We have helped thousands of VA families secure a VA loan. Here’s a quick glance at some of the benefits of these powerful home loans
- 100% Financing & No Down Payment Loans
- No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
- No Penalties for Prepaying the Loan
- Competitive Interest Rates
- Qualification is Easier than a Conventional Loan
- Sellers Pay Some of the Closing Costs
- Can be combined with additional down payment assistance to reduce closing costs
The Veteran Administration’s Loan originated in 1944 through the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act; also know as the GI Bill. It was signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and was designed to provide Veterans with a federally-guaranteed home loan with no down payment. VA loans are made by private lenders like banks, savings & loans, and mortgage companies to eligible Veterans for homes to live in. The lender is protected against loss if the loan defaults. Depending on the program option, the loan may or may not default.
Wartime/Conflict Veterans
- Veterans who were NOT Dishonorably Discharged, and served at least 90 days
- World War II – September 16, 1940 to July 25, 1947
- Korean Conflict – June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955
- Vietnam Era – August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975
- Persian Gulf War – Check with the Veterans Administration Office
- Afghanistan & Iraq – Check with the Veterans Administration Office
Veterans Administration website www.va.gov
Peacetime Service
At least 181 days of continuous active duty with no dishonorable discharge. If you were discharged earlier due to a service-related disability you should contact your Regional VA Office for eligibility verification.
- July 26, 1947 to June 26, 1950
- February 1, 1955 to August 4, 1964, or May 8, 1975 to September 7, 1980 (Enlisted), or to October 16, 1981 (Officer)
- Enlisted Veterans whose service began after September 7, 1980, or officers who service began after October 16, 1981, must have completed 24-months of continuous active duty and been honorably discharged
Reserves and National Guard
- Certain U.S. Citizens who served in the Armed Forces of a government allied with the United States during World War II.
- Surviving spouse of an eligible Veteran who died resulting from service, and has not remarried.
- The spouse of an Armed Forces member who served Active Duty, and was listed as a POW or MIA for more than 90-days.
A VA home loan must be used to finance your primary residence within the United States and its territories. You have choices for the type of home you purchase:
- Existing Single-Family Home, up to 4 units
- Townhouse or Condominium in a VA-Approved Project
- New Construction Residence
- Manufactured Home or Lot
- Home Refinances and Certain Types of Home Improvements
- Make changes or add new features (like solar power) to make the home more energy efficient.
You can apply for a VA Loan with any mortgage lender that participates in the program. In addition to the application requirements from your lender, you will need the following at application time:
- Certificate of Eligibility from the Veterans Administration by submitting a completed VA Form 26-1880.
- Proof of Military Service from a VA Eligibility Center
Yes, your eligibility is reusable depending on the circumstance. If you have paid-off your prior VA Loan, and disposed the property, you can have your eligibility restored again. Also, on a 1-time basis, you may have your eligibility restored if your prior VA Loan has been paid-off, but you still own the property. Either way, the Veteran must send the Veterans Administration a completed VA Form 16-1880 to the VA Eligibility Center. To prevent delays in processing, it’s advisable to include evidence that the prior loan has been fully paid, and if applicable, the property was disposed. A paid-in-full statement from the former lender or a copy of the HUD-1 settlement statement must be submitted.
If you have an existing VA home loan and you want to reduce your monthly mortgage payments, an interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) may be right for you. Refinancing lets you replace your current loan with a new one under different terms. Refinance with an IRRRL can get you a better interest rate or lower your monthly payment. The process is a lot faster than Conventional loans since no appraisal or income is needed. Contact us to see if an IRRRL is a good option for you.
Funding Fee
The VA Funding Fee is generally paid by all home buyers using the VA Home Loan Guaranty and it goes directly to the VA to help sustain the program. Factors that impact your Funding Fee include branch of service, down payment amount, number of times used, and disability status.
Reduced Fees only apply to purchase loans with a down payment of at least 5%. you must be Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. For loans closing before April 8, 2023. |
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Down Payment | First-Time User Percentage | Subsequent Use Percentage |
None | 2.3% | 3.6% |
5% or More | 1.65% | 1.65% |
10% or More | 1.4% | 1.4% |
Cash-out / Regular Refinance Loan See Purchase Loan Chart for reduced fees on loans with a down payment of at least 5%. you must be Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. For loans closing before April 8, 2023. |
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IRRRLs | First-Time User Percentage | Subsequent Use Percentage |
0.5% | 2.3% | 3.6% |
Reduced Fees only apply to purchase loans with a down payment of at least 5%. you must be Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. For loans closing on or after April 8, 2023. |
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Down Payment | First-Time User Percentage | Subsequent Use Percentage |
None | 2.15% | 3.3% |
5% or More | 1.5% | 1.5% |
10% or More | 1.25% | 1.25% |
Cash-out / Regular Refinance Loan See Purchase Loan Chart for reduced fees on loans with a down payment of at least 5%. you must be Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard. For loans closing on or after April 8, 2023. |
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IRRRLs | First-Time User Percentage | Subsequent Use Percentage |
0.5% | 2.15% | 3.3% |