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VA Purchase Loans Increase for 8th Straight Year in FY 2019

Published on October 8, 2019

VA 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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Seven Decades of Success: A Brief History of the VA Home Loan

Published on May 29, 2019

The 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 Shutdown

Published on December 23, 2018

See this post for information on what will happen to your VA Benefits, specifically the VA Loan, with the government shutdown.

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Note to Home Sellers: Leaving Out VA Borrowers is Your Loss

Published on February 8, 2018

Misconceptions about the VA mortgage process should not keep you from selling to veterans who historically have competitive turn times and the lowest foreclosure rates of all mortgage options.

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What a $250,000 Mortgage Can Cost You

Published on November 9, 2016

The average VA mortgage is $250,000. See what that truly costs you when using each of the four major home loan types (VA, USDA, FHA and conventional).

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Get a VA-Savvy Real Estate Agent in Your Corner

Published on November 10, 2015

A VA-savvy real estate agent can maneuver through VA procedures and requirements and save borrowers from big-time hassles and headaches.

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A Conversation with the Country's Veteran Housing Chief

Published on September 8, 2015

Our latest conversation about VA loans and veteran homeownership with Mike Frueh, director of the VA loan program for the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Specially Adapted Housing Grants Help Disabled Vets Retrofit Properties

Published on August 4, 2015

Learn how the Department of Veterans Affairs offers Specially Adapted Housing Grants to help disabled veterans pay the cost of specially adapted housing.

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Property Tax Exemptions for Veteran Homeowners

Published on July 21, 2015

Most states offer disabled veterans a property tax exemption, which can save veterans thousands each year depending on state and disability percentage. Learn about property tax exemptions here.

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Veterans United Live With Keller Williams: Creating a Military-Friendly Experience

Published on November 25, 2014

We're excited to join leaders from Keller Williams Realty for an important conversation about creating a military-friendly homebuying experience.

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Veterans United Live With CENTURY 21®

Published on January 30, 2014

See Veterans United Live's most recent chat with Rick Davidson, president & CEO of Century 21 Real Estate LLC.

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Veterans United Live with VA and CENTURY 21

Published on November 20, 2013

Join Veterans United Live as we hang out with he Assistant Director of the VA Home Loan Program, and Rick Davidson, the President and CEO of Century 21.

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How Comps Can Make or Break Your Home Loan: The Power of Comparable Sales

Published on October 14, 2013

Learn about comparable home sales, or "comps," which VA appraisers rely on to value the property you hope to buy.

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^† #1 VA Purchase Lender: Veterans United Home Loans provided more VA Purchase Loans by volume than any other lender in FY 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. Source: Department of Veterans Affairs Lender Statistics

^†† All-Time Lows: According to interest rates published on July 31, 2020, on FreddieMac.com.