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According to a recent survey from NewDay USA, "nearly half of all Veterans (49%) believe homeownership is currently out of reach."

But for many, that's simply not the case.

One of the most valuable benefits available to Veterans, active-duty military members, and eligible reservists is the VA home loan program. While most people have heard of it, many don't fully understand how much it can help make buying a home more affordable.

In fact, several common misconceptions about VA loans may be preventing qualified buyers from taking the next step toward homeownership.

Let's take a closer look at some of the benefits many Veterans don't realize they may have access to.

What To Expect During The VA Home Loan Process

Many Veterans are…

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For many first-time buyers, today’s housing market can feel challenging. Between rising home prices, mortgage rates, and everyday expenses, affordability has become one of the biggest obstacles standing in the way of homeownership.

But buyers are adapting.

Instead of waiting indefinitely, many are exploring creative strategies that make owning a home more realistic right now. Here are five of the most popular ways buyers are making the numbers work in today’s market.

1. Co-Buying

Co-buying is becoming an increasingly popular solution for buyers who want to share the financial responsibility of purchasing a home.

This could mean buying with a sibling, friend, unmarried partner, or another trusted person. By combining incomes and splitting…

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Fingers Crossed: Are You Patiently Waiting on What the Feds Will Do Today?

It doesn’t matter your profession—today, everyone is hoping to hear positive news out of the Federal Reserve. The anticipation feels a bit like waiting for the lottery numbers to drop. Later this afternoon, you’ll see plenty of posts about what it means for consumers. I’ll add a quick update to this article as soon as the decision lands. In the meantime, here’s what to know—and how it could hit your monthly payment.

Fun Facts About the Fed

  • The Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates directly. It moves bond markets, which shift mortgage-backed securities and lenders’ rate sheets—why mortgage quotes often change within hours of an announcement.
  • Created in 1913 after…

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