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Service members and veterans have financial benefits and resources that their civilian friends don’t.  Make sure to take advantage of these benefits. These include everything from exclusive life insurance options, to retirement benefits, to VA home loans.  You have an amazing opportunity to save money, plan for retirement, and buy a home at good rates without a down payment.

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Guidelines of VA Loans for Mobile Homes & Manufactured Homes

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There are VA mortgages for a variety of loan purposes. You can buy a condo unit, townhome, duplex, and multi-unit properties with a VA mortgage. You can also use a VA loan to buy a mobile home and even the land that home is to be placed upon. VA loan rules for manufactured home purchases are a bit different than for buying a typical suburban home, but some of those differences have to do with the unique nature of manufactured housing. Learn more.

The VA Loan Certificate of Eligibility

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The VA Certificate of Eligibility (VA COE) is your gateway to the VA home loan program and without it, you can’t officially move forward with a VA mortgage application. Learn more.

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Government Shutdown Averted For Now: Congress Passes Continuing Resolution

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The looming government shutdown crisis has been averted, at least for now. On the last day of September 2023, Congress found a way to sidestep partisan bickering, political posturing, and budget crisis theater long enough to pass a continuing resolution that keeps the federal government fully funded for an additional 45 days into the new… Read more »

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Military Life Insurance: What To Know

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Did you know that military life insurance options include both SGLI and private coverage? Unlike signing up for TRICARE, active duty troops are not restricted to using only the government-offered life insurance options, which include Veterans Group Life Insurance for those retiring or separating from the military. 

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No Exam Military Life Insurance

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Is there such a thing as no exam military life insurance? The short answer is yes, but there are caveats, which we will examine below. If you are in the military, you are provided life insurance coverage through Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance, but some feel that coverage isn’t quite enough to protect their family. Veterans… Read more »

Tips for Buying Life Insurance

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If you are looking for life insurance, there are a few things you can do to help yourself make an informed decision about the best coverage. Learn more.