Purchase

VA Loans

VA loans are one of the strongest benefits available with often no down payment and no monthly mortgage insurance.

Who it's best for

  • Veterans and active-duty service members
  • Qualifying surviving spouses
  • Buyers who want to preserve cash savings

At a glance

Down payment
$0 for eligible buyers
Mortgage insurance
None
Eligibility
Based on service history

Eligibility Snapshot

The numbers that matter for a va loans

General guidelines. Your exact terms depend on your full profile. We confirm current figures for your scenario before you rely on any of them.

Down payment
$0 for eligible buyers with full entitlement
Credit score
No VA minimum. Lenders commonly look for ~620+; with exceptions down to ~500
Mortgage insurance
None — no monthly MI on VA loans
VA funding fee
One-time fee; waived for many disabled veterans
Eligibility
Based on service; requires Certificate of Eligibility
Property use
Primary residence only

How It Works

Your va loans, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm eligibility

    We help you obtain your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and confirm your entitlement.

  2. 2

    Pre-approval

    We review income, credit, and residual income to issue your pre-approval.

  3. 3

    Find your home

    You shop knowing VA financing is one of the strongest offers a seller can accept.

  4. 4

    VA appraisal

    The VA orders an appraisal that also confirms the home meets its condition requirements.

  5. 5

    Underwriting to clear-to-close

    We clear conditions and confirm funding-fee treatment based on your status.

  6. 6

    Closing

    You sign and move in — often with no money down.

Be A Sharp Borrower

What to ask any lender about this loan

Good questions get you better answers, and a better loan. Bring these to any conversation, including ours.

  • Do I have full entitlement, and does that mean truly zero down?

  • Am I exempt from the VA funding fee due to a service-connected disability?

  • How does my residual income affect my approval?

  • Can I reuse my VA benefit if I have used it before?

Common Questions

VA Loans FAQs

Do VA loans really require no down payment?
For most eligible buyers with full entitlement, VA loans can be financed with zero down, which is a rare and valuable benefit.
Is there mortgage insurance on a VA loan?
No. VA loans have no monthly mortgage insurance. There is typically a one-time VA funding fee, which many disabled veterans are exempt from.
What credit score do I need for a VA loan?
The VA sets no minimum score, but most lenders look for roughly 620 or higher. We review your full picture, including residual income, rather than just the score.
How do I know if I am eligible for a VA loan?
Eligibility is based on your service history. We help you confirm it and obtain your Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
How much is the VA funding fee?
It is a one-time fee that varies by down payment and whether it is your first use of the benefit. Veterans with a service-connected disability are often exempt entirely.
Can I use my VA loan benefit more than once?
Yes. The VA benefit can be restored and reused, and in some cases you can have more than one VA loan at a time. We help you understand your remaining entitlement.

Let’s find the loan that fits your situation.

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