VA Loan
Can you purchase a fixer-upper with a VA loan?
Yes, you can purchase a fixer-upper with a VA loan. There are Veterans Affairs rules on structural and cosmetic repairs. Budgeting and time are essential to consider. When buying a home that has needed repairs and you want to use your VA loan benefits, remember it will be a process. First, you will need to […]
12 min readVA Loan Eligibility Letter – VA Home Loan Certificate of Eligibility
VA loan Certificate of Eligibility can be obtained by the military member. There are several ways to obtain a COE; you can do it yourself or with a lender. When applying for a VA loan Certificate of Eligibility (COE), it is wise to understand that the Department of Veterans Affairs is not funding the new […]
10 min readVA Loan with 580 Credit Score – Low Credit Score & Home Loan Mortgage
A low credit score will not stop you from getting a Veterans Affairs VA loan. There are many different lender programs that can help you get a home mortgage. Learning that you can get a mortgage loan with low credit is one of the most relieving things to hear as a buyer starts purchasing their […]
7 min readVA Loan Co-signer: Your Key to a Mortgage & Home Loan
VA loan co-signers can be used by eligible beneficiaries of the Veterans Affairs (VA) loan as a tool to settle into their first property using a co-signer! When someone is seeking approval for a mortgage loan, obtaining the loan can sometimes be challenging without the correct credit scores and financial stability. In the case of […]
9 min readVA Origination Fee
VA origination fee is a flat fee totaling 1% of the VA loan added to the total. It is paid by the buyer. The fee is for the lender to get the loan processed. Lenders need to make money too, so they charge what is known as origination fees on loans. For VA loans, the […]
8 min readIs a VA Loan Guaranteed?
Yes, VA loans are guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing eligible veterans and active duty service members with more favorable loan terms What is VA Loan Guarantee A VA loan guarantee is a government-backed loan for the military populations, endorsed and protected by the VA. This backing and guarantee allows the lender to […]
6 min readVA Loan on Foreclosure
VA loans can buy foreclosures. You can use the VA loan again if you have been foreclosed before on a home, this can come with some lender restrictions. Let’s dive into both sides of the VA loan on foreclosure topic, buying a foreclosed home with your VA loan and what it looks like to use […]
12 min readVA Loan vs USDA Loan: Which Type of Home Loan Is Better?
VA loans and USDA loans are both amazing ways to get a mortgage with minimal fees, eliminate PMI (mortgage insurance), and finance 100% of the home’s cost. Although both loans offer products that can, in most cases, save the buyer a lot of out-of-pocket expenses, it is essential to understand that both have separate qualifications. […]
11 min readVA Loan on a Condo
VA loans can be used to purchase a condo, like a single-family home. Buyers should understand requirements and ensure the condo is on the VA-approved condo list. The VA-approved condo units listing will be necessary for you and your lender to know about. This extensive database is where any Veteran Affairs (VA) approved condo developments […]
11 min readVA Loan For Mobile Home vs VA Loan For Manufactured Home
Manufactured homes can use VA loans but mobile homes cannot use a VA loan. VA loans for manufactured homes will require special considerations from the VA. In some cases sellers and real estate agents will refer to a manufactured home as a “mobile home”. It is important to understand what the home is because you […]
8 min readVA Loan Water Test Requirements
VA loan water test requirements are mandated by both the VA loan and the lender. This requires the buyer to produce documentation showing the water is safe. If purchasing a home that has cisterns, private wells, and shared wells you will be required to have water tests if using a VA loan. VA loan water […]
6 min readChanges for VA Loan are coming in 2023
The upcoming VA Loan changes for 2023 are creating a buzz! With the entire real estate market undergoing some exciting changes, benefiting buyers, sellers, and investors alike, one change we will see is the VA Loan appraisal changes for 2023. This process remodel is being implemented to help make offers using a VA Loan more […]
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