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Benefit news, VA loan tips and personal finance help from the Nation's #1 VA lender for Homebuyers
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VA Loans and Credit Score Minimums: Requirements Buyers Need to KnowCredit score requirements vary by lender. However, most lenders have similar criteria. Let's look at the minimum credit score for a VA loan and what lenders typically expect.
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2022 VA Funding Fee: Complete Explainer with Charts and ExemptionsThe VA funding fee is a governmental fee required for many VA borrowers. However, some Veterans are exempt, and the fee varies by VA loan usage and other factors. Here we explore the ins and outs of the VA funding fee, current charts, who's exempt and a handful of unique scenarios.
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How VA Loans Work: What Most Borrowers Don’t Know About VA LoansA VA loan is a mortgage option issued by private lenders and partially backed, or guaranteed, by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Here we look at how VA loans work and what most borrowers don’t know about the program.
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Full List of Property Tax Exemptions By StateMost states offer disabled veterans a property tax exemption, which can save veterans thousands each year depending on state and disability percentage.
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Can You Have Two VA Loans? Breaking Down Second-Tier Entitlement and Multiple VA LoansVA loan entitlement can be a tricky subject. Here we breakdown second-tier entitlement and what to expect when reusing your VA loan benefits.
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VA Construction Loans: How to Build a Home with a VA LoanBuilding your dream home is a possibility with a VA home loan. But it isn’t always an easy road. Here we take a deep dive into VA construction loans and how you can build a home with a VA loan.
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Using a VA Loan for Manufactured Homes or Modular HomesManufactured and modular homes are an attractive option for many VA borrowers, but they often come with hurdles. They will need to meet minimum property requirements and other guidelines specified by the lender. Some lenders may not be willing to finance these homes.
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Debt-to-Income (DTI) Ratio Guidelines for VA LoansVA lenders will take a deep dive into your finance to determine if you are eligible for a VA home loan. One of the most important metrics is the Debt-to-Income (DTI) Ratio.
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VA Disability Compensation Rates for 2022 with Example CalculationsVA disability compensation (pay) is a tax-free benefit paid to Veterans with injuries or illnesses obtained during or made worse by active duty. These are the latest VA disability compensation rates for 2022.
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