VA Loan Eligibility | Check If You Qualify for a VA Home Loan
VA Eligibility Check • Purchase & Refinance

VA Loan Eligibility: Check If You Qualify

Most veterans qualify — but the fastest way to know is a quick eligibility review. Submit the secure request below and we’ll confirm your COE path, occupancy, and best next steps.

⏱️ 2–3 minutes
🔒 Private & protected
Clear checklist after you submit
📞 Call/Text: 877-720-1160

Quick Eligibility Checklist

If these are true, you’re usually on the right track:

✅ Service Eligibility

Veteran, active-duty, certain Guard/Reserve, or eligible surviving spouse.

✅ Primary Residence

You plan to live in the home as your primary residence (occupancy required).

✅ COE Available

You can obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (we can pull it in many cases).

✅ Lender Review

Credit overlays vary — we look at the whole picture and map the best path.

What is a COE?

Your COE (Certificate of Eligibility) proves to the lender that you meet VA service eligibility requirements. We can help request it and verify entitlement.

Common Reasons People Get Stuck

  • Unsure which service category applies (Guard/Reserve rules)
  • Confusion about entitlement (first-time vs. restoration)
  • Not clear on occupancy requirements
  • Credit questions (we’ll guide the fastest path)

Note: VA publishes service-based eligibility standards; lenders may apply additional guidelines. We’ll confirm your best route.

What Happens After You Submit

1) We confirm your eligibility route

Service category + COE path + entitlement basics.

2) We outline your best program

Purchase, IRRRL, or cash-out — aligned with your goal.

3) You get a clear checklist

So you move faster and avoid underwriting delays.

VA Loan Eligibility FAQs

Does the VA require a minimum credit score?
VA does not publish a universal minimum credit score. Many lenders use overlays. We review the whole picture and recommend the fastest path to approval.
What is a COE and how do I get it?
A COE (Certificate of Eligibility) verifies you meet VA service eligibility requirements. We can often pull it electronically and confirm entitlement.
Do I have to live in the home?
Yes. VA loans require owner-occupancy as your primary residence (with some exceptions for certain circumstances).
Can I use a VA loan more than once?
Often yes. Many borrowers can restore entitlement after paying off a prior VA loan, or use remaining entitlement depending on the scenario.
How fast will you contact me?
Typically same day during business hours. For the fastest help, call 877-720-1160.

Disclosures: NMLS #213875 • Terms depend on credit, income, assets, property and market conditions. Subject to underwriting approval. Not a commitment to lend. Equal Housing Lender.

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