Thomas Short
Thomas Short is a personal finance writer based in Seattle. His work has appeared in Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, The Mortgage Reports, and more.
Articles by Thomas Short
Can I Get A Second VA Loan? | How To Use Your Entitlement
Posted on: April 15, 2025
Many homeowners who have used a VA loan before wonder if they can use the program again. After all, with its many benefits, the VA loan is often the best […]
When Should You Refinance A VA Loan?
Posted on: February 12, 2025
Refinancing can be an excellent way to save money on monthly payments. That being said, not everybody should refinance – at least not yet. Figuring if and when you should […]
VA Renovation Loan | Limits & Requirements 2025
Posted on: January 22, 2025
You can use a VA loan to buy and renovate a fixer-upper thanks to the VA renovation loan. The process isn’t simple. Only certain home improvements can be financed, and […]
VA Loan Occupancy Requirements: How Soon Can I Sell?
Posted on: January 13, 2025
The VA loan and IRRRL refinance are among the best mortgage products on the market. However, there are certain eligibility requirements to get either VA product. One requirement of the […]
6 Biggest Benefits of a VA Loan
Posted on: November 6, 2024
Of all the mortgage programs available, it’s difficult to beat the VA loan program. This home loan program, available to millions of veterans, active-duty service member, and their families, this […]
Most Affordable Areas to Buy a Home | Updated for 2025
Posted on: November 6, 2024
The current housing market may feel like a tough place for many aspiring homeowners, with rising home prices and relatively high mortgage rates creating added challenges. It’s no wonder that […]
VA Appraisal | What if It Comes Back Low? 2025
Posted on: January 2, 2024
One of the biggest hurdles VA home buyers must clear is the VA appraisal. VA appraisals are much like regular appraisals — an approved appraiser will come out to the […]
VA Eligible Properties | Using a VA Loan for a Second Home
Posted on: June 28, 2023
Can I use a VA loan for a second home? The VA home loan program exists to help active-duty and retired military members buy homes to use as primary residences. […]
What Is The VA ‘Mandatory Escape Clause’?
Posted on: June 28, 2023
There are plenty of reasons active-duty service members and veterans prefer to use VA loans. With the benefit of the VA guaranty, home buyers are able to get a home […]
Qualifying for a VA Loan When You’re Retired
Posted on: November 15, 2022
You’re a veteran who decided to retire. Now you can enjoy the time off and move wherever you’d like. However, you don’t have the same type of income, and you’re […]