Ready to buy a home with a VA-backed loan? Don't just go with the first lender you find. (Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP) You don’t buy a home every day. For that, count yourself lucky. But because you don’t, ...

Veterans Affairs (VA) loans are a great benefit of military service and are available to service members, veterans and surviving spouses. They offer key advantages not found in other mortgage types, ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs home loan program has been used by millions of service members and veterans since it took shape near the end of WWII. (Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland/Air Force) Note ...

With no down payment required, flexible credit guidelines and limits on closing costs and fees, Department of Veterans Affairs home loans are a popular financing option for veterans and active-duty ...

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VA loans are mortgage loans guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These loans are intended to make it easier for veterans and service members to obtain mortgages. The loans ...

VA mortgages are available to veterans and service members to help make purchasing or refinancing a home easier and more affordable. These loans are backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ...

After a mortgage rescue program for veterans recently ended, many may be worried about how they can keep up with payments and maintain ownership of their home. Luckily, there are options to make the ...