Debunking Myths and Revealing Truths about VA Home Loans

In this fireside chat video, Scott Van Vugt and I discuss the myths and truths of VA Home Loans. We highly recommend watching this informative video to gain a comprehensive understanding of VA home loans. VA home loans are a great benefit for veterans, but there are many myths and misconceptions about them. In this...

Are VA Loans Assumable? Pros & Cons

Investing in a home or property is not always as simple and straightforward as applying for a loan or reaching...

The VA Loan Process Timeline

Veterans put their lives on the line to help us protect this country, and they deserve all of the assistance t...

VA Loan Requirements Explained: How to Use a VA Loan After Getting Out of the Military

One of the most significant benefits of becoming a member of the military is being able to get a VA loan. The ...

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Credit Repair for Veterans: VA Credit Help

According to a recent study, veterans are more likely to have credit issues than civilian borrowers. While your credit score may seem like just another financial number you have to worry about, it’s crucial for obtaining a loan or opening a credit card. Unfortunately, most of us will require various loans throughout our lives. The...

VA ARM Loans: What Are They & How Do They Work?

VA loans allow eligible veterans, active duty service members, and surviving spouses to purchase or refinance ...

VA Loan Guaranty: What You Need to Know

A VA loan can help you secure financing for a primary residence with more flexibility. VA loan lenders typical...

VA Jumbo Loans Explained

Veterans, active-duty service members and surviving spouses may be eligible for VA jumbo loans, a combination ...

VA Loan for a Second Home: Everything You Need to Know

Eligible active duty service members, veterans, and surviving spouses can take advantage of the many benefits of the VA loan, including zero down payment, competitive VA loan rates, and more flexible lending criteria.  VA loans have helped many people who wouldn’t normally qualify for a traditional home loan achieve their dreams of homeownership. However, while...

How Many Times Can You Use a VA Loan?

A VA loan can help you achieve your dream of homeownership with more flexible lending criteria. However, these...

How to Get a VA Loan After Bankruptcy

Buying a house after filing for bankruptcy can be difficult, but it’s still possible. Likewise, getting ...

Can You Buy a Foreclosure With a VA Loan?

Foreclosures often allow buyers to purchase a home under its current market value. Since lenders and banks don...

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VA Certificate of Eligibility: A Complete Guide

If you’re interested in applying for a VA loan, you’ll need your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). This fo...

Do VA Loans Require Earnest Money?

VA loans help eligible veterans, active duty service members, and surviving spouses secure financing for a pri...

Using a VA Loan For Investment Property

Investing in real estate is a great way to build wealth over time, and a VA loan may help you purchase investm...

Can My Spouse Use My VA Loan Without Me?

You may qualify for the VA home loan if you’re a veteran, active duty service member, or surviving spous...

Understanding VA Loan Closing Costs

If you’re an eligible veteran, active duty service member, or surviving spouse you may qualify for a VA ...

VA Funding Fee

VA loans are available to active-duty members of the military and veterans. With a VA loan, you can secure a h...

What Is the Minimum Credit Score for VA Loans?

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs provides a valuable home loan benefit to current service memb...

The Benefits of VA Loans

Qualifying veterans, active-duty service members, and surviving spouses may be eligible for VA loan benefits t...

VA Loans for First-Time Home Buyers

Serving your country in the military can make you eligible for a VA loan, a home financing option that comes w...

How To Get a VA Home Loan With Bad Credit

Wondering if you can get a VA home loan with bad credit? The answer is Yes.   Active-duty service members...

VA Loan Benefits: Avoid PMI Costs With a VA Loan

When looking into VA home loans as an option for purchasing or refinancing your home, one of the many question...

2020 VA Loan Rules: New VA Loan Income Requirements

Since 1944, the Department of Veteran Affairs has been issuing VA loans to service members and veterans in an ...

FHA vs VA Loans: Which Mortgage Option Is Right for You?

As a first-time buyer, you may be overwhelmed by your mortgage options. Which will offer the lowest down payme...

VA Loans vs Conventional Loans

VA loans are special home loans available only to veterans and active duty service members. They’re popular ...

VA Entitlement Explained: Basic & Bonus Loan Entitlements

There are many different aspects of VA loans that you should understand before entering into a loan agreement,...

How to Apply for Your First VA Loan

If you are a veteran looking to buy your first home, you may qualify for a VA Home loan. Most members of the r...

New Products and 2017 Predictions

The mortgage industry is going through a lot of changes right now. It’s always a good idea to review y...

Effects of Trump Election and Yellen Comments on VA Mortgage Rates

The reason for this post is to make Veterans who are using their VA benefits (to either refinance or purchase ...

Sarah Howell Talks VA Home Loans

William Lyons, CEO of Griffin Funding http://www.gulfportpharmacy.com interviews Sarah Howell, Sr. Loan Office...

Top 4 Benefits of VA Loans

Veterans are able to receive home loans backed by the government at a lower rate than the general public. As c...

Shelter to Soldier Partnership

Graham Bloem, Founder of Shelter to Soldier (STS) and William Lyons, CEO of Griffin Funding, are pursuing the ...

VA Appraisal vs Home Inspection

Many are confused about the difference between a VA appraisal and a home inspection. A VA appraisal is mandato...