Time Running out on 2011 VA Loan Limits for Orange County, CA

On September 7, 2011, in VA Loans, by Tim Storm

The 2011 100% financing VA loan limits for Orange County, CA have been at $700,000 since January. The $700,000 limit is good through December 31, 2011, but after that it could drop. While Conforming and FHA loan limits in Orange County are about to go lower from the current $729,750 down to $625,500, the VA limit [...]

Time to Refinance a VA Loan in MN or ND? Maybe Not!

On August 6, 2011, in Mortgage Rates, Refinance Process, VA Loans, by Joan Rusco

There isn’t a week that goes by that we don’t have a Minnesota or North Dakota veteran contact us about refinancing. On too many occasions the news we have for them is not good. Here’s what we’re finding; they have good credit, good income and no equity.

Boise, Idaho Residents What Is The VA Loan Appraisal Process ?

On May 9, 2011, in Tips And Advice, VA Loans, by Michelle Guth

Before your home can be approved for Boise, Idaho VA home loan financing, a VA appraisal must be completed on the property. An Idaho VA appraisal involves a thorough inspection of the home and property to determine the current market value of the home. This appraisal is especially geared towards reporting any defects involving safety [...]

2011 to be a Great Year in Orange County for VA Loan Program

On January 8, 2011, in Mortgage Programs, by Tim Storm

VA loans will be even more popular in 2011 than in 2010 in Orange County, California. There are several reasons, besides the most obvious reason being that no down payment is required up to a $700,000 purchase price. Up until recently, Orange County Veterans did not realize the benefits that a VA loan program offered [...]