He communicates clearly, makes sure the process is correct, and works to get the best deal for you.”

Carson Tran

Thousand Oaks, CA

“Mark is an incredible professional and is super cool. He helps with anything. I had the opportunity to work with him on one of my refinances. He answered questions and helped solve issues throughout the whole process. We closed on time and actually could…”

Alvaro Baker

Refinance

“Mark is one of the best loan officers ever. He knows home loans from beginning to end and can help identify the right product. He communicates clearly, makes sure the process is correct, and works to get the best deal for you.”

Carson Tran

Thousand Oaks, CA

“Mark is an incredible professional and is super cool. He helps with anything. I had the opportunity to work with him on one of my refinances. He answered questions and helped solve issues throughout the whole process. We closed on time and actually could…”

Alvaro Baker

Refinance

“Mark is one of the best loan officers ever. He knows home loans from beginning to end and can help identify the right product. He communicates clearly, makes sure the process is correct, and works to get the best deal for you.”

Carson Tran

Thousand Oaks, CA

“Mark is an incredible professional and is super cool. He helps with anything. I had the opportunity to work with him on one of my refinances. He answered questions and helped solve issues throughout the whole process. We closed on time and actually could…”

Alvaro Baker

Refinance

“Mark is one of the best loan officers ever. He knows home loans from beginning to end and can help identify the right product. He communicates clearly, makes sure the process is correct, and works to get the best deal for you.”

Carson Tran

Thousand Oaks, CA

Common Questions

Your questions, answered

Answers to the most common questions our customers have. If you don't find the information you're looking for, feel free to contact us.

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Buying vs Renting in Southern California

Guidance Defined by Trust and Excellence

Mortgage Advisory

Real Estate Guidance

Private Lending Solutions

How Your Home Sells

Initial Consultation

Home Evaluation &Pricing Strategy

Preparation & Staging

Marketing & Exposure

Showings & Open Houses

Offers & Negotiation

Escrow & Disclosures

Closing & Transferof Ownership

Post-Sale Support

A local advisorwho knows both sides.

Real Estate Perspectives

Buying vs Renting in Southern California

What Our Clients Experience

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Your questions, answered

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Guidance Defined by Trust and Excellence

Mortgage Advisory

Real Estate Guidance

Private Lending Solutions

How Your Home Sells

Initial Consultation

Home Evaluation &Pricing Strategy

Preparation & Staging

Marketing & Exposure

Showings & Open Houses

Offers & Negotiation

Escrow & Disclosures

Closing & Transferof Ownership

Post-Sale Support

A local advisorwho knows both sides.

Real Estate Perspectives

Buying vs Renting in Southern California

What Our Clients Experience

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Nakisha Tucker

Kiersten Skov

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Alvaro Baker

Carson Tran

Your questions, answered

What does a mortgage broker actually do?ExpandCollapse

What does a mortgage broker actually do?ExpandCollapse

How can a broker offer lower rates than a big bank?ExpandCollapse

What does a mortgage broker actually do?ExpandCollapse

Home Evaluation &
Pricing Strategy

Closing & Transfer
of Ownership

Home Evaluation &
Pricing Strategy

Closing & Transfer
of Ownership