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VA Home Loan Benefits

Achieve homeownership with VA-backed home loans featuring no down payment, competitive rates, and no private mortgage insurance requirements.

Understanding VA Home Loans

The VA home loan program is one of the most valuable benefits available to veterans, active-duty service members, and eligible surviving spouses. Since 1944, the VA has helped millions of veterans achieve homeownership through this program.

VA home loans offer significant advantages including no down payment requirement (for qualified borrowers), no private mortgage insurance (PMI), competitive interest rates, and limits on closing costs. The VA guarantees a portion of the loan, allowing lenders to offer more favorable terms than conventional mortgages.

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Down Payment Required
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Important Home Loan Contact Numbers

Get assistance with your VA home loan questions

VA Home Loan Program

1-877-827-3702

General home loan questions and COE assistance

Loan Guaranty Service

1-800-827-1000

Regional loan center assistance

Benefits Hotline

1-800-827-1000

General VA benefits information

Foreclosure Avoidance

1-877-827-3702

Help with loan payment difficulties

Ready to Buy Your Home?

Our team can help you understand VA home loan benefits, obtain your COE, and connect with the right lender for your needs.