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VA Military Home Loans

VA Loans

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VA loans are guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a thank-you benefit for military service. They offer unbeatable terms — including the ability to buy a home with $0 down and no monthly mortgage insurance. If you are eligible, a VA loan is almost always the best loan you can get.

Key Benefits

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$0 down payment required

Buy a home with literally nothing down. The VA guarantees a portion of the loan, so lenders do not require down payments.

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No monthly mortgage insurance

Unlike FHA or low-down-payment conventional loans, VA loans never charge monthly MI. Saves you hundreds per month.

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Competitive interest rates

VA rates are typically 0.25–0.5% LOWER than conventional rates because of the government guarantee.

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Flexible credit requirements

No official VA minimum credit score. Most lenders set their own at 580–620, more forgiving than conventional.

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IRRRL streamline refinance

When rates drop, the VA IRRRL refinance lets you lower your rate with minimal paperwork and no appraisal required.

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Reusable benefit

You can use VA loan benefits more than once. Sell your VA-financed home and buy another with a new VA loan.

Is This Right for You?

If you are eligible, VA is almost always the right loan. The only exceptions: when seller pays your closing costs and a conventional loan with seller credits ends up cheaper, or for investment properties (VA loans are owner-occupied only).

Every situation is unique. The fastest way to know if this is the right loan for you is to talk to a licensed Divito Lending advisor — we will look at your full picture and recommend the loan type that actually fits.

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Typical Requirements
Eligibility Active duty, veterans, surviving spouses
Minimum Credit Score 580–620 (lender-set)
Minimum Down Payment $0
Loan Limits None for full-entitlement borrowers
Funding Fee 1.25%–3.3% (financed; waived for disabled vets)
Mortgage Insurance None ever
Property Types Primary residence only

Common Questions

Am I eligible for a VA loan?

Eligibility includes: 90+ days active duty during wartime, 181+ days during peacetime, 6+ years National Guard/Reserves, or eligible surviving spouses. We will pull your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for you at no charge.

How many times can I use my VA loan benefit?

Unlimited times, as long as you pay off the previous VA loan or sell the property. You can also have TWO VA loans active at once in some circumstances (like a job relocation).

What is the VA funding fee and can I avoid it?

It is a one-time fee (1.25%–3.3% of loan amount) that goes to the VA to keep the program funded. It is waived entirely for disabled veterans receiving compensation. For everyone else, it is rolled into the loan amount.

Can I use a VA loan for an investment property?

No — VA loans are for primary residences only. You must occupy the home within 60 days of closing. After living there for 1+ year, you can rent it out and use your VA benefit on a new home.

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