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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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Amy F
2/14/2020
You have a wonderful organization very easy to work with and just fantastic all the way around!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Aww, thank you so much for saying so, Amy! I'm glad that you had a fantastic experience, and appreciate the kind words more than you know. Happy Valentine's Day!

reginalynnbain
2/11/2020
From start to finish everything was very professional and went very smoothly!! Closed in a very timely manner! Would highly recommend to family and friends or anyone!!!

Jillian J  
Official Response

Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thank you for your review and recommendation, Regina! I'm thrilled your loan process was smooth from start to finish. Congratulations on your new home!

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Mike
2/4/2020
I would strongly recommend using Veterans United's unique capabilities. It was a great experience!

Jillian J  
Official Response

Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Thanks so much for your review and recommendation, Mike! It means so much to us to know you had a great experience!

Roger L
2/3/2020
The team was great to work with and was there to answer any and all questions. I would recommend them to any veteran looking to buy a home.

Jillian J  
Official Response

Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Great communication is the magic ingredient to making the loan process a smooth one! I'm thrilled to know that was your experience with your team. Thanks for the review and recommendation, and CONGRATULATIONS on your new home!

Willis S
1/30/2020
After the process of purchasing a number of homes over my lifetime, this has been the best experience of all.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
I'm so glad that to know that this was your best home purchasing experience yet, Willis! Thank you so much for your feedback, and congratulations on your new home!

C
Christopher
1/23/2020
Great group to work with. Very attentive to my needs even if it might fall on the weekend

Claire.smith@veteransunited.com  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
That's awesome Christopher and exactly the experience you deserved! CONGRATS! Claire S., Client Advocate

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Alfonzo M
1/18/2020
The fastest most considerate team of professional I have come across.

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
That's wonderful to hear! Thanks so much for saying so, Alfonzo.

J
Josiah
1/17/2020
I was shocked at how smooth and easy this was. Did 90% of stuff from my phone and took photos. This was so stress free I can’t even describe it. Best mortgage company without a doubt.

Jillian J  
Official Response

Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
I'm so glad to hear you had a smooth and easy, stress-free process! Thanks so much for the great feedback.

Jeffrey M
12/31/2019
Being a disabled Veteran, Veterans United VA Loans have made me feel as though I'm worth something again. To own a home again and then two years later refinancing my home at a lower interest rate, I can look in the mirror and be proud at what is looking back at me. Thank You Veterans United!!!

Jillian J  
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Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
I can't even tell you what it means to us to read your review, Jeffrey. I'm so happy to hear you are a homeowner AND got a lower rate with your refinance. You SHOULD be proud; homeownership is a huge deal!

nesara311
12/26/2019
I just want to say That Many Vets have posted, other issues.Veterans United really watch your back.Always keep you updated.Protect you from making bad decisions. I recant my Prior review.Veterans United is the best way to get your home sweet home.

Jillian J  
Official Response

Client Advocate of Veterans United VA Loans
Hi Keith! I'm so glad to hear that your team is in your corner, making sure they have your 6! Thanks for the update, and if there's anything you need, we are here for you.