Heading back to civilian life after time in the military can be daunting. While many veterans go straight into paid jobs, some vets are looking to further their education. The Postsecondary National Policy Institute states that in 2018, over 650,000 veterans used military benefits to pursue higher education. Attending college as a veteran comes with some unique challenges but it can be very beneficial. The idea of returning to education after time in the military can be intimidating, but the … [Read more...]
Tips for Veteran Homebuyers in Their Golden Years
If you’re a senior veteran who’s in the market for a home but it has been a while since you purchased one, you might be wondering how to approach things. The process is not as difficult as you might believe. And thankfully, not that much has changed over the last few decades. However, there are a few things that might not have crossed your mind the first time around. Check out this great advice from Mortgages for America on how senior veterans can find the perfect home for the next chapter of … [Read more...]
Turn Your Home Purchase into a Home Bargain with These 4 Dead Simple Hacks
When shopping for a house, most homebuyers come with a practical checklist in mind. There must be good schools within driving distance. There have to be grocery stores within a few blocks of the place. The kitchen must have high ceilings and big windows. You get the idea. But for all the discussion and planning that goes into planning out your living space and putting together a good color scheme, we often don't talk about how regular homeowners, who aren't secretly dreaming of being … [Read more...]
Low cost home loans for American Heroes
Buying or refinancing a home can be costly. The bulk of those costs are derived from closing costs, which can range anywhere from 2% to 4% of the loan amount. With our Homes for Heroes Program those fees are eliminated. But what if you didn’t have to pay some of those costs? Specifically, the fees associated with originating your loan. Mortgages for America has created our new Home for Heroes Program to provide low-to-no-cost home loans to Military Service members and Veterans, … [Read more...]
