VA Loans Insider
VA loan expert Chris Birk brings you the latest news and tips about your VA loan benefit
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How VA Loans Work: What Most Borrowers Don’t Know About VA LoansA VA loan is a mortgage option issued by private lenders and partially backed, or guaranteed, by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Here we look at how VA loans work and what most borrowers don’t know about the program.
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The Complete Guide to VA Loan Co-Borrowers, Co-Signers and Joint VA LoansVA loans allow Veterans to have a co-borrower on the loan. Here we break down co-borrower requirements and provide common scenarios around co-borrowing and joint VA loans.
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Buying During a Deployment: Power of Attorney and VA LoansSee how service members who are deployed are able to purchase a home without actually being in the country. -
VA Loans for Boats and RVsSince VA loans are available for multiple property types, you may wonder if a boat or RV qualify as well. Read on to learn if it is possible to purchase a boat or RV with a VA loan.
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Pros and Cons of VA LoansAs with any mortgage option, VA loans have pros and cons that you should be aware of before making a final decision. So let's take a closer look
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VA Loans and Investment PropertyUsing your VA home loan benefit for an investment property is an attractive option for many buyers. However, there are a few key considerations to understand at the outset when it comes to multiunit properties.
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What Happens to a VA Loan if the Veteran Dies?Losing a loved one is never easy. In addition to working through their grief, surviving family members must deal with a whole host of financial concerns to pay off debts and settle the estate.
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Occupancy Requirements for VA LoansThe VA has occupancy requirements for veteran borrowers, but there are some exceptions to the rules we'll explore below.
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VA Loans for Coast Guard: Are You Eligible?The Coast Guard serves an important role in our military, but do they have access to the same benefits? Read on to learn more about getting a VA loan in the Coast Guard.
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An Explanation of VA Entitlement Codes: What Are They, and What Do They Mean?Learn about the most common types of VA entitlement codes and how they impact your VA home loan eligibility. -
3 Ways to Tap Your Home Equity for CashThere is no true VA home equity loan option. Veterans who want to access their home equity for cash should consider a VA cash-out refinance loan. -
VA Loan Flipping Rules in 2022Flipping homes has become increasingly popular over the years. But can you do it with a VA loan?
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Military Service Helps Close the Hispanic and Latino Homeownership GapWith 70% of new homeowners projected to be Hispanic between now and 2040, Census data show the homeownership rate for Hispanic and Latino Veterans is nearly 20 percentage points higher than for non-Veterans.
