Mortgage Loan Programs and Eligibility Requirements
A comparison of available loan programs - conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, jumbo, HELOC and specialty financing - with the credit, down payment and property rules that decide which one fits.
VA loans typically offer competitive rates and more flexible underwriting, making them one of the strongest home-financing benefits available to those who served.
Benefits of a VA loan
$0 down payment for qualifying borrowers
No monthly private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Competitive interest rates
Limits on certain closing costs a veteran can be charged
Reusable benefit — it can be used more than once
What to consider
A one-time VA funding fee usually applies (it can often be financed)
A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is required — we can help you obtain it
The home must be your primary residence
Ready to explore va loans? Kathlene Carney can walk you through eligibility, compare options, and get you pre-approved in California.