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By Ariel Frogge

Everything You Need to Know About VA Loans

Understanding how a VA loan works will help determine if it’s the right mortgage for your home purchase.

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A VA loan allows veterans, active-duty service members, and eligible spouses to finance a house without any down payment or mortgage insurance. Plus, its credit requirements are also quite lenient. In this article, we take a closer look at VA loans and how they work so you can decide if they're suitable for your home purchase or refinancing plans. ...
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