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In an election year it’s all too easy to forget that Veteran’s Day is November 11, even though all federal offices and banks will be closed. The holiday was made official in 1954, having previously ...

VA loans offer many benefits such as no down payment or mortgage insurance, easier qualifications and lower interest rates. However, they also have drawbacks such as a required funding fee, property ...

If you're a service member or veteran exploring homeownership, the VA loan is an excellent tool. VA home loans typically have no down payment or private mortgage insurance (PMI) requirement, and you ...

When it comes to mortgages, having multiple options can put you in a better borrowing position. If you can qualify for both a VA and conventional loan, you may not know which mortgage provides the ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a home loan program specifically for active service members, veterans and surviving spouses. While the VA doesn’t act as the lender, it does back these ...

If you’re like most Americans, you’re going to need a mortgage if you want to buy a new home. Even though cash buying is more popular than it was 10 years ago, more than two-thirds of home buyers ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs has one of the best mortgage lending programs available to buyers, and those loans are extremely popular with D.C.-area buyers. A recent Redfin report ranks the D.C.