Washington, DC Real Estate Options for Veterans
The housing market in Washington DC is typically a seller’s market. Here we look into the housing markets just outside of DC. Read more.
VA Loan
Moratorium Extended on Evictions & Foreclosures
The VA has announced that it is extending the moratorium on evictions and foreclosures until June 30, 2021 due to COVID-19.
Military Families: Should We Buy a Home?
Buying a home can be more complicated for military families. This list will introduce key factors for military families to consider.
VA Benefits for Family Members, Survivors, and Family Caregivers
Do you know about all of the VA benefits you and your loved ones may qualify for? This list can help you make sure you’re not missing out on health care, life insurance, or financial assistance. If you’re receiving benefits, there are resources to help you learn more about how to manage those benefits.
What is VA Streamline Refinancing and How Can It Benefit You?
VA Streamline Refinancing is a different way of referring to the VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan, or VA IRRRL (pronounced “Earl”) and is an option for some homeowners who utilized a VA Loan to purchase their house.
VA Loan Eligibility Expanded for National Guard
The National Guard’s COVID-19 response has created some additional benefits, in the form of veteran home loans, or VA Loans. The latter was activated during the pandemic, thanks to a provision in the Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act.
Buying a Home Remotely for Military and Veterans
A military family may want to capitalize on low mortgage rates & “put down roots.” Here’s what you need to know about buying a home remotely.
Preparing to Purchase a Home as a Military Family
Buying a home may be the biggest money-decision you make. Here’s a list to can do the prepare you for a home purchase as a military family.
VA Loan: Can You Borrow More Than Your House is Worth?
Can You Borrow More Than Your House is Worth With a VA Loan? Here’s a scenario. Let’s say you want to buy a $250,000 home. You qualify for a VA loan and know that it will be a $0-down mortgage. The problem is, you want to replace all of the kitchen appliances, and that carpet in the… Read more »
What Do You Need to Know About VA Loans?
What Do You Need to Know About VA Loans? Homeownership remains at the heart of the American Dream. That is especially true for Veterans and the military community, who continue to own homes in greater numbers than their civilian counterparts. To assist Veterans and Service Members in purchasing a home, the Department of Veterans Affairs… Read more »
VA Adapted Housing Grants: An Overview
VA Adapted Housing Grants: An Introduction Our military community is amazing! They are frequently away from home, missing anniversaries and birthdays, to answer the call of the nation. Many honorable men and women have sacrificed their lives in the service of our country. Many others have suffered and become disabled as a result of their… Read more »
CARES Act and What It Means For Your VA Loan
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law to address the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. economy by “providing fast and direct economic assistance for American workers and families.” For most Americans, this included stimulus checks, additional unemployment payments, tax-filing extensions and insurance coverage of virus-related treatments. But for service members and veterans with a VA home loan, there are some additional benefits the CARES Act provides.
Is a VA Loan Right for You?
The VA Loan may include no down payment, no PMI, and relaxed standards for credit scores. Find out if a VA loan is right for you.
Best Practices For the VA Loan Process
As a member of the military community, you may be eligible for the VA Loan. Here are the VA Loan best practices according to one veteran.
The VA Loan, A Military Benefit You Should Use
As a service member or veteran, you may be eligible for the VA loan. The VA Home Loan program is a “must use” benefit. Learn more.
Military Benefits Changes For 2020
Military Benefit Changes For 2020 For the latest military benefit changes for 2021, please go here. Changes announced so far. Please keep checking back, as we will continue updating new changes to your military benefits for 2020. TRICARE Drug Costs To Increase By Over 40% Every year on January 1st, TRICARE has its regular cost… Read more »
No More VA Loan Limits In 2020
Starting Jan 1st, 2020, there will be changes to the VA loan limits. There will no longer be VA loan limits, but VA loan fees will rise. Read more.
VA Loan Requirements: What You Need to Know
When it comes to buying a home, many military families use a VA loan. Here are the VA Loan Requirements you need to know before you borrow.
VA Loan Limits 2019
The max VA Loan amount is virtually the same across the US. But high cost counties allow for more. Here are the 2019 VA Loan Limits.