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Short Sales and Seasoning Periods for VA Home Loans
Short sales often get lumped together with foreclosure and its offshoot, the deed-in-lieu of foreclosure. But these aren't the same thing, and that can make a huge difference for homebuyers.
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VA Loan Employment Requirements for Workers On the Job Less Than 2 YearsIt’s absolutely possible for applicants to earn VA loan approval if they have been employed at their current job for less than two years. But it depends on your specific income and employment situation, the lender and more.
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How VA Water Test Requirements Affect Your VA LoanWater testing-related issues can prove especially difficult for homebuyers. Learn about VA water test requirements and what to expect if your prospective home is not connected to a public water system.
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How Compensating Factors Can Boost Your Chances of Securing a VA Home LoanCompensating factors such as a great credit history, minimal debt or solid cash reserves can bolster a VA loan application that's otherwise a little spotty. -
Spread the Word: Millions of Veterans Unaware of their VA Home Loan BenefitsMany veterans are unaware of the benefits earned through their service - specifically the VA Loan. View this article to learn more!
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VA Loan Entitlement Options for Military CouplesMarried military couples can use all of one spouse's entitlement, split the responsibility evenly or combine loans. Learn more about options for married couples eligible for VA home loans. -
VA Loan Basics: Eligibility RequirementsBeing eligible for a VA loan doesn’t guarantee you’ll secure financing. See this post for VA Home Loan eligibility basics. -
Getting a VA Home Loan While Still Serving in the MilitaryGetting a VA loan while serving in the military is definitely possible. Here we look at some of the major differences and what to expect.
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How a Bankruptcy or Foreclosure Affects VA Loan ApplicationsCan you apply for a VA loan after a bankruptcy or foreclosure? You don’t automatically disqualify. See how financial difficulty can affect your application.
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Surviving Spouses, Children and VA LoansWhile children of veterans are not eligible for a VA loan, surviving spouses may be eligible if they fall into one of the VA’s three basic areas of consideration.
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VA Home Loans & Same-Sex MarriageThe VA loan program recently updated its policy on same-sex marriage, a move that will likely broaden access to this historic home loan benefit. -
How to Count Overtime Income Toward a VA Home LoanVA lenders typically need to see a two-year track record of overtime income in order to count it toward qualifying for a VA home loan.
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What the New Qualified Mortgage (QM) Regulations Mean for VA BorrowersA closer look at how the new qualified mortgage rules and requirements will affect VA home loans and military borrowers. Don't expect much impact, if any.
