Future Homeowners
Tips and advice to help Veterans and military families get the most from homebuying
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6 Simple Ways to Prepare for HomeownershipFrom credit and savings to creating a budget, check out a few key steps you can take to financially prepare for homeownership.
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Pros and Cons of Fixer-UppersNot sure if you want to take the plunge into purchasing a fixer-upper that is going to need a lot of work? Check out this post before diving in.
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Veterans United Live with Homebuying 101Click here for a replay of a Veterans United live video chat on Homebuying 101.
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FHFA Strives to Protect Veterans From Eminent DomainThe eminent domain dispute is boiling over in some areas. See what this dilemma means for VA borrowers today, and VA borrowers down the road.
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What Happens to My Mortgage Application When I Take a Leave of Absence?Learn the role a leave of absence from work plays in the VA mortgage application process and what you can do to prepare.
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Will Your Tax Returns Impact Your VA Mortgages?Do you have any of these red flags on your tax returns? Learn how an underwriter will interpret each of these unique situations so you can avoid surprises.
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Ditch the Rent for Homeownership. Start Here.Are you currently renting but have dreams of homeownership? Learn about the out-of-pocket costs your budget will incur and how to save starting now.
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Fact: Veterans and Service Members Can Avoid Tight Credit RestrictionsWhat do recent rules and regulations mean for VA mortgages concerned about credit restrictions? Read more from Peter Miller in this column.
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5 Ways For VA Homeowners to Find Relief After a Natural DisasterFires, hurricanes and other natural disasters can ruin property, but can they hurt your credit if you're a VA borrower? Learn more in this informative post.
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How Disaster Strikes Twice For The Underinsured HomeownerThough it is a mistake far too costly to be so common, the percentage of underinsured homeowners is staggering. How can you prevent being underinsured?
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Earnest Money: More Than Just A Show Of Good FaithEarnest money is an important part of the VA home loan process, and it can be a crucial step of buying any home. See what earnest money is.
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Keys to Closing: The GFE and HUD-1Some of the paperwork you fill out for your VA loan can be confusing, especially the GFE and HUD-1 forms. What do they mean? Here's more handy information.
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Bidding Wars: What Escalation Clauses Mean For VA BorrowersThose in the market to buy a home in today's market might run into issues when it comes to escalation clauses. What's a buyer to do?
