Because they're backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, zero-down VA loans come with lower rates, flexible credit score requirements and no private mortgage insurance required. We reviewed ...

If you’re in the market for a new home, a VA loan preapproval can benefit you in many ways. It shows sellers that you’re serious about buying a home, and you’ll have an idea of how much the lender is ...

Homebuyers and homeowners who are hoping to secure certain types of mortgages will still need to practice patience.

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VA mortgage loans are fixed-rate loans guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. VA guaranteed loans are made by ...

If you are selling your home, you want to ensure that a potential buyer can secure a VA loan for the property. The Department of Veterans Affairs has two primary concerns when it comes to deciding ...

Getting approved for a VA loan as a spouse of an active service member or veteran comes with specific requirements, and understanding the eligibility criteria is crucial to securing housing benefits.

VA loans and FHA loans both aim to make homeownership more accessible, but they serve different groups and have distinct ...

A VA certificate of eligibility (COE) is evidence that you meet the requirements for a VA loan. Having a COE does not guarantee loan approval. COEs can be obtained by active-duty military, veterans, ...

Buying a home can be a long, stressful, and expensive undertaking, but home buyers may be able to expedite this process while minimizing stress and keeping out-of-pocket costs manageable by choosing ...

Veterans struggling to pay their mortgages could get help under a plan approved by the House to replace a mortgage rescue program the Trump administration ended this month. The House approved by voice ...

Borrowers who cannot cover their closing costs sometimes turn to downpayment assistance programs offered through their state housing agencies. But now, veterans and servicemembers have another way to ...