Restoring VA Loan Entitlement
Those who have already used their VA loan entitlement to buy a home don’t always keep that home for the entire term of the loan. Do VA borrowers...
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VA Loans: Enlistment Verification
Whether a service member is close to their re-enlistment date can have an impact of the process of a VA loan. For military members applying for VA loans...
Do Homes Purchased With a VA Loan Have Warranties?
Warranties are everywhere. You can take advantage of a manufacturer's warranty on your cell phone, your computer or even your car when buying them brand new. Some products like...
VA Loans and the Rules on Manufactured Homes
There are a lot of questions out there when it comes to VA loans for manufactured homes, also known as mobile homes. In some circles, the mobile home rules...
VA Loans: Why It’s Important to Avoid Foreclosure Proceedings
As written before in this blog, nobody applies for a VA home loan thinking about default or foreclosure as a possibility. But circumstances can change; spouses lose jobs,...
VA Loans and Other Than Honorable Discharges
There are several different ways a military member can leave the service. One is to complete 20 years or more of service and apply for military retirement. Another...
Loan Eligibility: Who Else Can Qualify?
We have discussed applying for VA loan eligibility and how it can be done through the lender before. Active duty military, retired and separated military, plus members of the...
Can I Purchase a Boat or RV With My VA Loan Benefits?
One common question about VA home loans involves the purchase of properties other than suburban homes. VA loan benefits allow buyers to purchase a condo, mixed-use property, multi-family...
VA Loans: Property Tax and Insurance Requirements
When buying a home with a VA-insured loan, borrowers learn that the Department of Veterans Affairs has a set of requirements which include "sufficient hazard insurance" and payment...
VA Loan Rules on Ventless Fireplaces
When VA borrowers go house hunting, they'll find a wide range of options, including swimming pools and fireplaces. The VA loan rules regarding these options are often in place to cover...