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How to get a Kentucky VA Home Loan?


Benefits offered through the Kentucky VA loan program include purchase loans to help you buy a home at a favorable interest rate, cash-out refinance loans which allow for cash withdrawals from your home’s equity to pay for other needs, and Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans (also called IRRRLs or streamline refinance loans) to help homeowners refinance an existing VA loan to a lower interest rate or more favorable terms. You may not receive cash out proceeds from an IRRRL.
 
Who is eligible for a Kentucky Home VA loan?
 
Veterans aren’t the only ones who can qualify for Kentucky VA loans. You may also be eligible if you are a current or former National Guard or Reserve member, an active duty servicemember or an eligible surviving spouse.
 
The specific benefits available will be determined by the VA based on the amount of time you (or your spouse) served or service commitment, your duty status and your character of service.
 
Check out the VA webpage for specific eligibility requirements.
Kentucky VA loan advantages for you, the buyer
VA borrowers can enjoy valuable advantages, including:
The loan limits are the amount a qualified Veteran with full entitlement may be able to borrow without making a down payment. These loan limits vary by county, since the value of a house depends in part on its location. The loan cannot exceed the limit for government-insured loans in your area. You can find a list of VA loan limits here.
 
There is no monthly Private Mortgage Insurance (“PMI”) premium requirement. You may have to pay a one-time upfront funding fee that is based on the nature of your military service, the loan type, the size of the down payment, and whether you have used the VA loan benefit in the past.
 
VA rules limit the amount you can be charged for closing costs.
Closing costs may be paid by the seller.
The lender can’t charge you a penalty fee if you pay the loan off early.
VA may be able to provide you some assistance if you run into difficulty making payments.
The VA guarantees home loans that help active military members, veterans and surviving spouses. Kentucky VA loans don’t require a down payment or minimum credit score.
 
No matter where you are in life, that is a super line-up of advantages. If you’re eligible for a Kentucky VA loan, it makes sense to explore VA options.



How do I use the VA loan benefit to buy a home in KY?
 
Once you determine that you fit the eligibility requirements, the next step is obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Your lender will need this document to verify you are eligible for VA loan benefits.


VA loan eligibility for Kentucky Mortgage?
 
If you are considering what your VA loan benefits are, the first step is to dig into the program’s eligibility requirements. The home must be for your own personal occupancy. Those eligible for VA home loans can use the loan to:
Buy a home, a condominium unit in a VA approved project
Build a home
Simultaneously purchase and improve a home
Improve a home by installing energy-related features or making energy efficient improvements
Buy a manufactured home and/or lot
To refinance an existing VA-guaranteed or direct loan for the purpose of a lower interest rate
To refinance an existing mortgage loan or other indebtedness secured by a lien of record on a residence owned and occupied by the veteran as a home
Spouses of servicemembers may also apply for VA loan benefits, subject to certain restrictions.
Once you are on track for eligibility, you will be on your way to getting into your new home–a well-deserved path for you and your family.

Kentucky VA Home Loan Approval Requirements with Collections on Credit Report


Collection accounts are account for a debt that have been submitted to a collection agency by the creditor generally due to nonpayment. Below are general tips and guidance on what DU will require when collection accounts are reporting on a borrower’s credit report.

Accounts that are reported as past due but not yet turned over to a collection agency must be brought current. These past due accounts are not considered collection accounts.


Kentucky Mortgage Requirements for Collections and VA Home Loan Approval
Any collection account required by DU to be paid must be paid prior to or at closing.
Isolated collection account does not necessarily have to be paid off for the loan approval.
Borrowers with a history of collection accounts should have reestablished satisfactory credit in order to be considered a satisfactory credit risk.
Lenders/underwriters should review the complete credit history and use sound judgment to determine if the collection account poses a credit risk to the borrower’s ability to repay the loan.
If the collection account is listed on the credit report with a minimum payment, then the debt should be recognized at the minimum payment amount

Credit Requirements for a VA Mortgage Loan Approval in Kentuckygot a question, click here to ask us



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Disclaimer: No statement on this site is a commitment to make a loan. Loans are subject to borrower qualifications, including income, property evaluation, sufficient equity in the home to meet Loan-to-Value requirements, and final credit approval. Approvals are subject to underwriting guidelines, interest rates, and program guidelines and are subject to change without notice based on applicant's eligibility and market conditions. Refinancing an existing loan may result in total finance charges being higher over the life of a loan. Reduction in payments may reflect a longer loan term. Terms of any loan may be subject to payment of points and fees by the applicant

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Kentucky VA Home Loans Credit Scores Requirements




