VA Loans Insider
VA loan expert Chris Birk brings you the latest news and tips about your VA loan benefit
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Average Rate for 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage at 65-Year LowInterest rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages hit a 65-year low in 2012, according to a Freddie Mac survey.
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Consumers Express Optimism About Homebuying in 2013Consumers are expressing greater optimism about homebuying and the housing market heading into 2013. See the findings here.
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CFPB Taking a Closer Look at Credit Reporting ErrorsSee what the CFPB is digging into and how errors on consumer credit reports are being addressed with this post.
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First-Time Homebuyers Helping to Spur Housing MarketSee how first-time homebuyers are making a splash in the housing market and turning things around with the VA Loan.
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Some of Your Best VA Loan Questions (With Answers)We get some great VA Loan questions at our online community. Here's a look at some recent ones, along with answers and helpful links.
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VA Loan Volume Has Soared an Incredible 305% in Five YearsVA loan volume jumped 51 percent in FY12 and has soared an astounding 305 percent since 2007. View this post to see the increases.
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Two Credit Score Facts That Should Make You Appreciate VA LoansCredit score requirements for conventional and FHA loans continue to hover well above what you need for a VA loan.
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Short Sales Are No Better for Your Credit Than a ForeclosureSee here for the difference in short sales and foreclosure and how that affects your credit.
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How Shopping Around for Homeowners Insurance Saves You MoneySee this post on how shopping around for the best homeowners insurance policy at the best price is critical.
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New Credit Scoring System May Make it Easier to Qualify for MortgagesA new credit scoring model that incorporates things like rent history and tax liens could help more veterans qualify for mortgages.
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Frustrating at Times, Here's Why VA Appraisals Are Still Your FriendVA appraisals aim to ensure veterans obtain safe and structurally sound properties that aren't financial blackholes.
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Veterans Bill Brings Some Big Changes to the VA Home Loan ProgramA veterans omnibus bill contains some key changes to the VA home loan program that affect occupancy, the VA Funding Fee and more. -
Your VA Loan Questions AnsweredBeing an educated borrower will help you get the best deal possible. Never be afraid to ask your VA loan questions, of us or anyone else.
