VA MORTGAGES
VA loans are backed by the Department of Veterans Affairs for veterans, active military personnel and military spouses who qualify. It’s a great choice for qualified applicants that don’t have a down payment and the interest rates can be competitive.
When it comes to credit, more information generally means more consumer empowerment. That’s why we’re excited to introduce a new education video series from FICO called Understanding Your Credit.
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Whether applying for a credit card, mortgage, or auto loan, there’s a good chance the lender is using FICO® Scores to help make their approval decision. The good news is, FICO® Scores are ultimately in the individual’s hands — they’re based on credit habits and behaviors. That’s why understanding what goes into FICO® Scores is a vital part of credit health. Watch this video to learn the five key categories that factor into FICO® Scores.
Why VA?
- Purchase, cash-out refinance and VA streamline refinance
- No down payment
- Closing costs may be paid by the seller
- No monthly mortgage insurance
- No prepayment penalty and loan may be assumable
- Flexibility with lower credit scores
- Competitive interest rate
Some required documents for a VA loan:
- Government-issued ID
- Recent pay stubs.
- If self employed, two years of tax returns including all schedules.
- W2’s for the last two years
- Recent bank statements
- Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Copy of DD-214