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VA Home Loan Credit Score | Requirements 2024

Posted on: June 8, 2022

In addition to providing your current financial information and checking your VA eligibility, you’ll need to prove that you have a decent enough credit score to qualify for a VA […]


Purchase a Pool With a VA Loan | Requirements 2024

Purchase a Pool With a VA Loan | Requirements 2024

Posted on: June 8, 2022

The warm summer weather can make homeowners’ imaginations run wild. Who wouldn’t want to step outside to relax by the pool or fire pit, enjoying their new patio or outdoor […]


Should You Use A Real Estate Agent On A VA Loan?

Should You Use A Real Estate Agent On A VA Loan?

Posted on: June 8, 2022

Real estate agents, also called buyer’s agents when buying a home, are professionals who bring plenty to the table. But many home buyers opt to forego using a buyer’s agent, […]


VA Cash-Out Refinance: Is It a Good Idea? | Rates & Guidelines 2024

VA Cash-Out Refinance: Is It a Good Idea? | Rates & Guidelines 2024

Posted on: June 8, 2022

The VA cash-out refinance program enables veterans and active-duty service members to tap into their home’s equity and, depending on current refinance interest rates, lower the interest rate on their […]


Over 1 million borrowers can still save cash by refinancing

Over 1 million borrowers can still save cash by refinancing

Posted on: May 9, 2022

The average rate on 30-year loans hit 5.11% last week — that’s 200 basis points (2%) higher than at the start of 2022 and the highest rate in over a […]


The Fed is meeting next week. Will it send mortgage rates higher?

The Fed is meeting next week. Will it send mortgage rates higher?

Posted on: April 28, 2022

Higher mortgage rates are likely in the cards The Federal Reserve is set to have its third meeting of the year next week, and for hopeful mortgage borrowers, it’s probably […]


Fed indicates rate hike, but mortgage rates are murkier

Fed indicates rate hike, but mortgage rates are murkier

Posted on: March 10, 2022

A rate hike is “appropriate” The Federal Reserve is poised to raise rates at its March 15-16 meeting — the first of seven possible rate hikes expected this year. The […]


Freedom Mortgage Lender Review | 2024

Freedom Mortgage Lender Review | 2024

Posted on: February 23, 2022

Freedom Mortgage prides itself on excellent customer service. That said, this lender does not offer a robust online experience.


VA Loan Calculator | How Much Can I Afford?

VA Loan Calculator | How Much Can I Afford?

Posted on: April 30, 2021

As an active-duty service member or veteran, you have access to one of the best mortgage products on the market — the VA home loan. It requires no down payment, […]


Which Refinance Type Is Best For You? (VA, FHA, USDA, Conventional)

Which Refinance Type Is Best For You? (VA, FHA, USDA, Conventional)

Posted on: March 17, 2021

There are different types of mortgage loans available to today’s consumers, each with slightly different guidelines. Some have inherent advantages so it takes some time to consider which loan type […]