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My father died and left me his home in his will but he has a va loan, I've been paying the mortgage on time. Can I assume the loan

by mimiep_349_994 from Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Mar 14th 2013 Reply


Brian French (bfrench)
#11 ranked lender in Arkansas - 58 contributions

Joe is correct. You have to receive approval from the current lender.

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Joe Metzler (JoeMetzler)
#17 ranked lender in Minnesota - 4,848 contributions

YES... It is possible to assume a VA loan. Contact the current lender for assistance.

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Ken Burrows (mortgagesforamerica)
#19 ranked lender in Nevada - 572 contributions

Yes most lenders will allow you to assume the loan. If they do not then you may have to refinance it into your name.

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Michael Bardy (LendingPro)
#24 ranked lender in Ohio - 72 contributions

Yes - You may also want to contact the nearest VA regional center and review the assumption of liability. Based on your financial scenario and vesting on the home, you may also consider refinancing the home into your name or leaving the mortgage as is and continue making payments.The Houston center covers Arkansas. Their number is 1-888-232-2571.

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Joe Shamie (Joe Shamie)
#4 ranked lender in New Jersey - 1,412 contributions

It depends on what is contained in the note. You should take a careful look atthe assumption language in the note befrore alerting the VA to your fathers death.

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Jason Robinson (CFIsupport)
#56 ranked lender in Georgia - 106 contributions

Contrary to the other post.....The answer is not flat out "yes"..You can assume 2 ways: if you are a veteran yourself or If you're mom (assuming they were still married) was on the loan with him at his death she could as well. If you're not on the current loan, you'll have to obtain your own new financing after the due-on-sale clause.

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Thank you for your answers, I was worried about it because the insurance is covered in the mortgage payments. I pay on time and haven't had any problems yet (knock on wood) but no one has been able to answer my questions regarding children of the deceased veterans only spouses. My probate lawyer told me not to worry about it but if something was to happen like fire or something then I wouldn't have any recourse. I was told to just get insurance in my name and keep making the payments I just didn't know if this was the best course of action.

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Bartolomeo Castelli (BartCastelli)
#32 ranked lender in Missouri - 1,056 contributions

You can assume the loan from the current lender. Talked to a qualified Loan Officer in your state to assist you.

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Dave Metsker (DaveMetsker)
#35 ranked lender in Oregon - 2,318 contributions

You may assume the loan, or you may take it subject-to the existing loan, just by paying the mortgage on time. I have this for 7 years.

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Michelle Curtis Loan Originator NMLS 401173 (MichelleCurtisLO)
#77 ranked lender in Florida - 2,245 contributions

Yes you can, you need the lender approval.

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Dave Metsker (DaveMetsker)
#35 ranked lender in Oregon - 2,318 contributions

A will does not transfer title to you. You will need to probate his estate. Contact me at 503-620-2239 for help.

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Peter Savino (855411LEND)
#99 ranked lender in New Jersey - 332 contributions

yes you can

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