What Is a VA Loan?

Updated 24 days ago (March 6, 2026)

A VA loan is backed by a federal government agency, the United States Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), and is issued by private lenders such as commercial banks.

The VA loan is available to service members, veterans, their spouses, and other eligible beneficiaries. VA loans do not require a down payment or mortgage insurance.

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