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VA Home loans are one of the best benefits available to those who have served our country—and we’re proud to help North Carolina Veterans make the most of this opportunity. On this page, you’ll find helpful blog posts, updated guidelines, and insider tips from mortgage experts who specialize in VA home loans. We break down everything from debt-to-income ratio requirements to how the VA funding fee works. Need to buy a home with no money down? Wondering if your credit score qualifies? Looking for homes near Fort Liberty, Camp Lejeune, or Seymour Johnson AFB? You’ll find answers here about VA Home loans. Plus, we share real-life scenarios and advice tailored for military families who may face frequent relocations, and are using VA Home loans. We know PCS orders don’t come with much notice, so we focus on speed, service, and keeping your stress low. Whether you're buying your first home or your forever home, let us help you use your VA Home loans benefit with confidence.
If you are in the unfortunate position of looking for what Death Benefits are covered by the VA - we are sorry. We're here to help, but so sorry for your loss and that you are in this position. Here …
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The VA, has offered 100% mortgage loan financing to Veterans for many years. It is one of the best benefits a Soldier has. If you are serving in time of War, the length of time in the service, …
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Veteran's have a great benefit with VA Financing. It's a 100% VA loan, and in most cases, the seller can pay for closing costs. It's a conservatively underwritten loan, so there is little chance …
Did you know that you could avoid paying Jumbo mortgage rates, and have a fixed rate options with Veteran Administration Home Loans Above $424,100? It's true! With recent changes, it might make …
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Veteran's have one of the best mortgage programs available, with their VA Loan benefits. The approval process, and underwriting guidelines for a VA Loan in NC have some "unique" requirements that we …
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Stephen Thorne
Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS 60596
Eleanor Thorne Mortgage
Loan Officer
NMLS 67179
Advantage Lending is an Equal Housing Lender. NMLS NMLS #5687 (NMLS Consumer Access), NC License L-161797 Certain limitations apply, call for details. Corporate Office 7521-101 Mourning Dove Road
Raleigh, NC 27615. Phone Number (919) 532-7300
