Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans are mortgages that are insured by the VA. The loans are made by mortgage lenders and banks. Service members, veterans, - and eligible surviving spouses may qualify for VA home loans. Note that this post is ONLY about home purchase loans utilizing VA loans - same guidelines may not apply for VA refinance or Interest Rate Reduction Loans (VA IRRLs). Who qualifies to get a VA Home Loan? Eligibility is based on the veteran's length and type of military service. Generally speaking, VA determines that veterans who fulfill…
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