Closing costs can turn the dream of home ownership into a nightmare on the very day you’re expecting to celebrate. Finding out the largest purchase of your life has a…
Severino used the program in 2015 on a property in Orlando with an additional dwelling unit, or ADU, in the backyard. He rented that out to cover the bulk of…
What Are the VA Home Inspection Requirements? There comes a time in every home-buying process when a buyer has the opportunity to take a peek behind the curtains – literally…
Life brings opportunities and challenges with financial consequences, and sometimes budgets get squeezed. If you’re a VA mortgage-holder, perhaps you’re pondering how to pay for some big-ticket item: a home…
Before we answer that question, let’s make sure we understand what VA home loans are and why the Department of Veterans Affairs created them. VA loans are offered by banks,…
As a service member or veteran, your eligibility for a VA home loan unlocks easy access to homeownership. Backed and run by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the mortgage…
Current VA Loan Rates Understanding VA Loan Rates A low interest rate is one of the many benefits VA loans provide when purchasing a home. Just a fraction of a…
VA loans have appealing features that don’t come with regular loans. With a VA-backed mortgage or refinance loan, you don’t have to make a down payment or pay mortgage insurance.…
For many, a hurdle to buying a home is affordable financing. Two federal loan programs can make a big difference for those who qualify. VA and USDA home loans are…
If you’re a member of the military or a veteran looking to buy a home, VA loans can be a great option. But there’s a hitch if you want to buy a…