We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. If you’re in the market ...

Q: I’m a retired veteran looking to purchase my first home. A friend of mine recommended a VA loan, but I’m not sure if it’s right for me. What are some VA loan pros and cons I need to consider? A: ...

Are you looking to tap into your home equity? The VA does not offer home equity loans or lines of credit, but a cash-out refinance could be viable. Keep reading to learn more about the specifics, how ...

What is a VA renovation loan? A VA renovation loan is a type of VA home loan that finances both a home purchase and home ...

How can veterans and service members in Georgia understand the VA loan eligibility process and take advantage of its unique ...

When buying a home, many service members and veterans have the unique advantage of using a VA home loan. While some families have used this benefit several times, others haven’t used it at all — often ...

If you're a service member or veteran exploring homeownership, the VA loan is an excellent tool. VA home loans typically have no down payment or private mortgage insurance (PMI) requirement, and you ...

Rachel Witkowski is an award-winning journalist whose 20-year career spans a wide range of topics in finance, government regulation and congressional reporting. Ms. Witkowski has spent the last decade ...

Interstate Home Loan Center offers a variety of mortgage solutions, including FHA, VA, conventional and non-QM loans, to borrowers across 25 states and Washington, D.C. It promises a streamlined ...

Because of its large military and veteran population, Hampton Roads’ real estate market has relied on homebuyers who use Veterans Affairs-backed mortgages. “We’re a big military town and it’s such a ...