The VA home loan provides veterans an outstanding mortgage option. But, many people ask whether buying a home makes sense for them. More precisely, is buying a better option than renting a home? As such, we’ll use this article to outline the major pros and cons of owning vs renting a home. Specifically, we’ll discuss […]
Why Choose A VA Loan Instead Of A Regular Mortgage?
The VA home loan benefit is one of the most valuable for veterans; it provides the means for a qualifying borrower to explore home loan options without a down payment in typical cases, and for some borrowers there may be waivers for certain home loan fees. VA loans feature the option to apply for a […]
Minimum Credit Score for VA Loan
The VA loan provides an outstanding, no-down mortgage option. But, VA loan eligibility does not equal lender approval. To be approved for a loan, you must meet a lender’s rigorous financial requirements. As such, we’ll use this article to discuss the minimum credit score for VA loans. Specifically, we’ll discuss the following: VA Loan Overview […]
How to Boost Your Credit Score to Improve Chances of Getting a VA Home Loan
Unfortunately, meeting the military service requirements for VA home loan eligibility doesn’t mean you’ll actually qualify for a loan. For that, you need a solid credit score and good overall financial health. As such, we’ll use this article to explain how to boost your credit score to improve your chances of getting a VA home […]
VA Home Loans: How to Get Started
How do you get started with a VA home loan? The first step is to establish your eligibility for the program, which means serving a minimum time in uniform on active duty or as a member of the National Guard or Reserve with qualifying military service. Military veterans, certain surviving spouses of vets, and certain […]