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Affordable Mortgage Lending Guide - Part I

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Last Updated: October 12, 2021

Part of the mission of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is to enable service members, veterans, and eligible surviving spouses to become homeowners. The VA provides a home loan guaranty benefit and other housing-related programs to help buy, build, repair, retain, or adapt a home for owner occupancy. VA home loans are provided by private lenders, such as banks and mortgage companies. By obtaining a guaranty for a portion of the loan, private lenders are able to provide borrowers with more favorable terms, such as zero down payments.

Overview: Doing Business with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Home Purchase Loan Program

Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan

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