5 Steps to a VA Home Loan

January 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment

A VA loan can provide a means for veterans to finance a home with very little out-of-pocket.  And, VA backing enables lenders to offer very attractive terms to eligible borrowers.  Here are 5 simple … [Read more...]

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Benefits: VA Home Loan Guaranty

November 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment

As part of the benefits offered to those who serve our country, most military members are eligible for a home loan guaranty, a formal pledge to pay another person's debt, from the Department of … [Read more...]

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PCS Season Tips

June 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Oh, they joys of summer. No school, swimming, barbeques with friends, and the beautiful sight of moving trucks and boxes. Yes, summer is PCS season! How can something so fun and exciting for many of … [Read more...]

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6 Requirements for VA Loan Applicants

February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Follow these 7 requirements for the VA loan application process:  1. Obtain COE  A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) can be obtained with your lender’s help or by you online at the Veterans … [Read more...]

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VA Loans Outside the Box – Financing Income Property

June 23, 2011 By 1 Comment

Written by Kristine Wylie,Most VA-backed mortgages are for purchase or refinance of a single-family residence in which an active duty military member or veteran lives in.  According to VA … [Read more...]

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VA Refinance Loan With Devalued Home

June 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Written by Kristine Wylie,After the housing bubble burst in 2007, many parts of the country saw a decrease in real estate values.  Is it okay to seek a VA refinance loan if your home has … [Read more...]

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VA Home Loans New Modification Regulation

May 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment

On February 7, 2011 the VA finalized a new loan modification regulation. The new rule allows for more flexibility for VA loan modification without the approval of the VA. A loan modification … [Read more...]

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VA Refinance With Worse Credit Than Before

May 24, 2011 By 1 Comment

You’ve got a mortgage and you want to refinance with a VA loan, only your credit has deteriorated since you qualified for your last mortgage.  You may still qualify.There is no minimum credit … [Read more...]

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VA Lending Service to Work After Hours to Aid Military

April 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Military members serving overseas often find it difficult to contact VA lenders regarding home loans because of time differences.  But, relief may be in sight for many of these overseas … [Read more...]

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VA Loans and the Fair Housing Act

April 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Written by Isaac F. DavisThe Fair Housing Act was passed as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1968.  The law helps protect every mortgagee, including VA borrowers.  According to the fair housing … [Read more...]

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