VA Loan
A VA loan is a mortgage benefit earned through military service, backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and available to eligible active-duty service members, veterans, and qualifying surviving spouses.
VA loans offer some of the strongest terms available in mortgage lending: no down payment, no mortgage insurance, competitive interest rates, and flexible qualification guidelines including the use of residual income as a qualifying metric.
A VA loan is not a government handout — it is an earned benefit. The VA does not lend money directly. Instead, it guarantees a portion of the loan, reducing risk for the lender and allowing more favorable terms for the borrower.
Why This Matters: The VA loan is one of the most powerful mortgage programs in existence. Understanding how to use it strategically — including entitlement, funding fee exemptions, and residual income — ensures you get the full value of the benefit you earned. Learn more about how VA loans work in Louisiana.
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Common VA Question
Who is eligible for a VA loan?
Eligible borrowers include active-duty service members, veterans who meet minimum service requirements, certain National Guard and Reserve members, and qualifying surviving spouses. Your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) confirms your eligibility. I can help you pull your COE and interpret what it means for your purchase or refinance.
Do VA loans require a down payment?
In most cases, no. Veterans with full entitlement can purchase with $0 down and no VA-imposed loan limit. If you have partial entitlement (for example, an existing VA loan), you may still qualify for $0 down up to the conforming limit. I can review your entitlement and explain exactly what you qualify for.
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