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.
Articles by Thomas Short
Renovating Your Home with a VA Cash-Out Refinance Loan
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Maybe something in your house is wearing down or is already broken and needs to be replaced. Maybe you want to redo your kitchen or bathroom and need some extra […]
Avoid These Closing Costs with a VA Home Loan
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Once a home buyer finds a home and makes an offer that’s accepted, they move to the closing of the deal. Closing is when both parties sign the paperwork, the […]
Is remodeling your home worth it?
Posted on: November 1, 2022
It turns out that there are plenty of reasons you should and should not remodel. For some homeowners, remodeling is an expense that isn’t justified. For others, improvements will help […]
5 Tips for Cutting Monthly Costs & Payments
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Homeowners everywhere face the same problem: expenses always seem higher than they should be. Spending, when left unchecked, can easily start to get out of hand. But once you start […]
How Credit Scores Impact VA Loans
Posted on: November 1, 2022
When applying for a mortgage, one of the first pieces of information your lender is going to ask for is your credit score. Credit scores can be tricky. They can […]
6 Tips for Saving Money on Your VA Loan
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Every home buyer wants to save money on their mortgage. With all the expenses associated with buying a home, removing just a few costs or fees can end up saving […]
VA Loan Pros & Cons
Posted on: November 1, 2022
There are plenty of different mortgage options to pick from. Available to veterans, the VA loan is just like any other mortgage product in that it has its pros and […]
Money Saving Renovations for Winter
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Winter is a busy time, and there are tons of ways that homeowners can spend a little more money than they were planning. Between gifts, dinners, and traveling, the costs […]
Remodeling a Kitchen with a VA Loan
Posted on: November 1, 2022
Kitchen remodels are one of the most popular remodels that homeowners do. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the priciest remodels. On average, homeowners spend $22,507 for a minor, […]
What Does “VA Guaranteed” Really Mean?
Posted on: November 1, 2022
All eligible VA members have access to VA-guaranteed loans. These loans are typically the best available option, even when including other types of mortgages. What does “VA guaranteed” really mean? […]