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Orange County veterans have a number of financing options when it comes to buying a home. But, the VA home loan is often the best option for those who want to maximize their purchasing power and take advantage of the many benefits that come with this type of loan. In this post, we’ll explore why […]
It’s getting easier to get a VA Loan offer accepted in Orange County, CA. The last few years have been tough for home buyers using VA financing. Even though VA is a very easy loan to close, at least for lender who specialize in VA financing, sellers have always shied away from VA buyers. The […]
Many Orange County, CA veterans think that the VA loan program is only for first time home buyers. Or is for low income home buyers. In Orange County especially, that is not even close to the truth. In the OC, where the 100% financing limit for a VA loan is $668,750 in 2013 *, there […]
There are several differences between the VA home loan program and the Calvet home loan program. California veterans should take time to learn about both programs to determine what is best for them. There are times when the Calvet program is better and other times when the VA home loan program is better. Below are […]
While other loan programs continue to go though multiple guideline changes, the VA loan program has been mostly unchanged for Orange County VA home loan borrowers. FHA and Fannie Mae have recently tightened their guidelines. VA has not. FHA and Fannie Mae Tighten Condo Financing Guidelines FHA and Fannie Mae recently tightened their guidelines for […]
In 2010, VA loan eligible home buyers have a big advantage buying Orange County condo’s if the project is on the VA approved list. They have an advantage over other buyers because of the recent changes for FHA and Conventional Fannie Mae guidelines as they relate to Condominium Approved projects. FHA Recently Changed their Condo […]
The Veterans Administration recently announced the VA 100% financing loan limits for Orange County, and the limit was reduced. In 2009 an Orange County VA eligible home buyer could purchase a home with $0 down up to a price of $737,500. In 2010 the limit has been reduced to $593,750. The reduction on the loan […]
Orange County, CA First Time Buyers using VA financing will be pleased to know that the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit has been extended. For most home buyers, the tax credit has been extended through June 30, 2010, as long as the purchase contract has been signed by April 30, 2010. But for members […]
VA is one of the only programs currently available that offers 100% financing for Orange County home buyers. Last month, Michelle Tucker, a single VA eligible homebuyer, took advantage of her VA eligibility and purchased her first home in Santa Ana, CA for $375,000. She had no down payment, and the seller paid all of […]
It is important for Orange County, CA Veterans who are looking to take advantage of the VA loan programs 100% financing option first get their Certificate of Eligibility. But how do they do that? First, you must be able to provide your DD214- Report of Separation. What if an Orange County, CA VA Loan Borrower […]