Secure a VA Mortgage in Connecticut

Veterans who live in the state of Connecticut are entitled to a Connecticut VA loan to help finance either a home purchase or a home refinance.  Most veterans are qualified to receive these loans.  If you have served in the US Armed Services for at least 90 consecutive days and have not been dishonorably discharged, you’re ready to pursue a VA loan.

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What is the VA Loan?

All VA loans are backed by the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA).  But the VA doesn’t create the loans.  The loans are funded by conventional lenders.  These lenders are able to offer low rates and solid loan terms to veterans because the VA guarantees all the loans that are processed for veterans.  VA loans are highly advantageous for those who qualify.

VA Loan Benefits in Connecticut

VA loans are beneficial for many reasons.  The nature of these benefits will depend on your financial needs and your personal and financial goals, but the common benefits that apply to all VA loans are listed here.

• No down payment requirement.  You can take out a VA loan without putting any money down.
• No repayment penalties if you want to pay your loan off early.  This allows you to save significant income over the life of your loan.
• Mortgage insurance is not required, due to the fact that the VA guarantees the loan.
• Many different loan types and options are available.  Select the one that best meets your needs.
• Closing costs can be rolled into the loan through a seller concession.

VA Loan Requirements and Eligibility

In order to take advantages of the benefits offered by a VA loan, you must qualify.  There are several basic eligibility requirements.

• You must be an American citizen who has served in a branch of the US Armed Services.
• You length of service must have included a period of at least 90 consecutive days of active duty.
• You must not have been dishonorably discharged at any point during your service.
• You should have a minimum qualifying credit score of 620. 

If you meet these basic requirements, you can contact the VA office to obtain a certificate of eligibility.  Work with a VA loan specialist to determine your financing options and develop the best plan to meet your needs.

VA Refinance

You can use your VA loan eligibility to refinance a current mortgage on your home.  This is best accomplished through a Connecticut VA Streamline refinance, or VA IRRRL.  A streamline refinance is different than other refinance types.  It allows you to skip many of the steps involved in the refinance process, as well as some of the associated fees, in order to complete the refinance much faster.

The VA Cash-Out refinance is another options which allows borrowers to withdraw up to 100% of their home equity as spendable cash. Non-VA borrowers who are eligible may also use the Cash-Out option to refinance into a VA mortgage. 

Any refinance can save you money, but a VA refinance is especially financially beneficial.  You’ll be able to reduce your monthly mortgage payment amount and potentially pay off your mortgage that much sooner.  All of this is contingent upon securing a lower mortgage interest rate than that of your current mortgage, which is not hard to do if you’re willing to perform some research.

Connecticut VA Mortgage Rates

This is the part that can be difficult.  Whether you’re pursuing a refinance or a home purchase, you’ll need to identify and lock in the best VA mortgage rate available to you.  The only way to know which rate is best is to contact as many local lenders as possible and compare mortgage rates between them.  This can be time consuming.

VA Lenders in Connecticut

We’ll help you.  Fill out the form above and we’ll put you in touch with up to four local lenders in your part of Connecticut who will offer different mortgage quotes and provide information on available rates.  These lenders will also be able to help you keep up with the current mortgage market as well as VA loan limits in your area.  This is the most important part of the process.  Compare the options these lenders give you and select the mortgage package that best meets your needs.  You can get additional information on the VA loan program from the Department of Veteran Affairs.

Connecticut Military Information

Connecticut has one active military installation, the New London Naval Submarine Base located in Groton.  This base is of high importance to the US military’s network of facilities on the east coast and is the home of many Connecticut veterans.  If you’re one of them, consider a Connecticut VA loan to fund your home purchase.

VA Loan Lending Limits in Connecticut

Below is the list of the maximum VA loan limits for counties in Connecticut:

County	Loan Limit
FAIRFIELD	$601,450
HARTFORD	$417,000
LITCHFIELD	$417,000
MIDDLESEX	$417,000
NEW HAVEN	$417,000
NEW LONDON	$417,000
TOLLAND	$417,000
WINDHAM	$417,000

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