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VA Mortgage/Loan
Updated
January 19, 2023
Private lenders offer VA home loans, such as banks and mortgage firms. The VA guarantees a portion of the loan, allowing the lender to provide you with better terms. A VA Loan is secured and insured by the Department of Veterans Affairs and is available to qualified U.S. veterans.
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