Considering buying a home? Preparing to purchase a home can be a tedious and complicated process. The best way to be prepared to buy a home is to understand the financial demands of a mortgage and home. At VeteransLoans.com, we want to make this process as simple as possible by providing educational resources and excellent customer service every step of the way.
Did you know your child can affect your VA loan? The VA loan has a few requirements specified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs regarding childcare, child support, and residual income that are unique to this type of loan. If you are considering applying for a...
At some point during the mortgage loan application process, shortly before closing on your home, you will receive a form called a Closing Disclosure from your mortgage lender. This form will usually arrive any time after the first round of underwriting and no later...
Purchasing a home, especially for first-time homebuyers, is a highly personal decision. It’s not so much a question of whether it’s the right time to buy, but whether it’s the right time for you to buy. So instead of asking the question should I buy a home this...
What does it mean to assume a mortgage? An assumable mortgage is when someone takes over the existing home loan instead of applying for a new mortgage. With an assumable mortgage, the remaining balance, mortgage rate, repayment period, and other loan terms stay the...
One advantage of the VA loan is the various types of purchases you can make with a VA loan. A VA loan can be used to purchase a single-family home, manufactured home, condominium, a multi-unit property, and even a new build. However, not all types of purchases are the...
A Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan is a home mortgage guaranteed by the government and funded by a private bank or mortgage lender approved by the FHA. FHA loans are designed for borrowers with lower credit scores who might not be able to afford a larger down...