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VA Loan Frequently Asked Questions
1. I want to use my Veteran eligibility to purchase a home. Can you do this for me?
Answer: Absolutely, this is what I do!
2. I don’t have my certificate of eligibility, can you help me get one?
Answer: Yes as long we have a DD-214 or Statement of Service we can retrieve your certificate of eligibility electronically 3. I used my VA eligibility to purchase a home before can I use it to purchase another home?
Answer: Yes
4. Why is the loan amount higher than the sales price for VA loans?
Answer: All VA loans have a “funding fee” which is financed on top of the loan amount? This fee negates the need for mortgage insurance
5. I am VA disabled (service related), is there is an additional discount available to me?
Answer: If you are at least 30% VA disabled, your loan will not have the traditional VA Funding Fee financed on top of the loan amount 6. Can I purchase a home with someone other than my spouse as the co-borrower?
Answer: Yes but the other applicant must be a veteran as well.
7. I don't live near Newark, Delaware can you still handle my loan?
Answer: We can handle your loan anywhere in the states of Delaware, Maryland, Pennslyvania, New Jersey and Florida.
8. Can I close my home loan in my home town?
Answer: Absolutely.
9. How do all those documents get to my local Title Company?
Answer: FedEx or email.
10. I already applied to another Lender for my Home Loan; do I have to stay with them?
Answer: No you don't. You can change your mind, and decide who you want to close your loan. Transfer of your loan is an easy process. 11. Can I use my VA eligibility for a Rental Property purchase?
Answer: No
12. Can I refinance my primary residence using my Veteran benefits?
Answer: Yes
13. How will I know what the prospective home or my primary residence is worth?
Answer: We will order an appraisal done by a licensed VA appraiser in your area.
14. Who controls the interest rate on Veteran Mortgages?
Answer: The market and investors but VA loan rates are typically the same or lower than conventional loans. 15. How will I know what interest rate I will get on my home loan?
Answer: After submitting the required paperwork, we lock your interest rate the same day. 16. I am a Widow of a Veteran, can I qualify?
Answer: Yes you can, provided deceased husband died in the line of duty or from a service related cause. 17. I hate to fill out forms online; can I talk to a person?
Answer: Sure just call me at 302-368-7050 Ext. 101! 19. I don't feel comfortable giving my financial information over the Internet, what can we do?
Answer: We will do everything over the telephone or in person 21. How long does is take to close my loan?
Answer: It varies but typically 15 to 30 days after all paperwork is submitted. 22. I am working with a Real Estate Agent.....is this O.K.?
Answer: No problem.
23. Another lender botched my loan, can I transfer my loan to you?
Answer: Sure, no problem. Unfortunately, this is all too common. 24. I want to place my loan in your hands, what's next?
Answer: Call me at 302-368-7050 Ext. 101. 25. I want to move forward with you, what do I tell my Realtor?
Answer: Ask them to fax a copy of your contract to us at 302-865-8321, and I will give the Realtor a call to coordinate.
26. I just want to talk, can I call you?
Answer: Sure, please call me at your convenience - 302-368-7050 Ext. 101
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Mark Coffman Military Loan Specialist
Email: mcoffman@pikecreekloans.com
Phone: 302-368-7050 Ext. 101
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Contact Mark Coffman, your local VA Mortgage Specialist, to setup a free consultation and develop your winning strategy for purchasing your new home with a VA Loan. Mark Coffman considers it an honor to serve you! |
Pike Creek Mortgage Services, Inc Mark Coffman Phone: 302-368-7050 Ext. 101
Licensed in DE, MD, NJ, PA & FL
Notice: This is a privately owned and maintained web site by Mark Coffman specializing in VA financing and is not a government agency.
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