The VA IRRRL isn’t just another weird acronym created by the Veterans Administration that’s designed to confuse you. It’s actually a very useful loan program that is sort of an offshoot of the very popular VA Home Loan Program. VA Loans have helped more than 25 million veterans and active duty armed forces personnel since it began, and it helped 1.2 million heroes in 2020 alone.
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First Time VA Home Buyer? Here’s What You Want to Know
For first time VA home buyers, the journey to homeownership has some unique advantages. The VA Loan, a standout government program, offers significant benefits over nearly all other mortgage loans available, and eligibility extends to active-duty military, veterans, and surviving spouses.
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What is Radon Testing and What is a Safe Radon Level?
If you are asking yourself “what is radon testing?” followed by “what is a safe radon level?”, you are probably in the final stages of selling your home (or buying one). Radon testing has become a standard for all home inspections, so if you are the seller, you’re going to need to pass this test. If you are a buyer, pay close attention to the results because it could affect negotiations with the seller.
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Housing Market Trends November 2023 | Residential Snapshot
Welcome to the Housing Market Trends November 2023 monthly update from Homes for Heroes. This report focuses on the residential real estate housing market. We listen to the experts and boil down what they have to say to assist you, our heroes, with decision making regarding buying a home, selling your home, or refinancing your mortgage.
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When Will Inflation Go Down? | Impact on Today’s Housing Market
Many people are asking, “when will inflation go down?” Because it really hit the average American household hard over the past year – a trend that will likely continue in the year ahead. However, it has been trending lower each month, edging closer to the Federal Reserve’s two percent target. Read More “When Will Inflation Go Down? | Impact on Today’s Housing Market”
Military Discounts | List of Military Specials, Deals and Veteran Discounts
There are so many military discounts available to active duty service members and veterans, it can boggle the mind. At first glance, you might think every business offers some kind of discount for military heroes, but that’s not the case. We have tried to build a comprehensive list of the best military deals. Is this the ultimate list? We will let you decide.
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Three Homes for Heroes Foundation Grants Totaling $20,000 Given to Three Nurse Foundations
Everyone has a nurse in their life–a friend, a family member or someone who cared for them at a particularly vulnerable time. This month Homes for Heroes is celebrating three grants for nurse foundations.
- The North Carolina Foundation for Nursing
- The Connecticut Nurses Foundation
- The Georgia Nurses Foundation
EMS Discounts | Paramedic and EMT Deals
Finding the best EMS discounts, at first glance, is pretty easy. Lots of companies offer them. Sometimes they are discounts for first responders, and that’s great, but others are just for firefighters or police officers. It can take some digging to find the best EMS deals for both a Paramedic and EMT on exclusive offers. We tried to narrow the field for you.
Military Home Loans | VA Home Loan and Other Military Mortgage Options
Military home loans are essentially programs designed to help military personnel find and afford new homes. They can help you at many stages of the home ownership journey, and all of them are designed to say “thank you” to active military professionals, veterans and their families. Parades and national holidays are great, but helping you find a great home within your budget is an acknowledgement of your sacrifices that can make a significant difference in your life.
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How Long Does it Take to Close on a House? | 7 Steps to Get to Closing Day
You’ve secured a loan and found the home of your dreams. Now it’s time to get ready for the next edge-of-your-seat moment in the home buying process: closing. The big question is: How long does it take to close on a house?
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