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Tips and advice to help Veterans and military families get the most from homebuying
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Should ‘For Sale By Owner’ Scare You?Are you thinking about using your VA mortgage on a for sale by owner property? Make sure to weigh the pros and cons of this type of transaction first.
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3 Ways Your Child Could Directly Impact Your VA LoanDid you know your child could have a direct impact on your VA loan approval? Kids are expensive. Learn 3 ways they can impact your mortgage approval.
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You’ve Earned It: Housing Grants Can Help Disabled VeteransThe VA has three federal grant programs that allow veterans with certain service-connected disabilities to purchase or modify a home adapted to fit their unique needs. -
What Is The VA Seller Concession Rule?Seller concessions with a VA home loan can save veteran home buyers thousands of dollars, but cannot exceed 4 percent of the loan.
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What You Need to Know About Your Statement of ServicePrequalification is the first step of the VA mortgage process. A veteran home buyer's statement of service provides VA lenders with key information that can help them qualify for a VA home loan.
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Getting a VA Loan More Than OnceReusing your VA loan benefits is definitely possible. Here we cover how that works and the two levels of entitlement – basic and bonus.
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5 Common Reasons Homes Fail The VA Loan AppraisalThe VA loan appraisal process ensures your future home meets VA loan requirements. Make sure you know what VA appraisers look for before inspection time.
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7 Tips for Crafting a Captivating Home Buyer’s LetterHomebuyers are writing personal letters to sellers to make their offer stand out. Here are 7 tips for crafting a captivating letter to the seller.
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Should You Save Your VA Eligibility and Go FHA?FHA loans have become increasingly popular. But most qualified military borrowers will save more money and enjoy greater buying power using a VA loan.
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How Does Your DD 214 Help You to Get a VA Home Loan?Even before you pick a home, getting your VA form DD214 can help verify your eligibility for a VA home loan. What is a DD214 and how do you acquire yours?
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6 Things You Need To Know About VA Streamline RefinancingThe VA Streamline refinance offers substantial benefits to homeowners looking to reduce their interest rate. Here we’ve compiled some of the most common streamline questions.
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Save Money By Knowing the Difference Between APR and Interest RateWhat is APR? If you're shopping for a mortgage, knowing the difference between APR and interest rate can save you thousands over the life of a loan.
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My Bank Statement Can Kill My VA Loan?Bank statements are a window into your spending habits and ability to make sound financial choices. Read about these 4 items to avoid on your statement.
