More than 24.4 million veterans and service personnel are eligible for VA financing. Even though many
veterans have used their loan benefits, it may be possible for them to buy homes again.
Use the following mortgage calculator to determine the maximum
monthly payment (P+I) and the maximum VA loan amount for which you may qualify. Enter all
income and expenses as MONTHLY figures, not annual.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION # 8 [ -more VA Loan questions- ] - - - - - - Q: VA Home Loan Entitlement -
Isn’t the VA home loan automatic? It's one of my entitlements, Right?
A: Some first-time homebuyers are misinformed as to the workings of a VA Loan. The Veterans Administration does not normally act as a lending agent. Instead, the VA is in the business of guaranteeing the loans of veteran. In most cases, the VA offers a guaranty to those who meet the requirements, the first of which include a good credit rating. If you are considering any kind of home loan, it's best to consult a credit counselor and a financial planner to find out what credit rating you already have and what you can do to improve your credit rating before applying for the guaranty. It's important to know that a VA home loan guaranty is available only if the veteran has the income to handle house payments. A VA loan guaranty is not an automatic benefit. Your financial planner or credit counselor can go a long way towards helping you prepare your personal finances before filling out that home buyer's paperwork.
VA Loan Rates
for 7/03/2008
30 year fixed
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0.000 points
6.500%
6.618% APR
15 year fixed
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0.000 points
6.500%
6.500% APR