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VA loan expert Chris Birk brings you the latest news and tips about your VA loan benefit
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VA Purchase Loans Increase for 8th Straight Year in FY 2019VA loans to purchase homes increased for the eighth straight year in Fiscal Year 2019, according to data released recently by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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A Closer Look at a Key VA Loan Benefit: Avoiding PMIPrivate mortgage insurance (PMI) is typically required for conventional financing. Even FHA has their own version of PMI. Let’s take a look at how VA borrowers avoid this additional cost.
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VA Loan Pros and ConsAs with any mortgage option, VA loans have pros and cons that you should be aware of before making a final decision. Let's take a closer look.
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A Closer Look at the Certificate of Eligibility for VA LoansThe Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is the only reliable proof of a prospective buyer’s eligibility, and lenders can’t safely close a VA loan without it. -
New: Significant Changes to VA’s Cash-Out Refinance Program
The VA Cash-Out Refinance is a powerful loan option that helps qualified veterans tap into their home equity, take advantage of lower interest rates and bring non-VA loans into the VA loan program.
This critical home financing tool has recently experienced some big changes meant to safeguard veteran homeowners and their families.
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How Purple Heart Recipients Will Save on VA Loan FeesActive duty Purple Heart recipients are exempt from paying the funding fee that the Department of Veteran Affairs charges on guaranteed home loans starting January 1, 2020. -
An Explanation of VA Entitlement Codes: What Are They, and What Do They Mean?Learn about the most common types of VA entitlement codes and how they impact your VA home loan eligibility. -
Meet the 24 Millionth VA Loan Recipient!The VA Loan Program Celebrates 75 Years. Veterans United was honored to make the milestone loan to SFC William Kopf as the 24 millionth VA recipient.
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Seven Decades of Success: A Brief History of the VA Home LoanThe long-cherished VA home loan program turns 70 next year, and today it's more important than ever. Here's a brief look at the history of VA loans.
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VA Loans Moving Forward During Government ShutdownSee this post for information on what will happen to your VA Benefits, specifically the VA Loan, with the government shutdown. -
28 Must-Read VA Loan Tips to Help You Land Your Dream HomeUsing your VA loan benefits to purchase a home is exciting, but if you are new to the process you may need some pointers along the way.
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Here's the Easiest Way to Have a Seller Pay Your Closing CostsTypical VA loan closing costs can vary, but with a good offer and VA appraisal, sellers may be able to pay them all without sacrificing their bottom line. -
How Student Loans Can Affect Your VA Home Loan ChancesStudent loans can play a key role in your ability to qualify for a VA home loan. Learn more about how deferments and forbearance can affect your chances.
