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5 Most Common VA Loan Myths Busted"Is the VA appraisal nightmarish?" No. VA loan myths confuse and deter many VA loan borrowers. Check out the top 5 VA loan myths.
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Jump Your VA Appraisal Hurdles in 7 StepsAppraisal repairs are often the most dreaded part of the VA loan process. Here is a step by step guide on how to resolve repairs required on a VA appraisal.
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Sellers: Is Your Home VA Loan Compliant?VA loans hold properties to a unique standard through the VA appraisal process. See some house features to regularly check so your home is VA compliant.
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Cheat Sheet: VA Appraisal Timelines By StateVA appraisals can take 10 business days to complete. Check our list of VA appraisal timeliness guidelines for all 50 states.
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How Long Does it Take to Close a VA Loan?The average closing timeline for VA buyers is marginally different from conventional loans. Here we take a look at the average time to close and what factors play into that timeline.
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The Importance of Being Earnest: All About Earnest Money Deposits
An earnest money deposit is a deposit of good faith on a home loan from a buyer to a seller. Including an earnest money deposit with your offer is a part of the VA home loan process and serves to protect VA buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction. Learn how earnest money might help you obtain the home you want.
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8 Things You Must Know About VA AppraisalsVA appraisers use Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs) to evaluate your future home, and VA appraisals are different from home inspections. Before choosing a home, make sure you know MPR criteria.
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6 Factors That Can Sink Your Home ValueDid you know busy streets can hurt home values? Protect your investment by avoiding these 6 factors that can damage your home value.
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5 Tips for Selling a Home In WinterWinter is usually a slower time for real estate sales. When selling a home in winter, use these tips to boost activity and encourage offers.
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You Can Convince a Seller: VA Offers Are Always Worth ConsideringSome sellers and agents are hesitant to accept VA financing due to misconceptions in the industry. Here's how to respond.
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Earnest Money: Eliminating Conflict and Crafting Useful ContingenciesHas earnest money been an issue in a recent contract? Here are tips on how to avoid conflict and draft contingencies that will help your client.
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5 Fixable Issues That Keep Buyers AwayIf you're selling your home, a potential buyer can be turned off by any number of things – and some of those things you can easily prevent.
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Walkability: A Step In The Right Direction For Your ListingWalkability is hot among today's home buyers. Studies have shown homes with greater walkability command higher home prices. Why the high demand?
