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VA Home Loan (Purchase)

VA Home Loan (Purchase) is a first mortgage (va-guaranteed) from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Available statewide in California. Income limit: None (residual income/DTI tests).

Amount varies by program
Listed as open as of May 26, 2026

Available statewide in California.

Income limitNone (residual income/DTI tests)
Minimum credit score580
OccupationsEligible veterans, active duty, Guard/Reserve
Sales price capNo statutory limit; 2025 baseline conforming $832,750
Amount notes0% down, 100% financing
NotesRequires Certificate of Eligibility. Reusable benefit.
Phone800-827-1000
Source U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs·official program page·Listed
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Provider: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · program details at the provider’s site.

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