Thomas Short

Thomas Short is a personal finance writer based in Seattle. His work has appeared in Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, The Mortgage Reports, and more.


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Can I Get A Second VA Loan? | How To Use Your Entitlement

Can I Get A Second VA Loan? | How To Use Your Entitlement

Posted on: January 10, 2024

Many homeowners who have used a VA loan before wonder if they can use the program again. After all, with its many benefits, the VA loan is often the best […]


Most Affordable Areas to Buy a Home | Updated for 2024

Most Affordable Areas to Buy a Home | Updated for 2024

Posted on: January 9, 2024

It’s no secret that home prices have been rising across the nation. Fueled by a strong economy and a resurgent housing market, homes have been a hot commodity lately. The […]


6 Biggest Benefits of a VA Loan

6 Biggest Benefits of a VA Loan

Posted on: January 2, 2024

Of all the mortgage programs available, it’s difficult to beat the VA loan program. This home loan program, available to millions of veterans, active-duty service member, and their families, this […]


VA Renovation Loan | Limits & Requirements 2024

VA Renovation Loan | Limits & Requirements 2024

Posted on: January 2, 2024

You can use a VA loan to buy and renovate a fixer-upper thanks to the VA renovation loan. The process isn’t simple. Only certain home improvements can be financed, and […]


VA Appraisal | What if It Comes Back Low? 2024

VA Appraisal | What if It Comes Back Low? 2024

Posted on: January 2, 2024

One of the biggest hurdles VA home buyers must clear is the VA appraisal. VA appraisals are much like regular appraisals — an approved appraiser will come out to the […]


VA Eligible Properties | Using a VA Loan for a Second Home

VA Eligible Properties | Using a VA Loan for a Second Home

Posted on: June 28, 2023

Can I use a VA loan for a second home? The VA home loan program exists to help active-duty and retired military members buy homes to use as primary residences. […]


What Is The VA ‘Mandatory Escape Clause’?

What Is The VA ‘Mandatory Escape Clause’?

Posted on: June 28, 2023

There are plenty of reasons active-duty service members and veterans prefer to use VA loans. With the benefit of the VA guaranty, home buyers are able to get a home […]


Qualifying for a VA Loan When You’re Retired

Qualifying for a VA Loan When You’re Retired

Posted on: November 15, 2022

You’re a veteran who decided to retire. Now you can enjoy the time off and move wherever you’d like. However, you don’t have the same type of income, and you’re […]


How to Apply for a VA Loan

How to Apply for a VA Loan

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Mortgages can be difficult to understand. They’re fairly complex, mostly because they’re used for very large purchases. However, if you’re new to mortgages or VA loans, then the process might […]


When Should You Refinance A VA Loan?

When Should You Refinance A VA Loan?

Posted on: November 1, 2022

Refinancing can be an excellent way to save money on monthly payments. That being said, not everybody should refinance – at least not yet. Figuring if and when you should […]