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Veterans United | VA Loans Review


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Founded in 2002, Veterans United is a full-service lender that specializes in VA loans for qualifying veterans, military members and their spouses.

Based in Columbia, Missouri, the organization carries an unparalleled reputation for customer satisfaction – Veterans United has a 97% customer recommendation rating.

Like all VA loans, mortgages offered through Veterans United are insured by the US Department of Veteran’s Affairs. Because of this, the company is able to offer loans with significantly more favorable conditions to service members and veterans than usually available to the civilian population.

These conditions include more flexible qualification guidelines, lower rates, lower monthly payments, no down payments, and no private mortgage insurance.

Veterans United has closed over 700,000 home loans for military service members and their families, but what really sets the company apart is their involvement in the military community.

The company is advised by a board of former senior military personnel representing every service branch whose mission is to educate veterans as to the benefits of VA loan programs and home ownership in general.

Also, Veterans United offers a totally free and no-obligation credit-building program, where veterans and military families have access to trained and dedicated consultants who offer advice and strategies for improving credit. 

What’s more, Veterans United has unmatched VA loan expertise and is the country’s No. 1 lender for VA purchase loans.

Services and Features

For borrowers seeking VA loans, Veterans United offers VA Purchase Loans, VA Cash-Out Refinance Loans, and VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans – often called a Streamline Refinance.

To get the ball rolling, veterans and service members can avail themselves of a host of online calculators and educational tools to assess their own financial situation, learn the VA loan process, and get help with finding the right home given all this information. 

Eligibility

To determine eligibility, prospective borrowers may have to initially provide the following information:

  • Buy or Refinance

  • Military service history

  • State

  • Value of home desired

  • Planned Date of Purchase

  • Credit Score

  • Zip Code

  • Email address

  • Current Address

  • Phone Number

Types of Loans Offered by Veterans United

Types of Home

Multi-Family

Single-Family

Townhouse

Condominium

Mortgage Options Offered (Veterans United is a full-service lender who also offers conventional, FHA and USDA loans.)

VA Loans

Fixed Rate Mortgage

Adjustable Rate Mortgage

VA Cash Out Refinance

IRRRL

Mortgage Related Fees

Origination Fee

Closing Fee

No

Private Mortgage Insurance

No

** Veterans United's fee structure can vary depending on a host of factors, including the type of loan, the borrower’s credit score and more.

Qualification

Because VA loans are insured by the federal government, credit score typically isn’t as much of a limiting factor as it is with conventional loans, however, it still will play a part.

If your credit is less than stellar it would be a good idea to avail yourself of Veterans United’s credit building service. As an active or former service member, the company connects you with credit and VA loan experts free of charge to help get you on track to securing a home.

All prospective borrowers under the VA loan program must obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the Veterans Administration. Veterans United may be able to get this document for you.

In order to get a COE, generally speaking, you must:

  • Have 90 consecutive days of active service during wartime, or

  • Have 181 days of service during peacetime, or

  • Six years in the Reserves or National Guard, or

  • Be the spouse of a service member who has died in the line of duty or as a result of an injury sustained in the line of duty

VA Loans with Veterans United

Veterans United is not just a financial organization providing VA loans to service members, they are a full service resource of advice and help for active and former military personnel.

The company offers a trove of online guidance and education. So it’s not just a matter of do you qualify or not. Veterans United will work with you from the very beginning of the process and guide you along the path of finding the right home, getting your credit in shape, and selecting the best possible VA loan for your situation. A top choice for all the different types of VA loans.


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947 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Roger A
8/20/2020
Would recommend to all veterans. Wesley explained each step of the process, which was easy and quick. They were also readily available to answer any questions.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Yes!!!! I love reading reviews like yours, Roger! It really makes my day to know you had such a great experience working with Wesley and the team. Thank you for your review and recommendation.

Kevin O
8/20/2020
I would recommend to all veterans, very simple to use, online dashboard makes paperwork a breeze and explains exactly why the paperwork is needed.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank you for your review and recommendation! I'm glad to know the online platform was easy to use and provided you with a great explanation of the paperwork required!

Kevin F
8/19/2020
Highly recommend. Aaron and his team made my home buying experience much easier and gave me peace of mind with his thoroughness. Communication skills were also on point.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thanks so much for the kind words, Kevin! I'm so happy to hear you had an easy, stress-free loan process with Aaron and the team. Congratulations on your new home!

Vincent F
8/6/2020
My wife and I have waited 12 years for a home of our own. Finally, with Veterans United it all finally happened. Everyone at Veterans United that we dealt with were exceptional. We are sooooo grateful for these people. Keep up the great work guys!!!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Well, I'd say you waited long enough for that home! I am over the moon that you and your wife can call yourselves "homeowners!" Thank you for the review and CONGRATULATIONS!

Tony F
8/5/2020
VU makes what could be a bewildering process into an easily understandable and extremely satisfactory experience. Loan officer and website led me through every step in the process. Financially, the loan obtained was more beneficial to me relative to other lenders.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
I'm thrilled to know your team helped make sense of the process AND that you got a great deal!!! Congratulations on your new home, and thank you so, so, much for the review, Tony.

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Tammy
8/1/2020
Amazing and painless!! Would definitely go through Veterans United again! Hassle free from beginning to end!!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
YAY! These are reviews I love to see!!! Thank you for the great feedback, Tammy, and we look forward to the possibility of working with you again someday.

Eva L
7/21/2020
Before going with a smaller lender it’s worth checking VU out. They were quick and competitive.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank you so much, Eva! :)

thedancingdolphin
7/9/2020
Veterans United has financed both the purchase and refinance of our most recent home. There is no comparison to other lenders. The courtesy and professionalism displayed by this company is exceptional. We highly recommend!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank you so much for your recommendation and awesome review! :)

Keith R
7/8/2020
It is a great experience for Veterans!!!! All Veterans should use this company!!!!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank you for saying so, Keith!

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Shannon
7/2/2020
I have heard horror stories from other people of their first home buying experience. Clearly, none of them have used Veterans United. I felt genuinely cared for and have nothing negative to say about my experience. Thank you everyone.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank YOU, Shannon! This review is awesome; I'm so glad to know you felt confident that your loan process was in good hands. Congratulations on your first home purchase!