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VA supports Veterans in becoming successful homeowners by promoting financial preparedness, long term planning, and the ability to build wealth through home equity.
Part 3 of our VA Home Loan series focuses on the financial readiness needed for long term success as a homeowner.
Patrick Zondervan, Executive Director of Home Loan Guaranty, shares guidance on preparing your credit, setting a realistic budget, and planning for the ongoing costs of homeownership such as maintenance, taxes, insurance, and escrow changes.
He highlights the long-term value of homeownership, including the ability to build equity that strengthens financial stability and supports future opportunities.
For assistance with VA’s home loan benefit, Veterans can call 1 877 827 3702 or visit va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/.
VA supports Veterans in becoming successful homeowners by promoting financial preparedness, long term planning, and the ability to build wealth through home equity.
Part 3 of our VA Home Loan series focuses on the financial readiness needed for long term success as a homeowner.
Patrick Zondervan, Executive Director of Home Loan Guaranty, shares guidance on preparing your credit, setting a realistic budget, and planning for the ongoing costs of homeownership such as maintenance, taxes, insurance, and escrow changes.
He highlights the long-term value of homeownership, including the ability to build equity that strengthens financial stability and supports future opportunities.
For assistance with VA’s home loan benefit, Veterans can call 1 877 827 3702 or visit va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/.
