Historical Low Funding Fees

Oct. 1st, 2011 - Rates Dropped Drastically

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Additional VA home loan programs

For veterans who want to refinance their homes. Percentage rates are the lowest in decades.

For veterans who want to refinance and get additional cash-out of their home.

Military VA Loan

Military VA Loan

VA Funding Fee Information

In order for VA to guarantee the home loan, there is a closing cost assessed by the VA to originate the loan called a funding fee. This fee will vary, depending upon the type of VA loan, whether this is your first time to use your entitlement, if you are a disabled veteran, the down payment and if you served active duty or in the National Guard/Reserves.

The following tables break down the Funding Fee Structure for VA Guaranteed Loans:

First time use, purchase of an eligible property

Down Payment Amount Veteran/Active Duty Reservist/National Guard
Oct. 1, 2004 - Oct. 1, 2011
Less than 5%*
2.15% 2.40%
On or after Oct. 1, 2011
Less than 5%*
1.40% 1.65%
Before Oct. 1, 2011
5% to 9.99%
1.50% 1.75%
On or after Oct. 1, 2011
5% to 9.99%
0.75% 1.00%
Before Oct. 1, 2011
10% or more
1.25% 1.50%
On or after Oct. 1, 2011
10% or more
0.50% 0.75%

*Includes "Cash-out" Refinancing Loans

Second time use, purchase of an eligible property

Down Payment Amount Veteran/Active Duty Reservist/National Guard
Oct. 1, 2007 - Oct. 1, 2011
Less than 5%*
3.30% 3.30%
Oct. 1, 2011 - Oct. 1, 2012
Less than 5%*
2.80% 2.80%
Oct. 1, 2012 - Oct. 1, 2013
Less than 5%*
2.15% 2.15%
On or after Oct. 1, 2013
Less than 5%*
1.25 1.25%
Before Oct. 1, 2011
5% to 9.99%
1.50% 1.75%
On or after Oct. 1, 2011
5% to 9.99%
0.75% 1.00%
Before Oct. 1, 2011
10% or more
1.25% 1.50%
On or after Oct. 1, 2011
10% or more
0.50% 0.75%

*Includes "Cash-out" Refinancing Loans

Streamline Refinance / Interest Rate Reduction Loan (IRRL)

VA Backed Usage Veteran/Active Duty Reservist/National Guard
First time use 0.50% 0.50%
Second time use 0.50% 0.50%
Assumptions 0.50% 0.50%
Service-connected Veterans 0.00% N/A

VA home loan quotes are freely available

The VA home loan program is an excellent deal for active duty military personnel and non-active duty veterans. Take advantage of your benefits.

  • Loan Amounts Up to $417,000.00
  • 15, 25 or 30 Year Loan Terms
  • Up to 6% Seller Paid Closing Cost Allowed
  • No Mortgage Insurance
  • Allowed To Finance Up to $6000 For Energy Improvements

How can I obtain more information about VA home loans?

You can telephone the US Veterans Affairs offices at (800)827-1000

Here are some links to additional information