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VA Loan Basics

	VA Loans – Part 1: An Introduction to the VA Loan Feb 11, 2019 The VA Loan is not your typical housing loan. It’s a loan that’s guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Active-duty service…
	VA Loans – Part 3: Do I Qualify for a VA Loan? Feb 11, 2019 There are a number of reasons why you might want to apply for a Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. Before applying for one, it is necessary to obtain a…
	VA Loans – Part 4: The VA Loan Process Feb 11, 2019 The process of securing a VA Loan is fairly straight forward, albeit it might take quite a while to finally procure one. Remember since VA loans are…

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	Selling your Home to a Veteran? These are the Fees You Must Pay May 21, 2018 The Department of Veteran Affairs created the VA loan program to help veterans and their families buy homes. One of the advantages for the Veteran is…
	The Best States for Veterans Apr 20, 2022 The process of readjusting to civilian life can be difficult for many veterans. One survey from Pew Research Center found that 32% of veterans said…
	Do You Qualify for Property Tax Exemptions? Dec 11, 2019 Property taxes got you down? It’s worth investigating exemptions, deductions and credits in your area. Even if you don’t live in a property that came…
	All About Mortgages With Zero or Low Down Payments Feb 01, 2017 If you get approved for a mortgage to help pay for the cost of a new house, you’ll often be expected to make some kind of down payment. For standard…