While many experienced real estate agents have a general understanding of the mortgage approval process, there are a few important details that frequently get overlooked which may cause a purchase to be delayed or denied.
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VA mortgage loans can be refinanced much like a traditional conventional loan allowing the home owner to take advantage of lower interest rates that can ultimately save a substantial amount of money by lowering your monthly payment.
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Purchasing a home using your VA benefits is an amazing way to get into a new home with no down payment requried and a great interest rate.
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Honorably discharged veterans during World War II and later are eligible for VA loan benefits. Veterans with at least 90 days of service and who served during : World War II to Korean conflict and Vietnam era are eligible. Serving during peacetime would require 180+ days of active service. Since about 1980 though the requirement has moved to 2 yrs of service in most cases.
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A VA (Veterans Administration) guaranteed home loan is one of the only loan program available that offers 100% financing of the purchase of the property. Another great beniefit is there is no monthly mortgage insurance. Individuals that qualify for this program are active, non-active, Reserve, National Guard, and retired military of the armed forces.
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By including title insurance when purchasing property, your title insurer takes on accountability for legal expenses to defend your property title, should it ever be challenged.
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Mortgage Insurance is a very important part of every FHA loan since a loan that only requires a 3.5% down payment is generally viewed by lenders as a risky proposition.
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Getting a new mortgage for a First-Time Home Buyer can be a little overwhelming with all of the important details, guidelines and potential speed bumps.
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For homeowners interested in making some property improvements without tapping into their savings or investment accounts, the two main options are to either take out a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC), or do a cash-out refinance.
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