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.


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Avoid These Closing Costs with a VA Home Loan

Avoid These Closing Costs with a VA Home Loan

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Once a home buyer finds a home and makes an offer that’s accepted, they move to the closing of the deal. Closing is when both parties sign the paperwork, the […]


Is remodeling your home worth it?

Is remodeling your home worth it?

Posted on: November 1, 2022

It turns out that there are plenty of reasons you should and should not remodel. For some homeowners, remodeling is an expense that isn’t justified. For others, improvements will help […]


5 Tips for Cutting Monthly Costs & Payments

5 Tips for Cutting Monthly Costs & Payments

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Homeowners everywhere face the same problem: expenses always seem higher than they should be. Spending, when left unchecked, can easily start to get out of hand. But once you start […]


How Credit Scores Impact VA Loans

How Credit Scores Impact VA Loans

Posted on: November 1, 2022

When applying for a mortgage, one of the first pieces of information your lender is going to ask for is your credit score. Credit scores can be tricky. They can […]


6 Tips for Saving Money on Your VA Loan

6 Tips for Saving Money on Your VA Loan

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Every home buyer wants to save money on their mortgage. With all the expenses associated with buying a home, removing just a few costs or fees can end up saving […]


VA Loan Pros & Cons

VA Loan Pros & Cons

Posted on: November 1, 2022

There are plenty of different mortgage options to pick from. Available to veterans, the VA loan is just like any other mortgage product in that it has its pros and […]


Money Saving Renovations for Winter

Money Saving Renovations for Winter

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Winter is a busy time, and there are tons of ways that homeowners can spend a little more money than they were planning. Between gifts, dinners, and traveling, the costs […]


Remodeling a Kitchen with a VA Loan

Remodeling a Kitchen with a VA Loan

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Kitchen remodels are one of the most popular remodels that homeowners do. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the priciest remodels. On average, homeowners spend $22,507 for a minor, […]


What Does “VA Guaranteed” Really Mean?

What Does “VA Guaranteed” Really Mean?

Posted on: November 1, 2022

All eligible VA members have access to VA-guaranteed loans. These loans are typically the best available option, even when including other types of mortgages. What does “VA guaranteed” really mean? […]


National Guard VA Loan Eligibility

National Guard VA Loan Eligibility

Posted on: August 11, 2022

As a thank you for their service, the VA guarantees home loans called VA loans. This is generally the best mortgage program available, thanks to its low rates and the […]