  • No down payment required for Kentucky VA Loans
  • There are closing costs on all home purchases and refinances, however, on purchases, VA allows the home seller to give the home buyer up to a 4.0% sellers concession towards the home buyer’s closing costs. If the home buyer is short on closing costs or if the home seller is not willing to give a sellers concession, the Veteran can get a lender’s credit to cover part or all of the closing costs
  • There is no monthly  mortgage insurance premium on Kentucky VA Loans
  • Here are VA Credit Requirements:
    • VA does not have a mandatory minimum credit score requirement
    • VA lets the lender to set the minimum credit score requirement. Most lenders will want a 620 credit score nowadays. 
    • VA does not have a maximum debt to income ratio requirement. If you loan pre-approval shows a refer eligible, the max debt to income ratios are usually limited to 41% for the new house payment and your current bills on the credit report of your gross income. For example, lets say you make $3000 a month, and you have $400 in monthly bills on the credit report. Then your max house payment would be $830.00
    • 2 year waiting period to qualify for a VA mortgage loan after a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, short sale, and recorded dates of foreclosure and/or deed in lieu of foreclosure
    • If you have deferred student loans that are deferred for at least 12 or more months, it will be exempt from from debt to income ratio calculations

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  • Kentucky Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans: “With a 3.5% down payment, Kentucky homebuyers may be able to get an FHA loan with a 580 credit score or higher. If you can manage a 10% down payment, though, that minimum goes as low as 500.”
  • Kentucky Conventional loans: “The most popular loan type typically comes with a 620 minimum credit score.”
  • US. Department of Agriculture (USDA) loans: “In general, lenders require a minimum credit score of 640 for a USDA loan, though some may go as low as 580.”
  • US. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loans: VA loans don’t technically have a minimum credit score, but lenders will typically require between 580 and 620.”

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR KENTUCKY VA MORTGAGE LOANS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR KENTUCKY VA MORTGAGE LOANS





What Does Having Basic Entitlement of $36,000 Mean?
The $36,000 does not represent the maximum loan amount you can obtain through the VA Home Loan Program. The figure merely provides evidence to your lender that you have full VA entitlement.
With this entitlement and underwriter approval, you can obtain a loan in an amount up to $417,000; some high cost counties have even higher limits.
I Now Have My COE, What Do I Do Next?
 Contact any VA approved lender and start the loan process. Do note that the COE does not guarantee you a VA loan; you still must qualify based upon your income and credit.
How Do I Apply For a Loan?
VA does not do any direct lending, and as such VA does not accept loan applications from veterans. You must contact a VA approved lender in order to apply for a VA loan. For more information about VA loans, visit www.benefits.va.gov/homeloans/.
What is the VA Interest Rate?
VA does not establish interest rates or closing costs for VA loans. Rates are negotiable between you and your lender. It is advisable to obtain quotes from at least three different lenders.
What is the Minimum Credit Score Required for a VA loan?
VA has no minimum credit score requirement. However, the lender you choose to do business with may have such a requirement.
What Types of Property Does My COE Cover?
The VA Home Loan program guarantees loans for real property that is to be used by the veteran as a primary residence. The program does not cover vacation homes, vacant land, multiplexes in excess of four units, motorhomes, small business loans, or commercial buildings.
Can I Use My VA Entitlement to Refinance?
Yes. You can refinance any type of loan on your property using your VA entitlement.
Why Does My COE Reflect a Paid-in-Full Loan With No Restoration of Entitlement?
In order for entitlement to be restored, the prior VA loan must be paid in full and the property disposed of. If you no longer own the property, please state as such on your application form 26- 1880 and resubmit. Do note that you can obtain a restoration of entitlement without disposing of the property when the loan is paid in full on a one time basis
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(KHC) has $3 million available in MRB, Special Funding, for active or non-active duty veterans at a 2 percent interest rate, fixed for 30 years.

Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) has $3 million available in MRB, Special Funding, for active or non-active duty veterans at a 2 percent interest rate, fixed for 30 years. This special funding program is available on a first-come, first-served basis.


This program is targeted to:
  • Households whose gross annual income does not exceed $40,000.
  • An existing or new construction property (purchase price limit $130,000).
  • 620 minimum credit score.
  • FHA, VA, or RHS first mortgage options.
  • Households that include active / non-active duty veterans or other persons receiving VA benefits.

    Documentation may include but not limited to:
    • Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
    • DD214 - Discharge from Active Duty
    • VA Award Letter
  • Must meet insuring agency guidelines.
  • Available statewide.
  • Both Regular and Affordable DAP are available.
As of Wednesday, September 20, 2017, KHC still has $184,500 available in Affordable Closing Costs Funds.

Only Homebuyers obtaining a KHC first mortgage are eligible for DAP. All DAPS take a lien
position & require input into LP/DU as subordinate financing. DAP funds can never be used to
pay for repairs. Once you have determined the loan type it’s time to see which of the following
KHC Down payment Assistance Programs (DAP) your borrower is eligible for. Follow the easy
steps below….

1. Check to see the applicant(s) income falls below the Affordable DAP Limits:
If yes then the borrower qualifies for the Affordable DAP up to $4,500. Affordable DAP
is amortized over 10 years at 1%. Borrower must qualify with second mortgage payment.
In addition, if the borrower is financing their first mortgage through a conventional loan,
the borrower qualifies for a $1,500 Affordable Closing Cost Grant. There is no lien or
monthly repayment since it is a grant. If borrower is not under the Affordable DAP
income limits, then proceed to Regular DAP.

2. Check to see if the applicant(s) income falls below the Secondary Market Limits.
If yes the borrower is eligible for Regular DAP up to $6,000. Regular DAP is amortized
over 10 years at 5.50%. Borrower must qualify with second mortgage payment


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