Housing

VA Home Loan Guaranty

Purchase a home with no down payment, no PMI, and competitive rates. One of the most powerful financial benefits available.

Who qualifies: Veterans, Active duty, National Guard, Veterans with a service-connected disability.

The VA Home Loan Guaranty is a guarantee from the VA to lenders, enabling veterans to get favorable mortgage terms:

• No down payment required (up to conforming loan limits)
• No private mortgage insurance (PMI) required – saves hundreds per month
• Competitive interest rates (typically below market)
• Limited closing costs
• No prepayment penalty
• Can be reused multiple times

Loan types:
• Purchase loans
• Cash-out refinance (access home equity)
• IRRRL (streamline refinance – no appraisal required)
• Native American Direct Loan (NADL)

Eligibility based on length and type of service. Get your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) at VA.gov.

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