VA Loan Reader Questions: Farm Loans
A reader asks, "I would like to get a VA loan to purchase a 350 acre farm. Is it possible or not? I have heard yes and no.... the...
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What Does a VA Appraiser Look For?
We've examined the basics on VA minimum property requirements many times on this blog. When a VA appraiser reviews a home to see if it meets VA MPRs,...
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...
What Does the VA Say About Loans for Mobile Homes?
A number of questions have come in recently about VA-guaranteed loans for manufactured homes or mobile homes. Some people mistakenly believe mobile homes are not eligible for VA...
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...
VA Appraisals and Reconsideration of Value
When a VA loan applicant wants to buy a home, gets a contract sales price and a VA assigned fee appraiser looks at the property, the results may...
VA Minimum Property Requirements Update: Water and Sewage
The Department of Veterans Affairs has a VA minimum property requirements update for water and sewage. In VA Circular 26-13-24, we find an update that includes the following:...
VA Loans For Overseas Homes: A Reader Question
A reader asks, "I never used my veteran home loan and want to move out of the country to Central America, namely Panama." "Is there any way I...