VA Home Loans

VA home loans are government-backed mortgages available to eligible Veterans, active-duty service members, and certain surviving spouses. Backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA loans are designed to make homeownership more accessible for those who have served.

VA loans may offer benefits such as no down payment for qualified borrowers, no private mortgage insurance (PMI), and competitive financing options. Eligibility and loan requirements vary based on factors such as military service, entitlement, finances, and the property being financed.

A VA loan is a mortgage offered by private lenders and partially guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA guaranty helps eligible borrowers access home financing with benefits that may include no down payment and no private mortgage insurance (PMI).

VA loans are intended for eligible Veterans, active-duty service members, and certain surviving spouses. Borrowers must meet VA eligibility requirements as well as the lender's credit, income, and other loan requirements.

Eligibility for a VA home loan is based on military service history and duty status. Veterans, active-duty service members, certain members of the National Guard and Reserve, and certain surviving spouses may be eligible for VA home loan benefits.

Service requirements can vary based on when and how you served, and some exceptions may apply. A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) confirms whether you meet the VA's service requirements for the home loan benefit.

Our team can help you understand the VA loan process and assist with obtaining your Certificate of Eligibility.

View current VA Home Loan eligibility requirements

A VA loan can be used to purchase a home you intend to occupy as your primary residence. Eligible properties may include:

  • Single-family homes and townhomes
  • Condominiums in VA-approved projects
  • Multi-unit properties with up to four units, provided you occupy one of the units
  • New construction homes
  • Manufactured home and lots, subject to applicable requirements

Property eligibility and requirements can vary, so our team can help determine whether the home you're considering may qualify for VA financing.

  • No down payment may be required for qualified borrowers
  • No private mortgage insurance (PMI) requirement
  • Competitive interest rates
  • Limits on certain closing costs
  • No prepayment penalties
  • VA loan benefits may be used more than once, depending on eligibility and available entitlement

A VA loan application begins much like other mortgage applications. Your loan officer will review your financial information, discuss your homebuying goals, and help you understand the VA loan process.

You will also need a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to confirm your VA home loan eligibility. Our team can help you obtain your COE and guide you through the documentation and application requirements.

Yes. VA home loan benefits can generally be used more than once. Depending on your circumstances and available entitlement, you may be able to restore previously used entitlement or have remaining entitlement available for another VA loan.

Eligibility can depend on factors such as whether a previous VA loan has been paid off, whether you still own the property, and how much entitlement is available. Our team can help review your situation and determine what options may be available to you.