Home Loans

VA Loans

You served. You earned this benefit. A VA loan lets you buy a home with no down payment, no PMI, and some of the most competitive rates available anywhere. We help veterans, active-duty service members, and surviving spouses use what they earned.

0%

Down Payment Required

No PMI

Ever

Reusable

Use It Again

What Is a VA Loan?

A VA loan is a mortgage backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It was created to help those who served buy homes without the financial barriers that stop most buyers — like saving up a 20% down payment or paying for private mortgage insurance every month.

The VA does not issue the loan directly. Instead, they guarantee a portion of it, which allows lenders like Valor Home Loans to offer better terms than you would typically find on a conventional mortgage. That guarantee is the reason you can buy a home with nothing down and no PMI.

Earned through service

The VA loan benefit exists because of your service. It was designed specifically to remove the financial barriers that keep most buyers on the sidelines, starting with the down payment.

How it works

The VA guarantees a portion of your loan, which allows lenders to offer nothing down, no PMI, and better rates than you would find on a conventional mortgage.

Ready to Get Started?

Let's Talk About Your VA Loan

No pressure, no runaround. Just a straight conversation about what you qualify for and what your next step looks like.

Todd Crane

(719) 482-5359

NMLS #35108

Apply with Todd

Aaron Keyes

(404) 455-5710

NMLS #2115518

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Key Benefits

No Down Payment

Buy with 0% down. Keep your savings where they belong and stop renting sooner.

No PMI. Ever.

No private mortgage insurance -- period. That saves most buyers $100 to $300 every single month.

Competitive Rates

VA loans typically carry lower interest rates than comparable conventional loans. The guarantee works in your favor.

Reusable Benefit

Your VA entitlement does not expire and can be used more than once. Buy, sell, and use it again.

Who Qualifies?

VA loans are available to veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and surviving spouses of service members who died in the line of duty or from a service-connected disability.

General service requirements include:

  • 90 consecutive days of active service during wartime
  • 181 days of active service during peacetime
  • 6 years of service in the National Guard or Reserves
  • Discharge under conditions other than dishonorable

Not sure if you qualify? We will figure it out with you — no guesswork, no runaround.

Good to Know

Surviving spouses of veterans who died in service or from a service-connected disability may also be eligible for VA loan benefits.

Your eligibility does not expire. Even if you served decades ago, your benefit is still there waiting for you.

Colorado Springs is military country.

Between Fort Carson, Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever, and the Air Force Academy, we have helped hundreds of Colorado Springs veterans and military families navigate VA financing. We know the process, the paperwork, and what it takes to close on time.

How the Process Works

01

Get Your Certificate of Eligibility

We can pull your COE directly in most cases. You usually do not need to track it down yourself.

02

Get Pre-Approved

We review your income, credit, and entitlement and give you a real pre-approval -- not a ballpark guess.

03

Find Your Home

Shop with confidence. Your pre-approval letter carries real weight with sellers in a competitive market.

04

VA Appraisal and Underwriting

The VA requires its own appraisal to confirm the home meets minimum property requirements. We guide you through every step.

05

Close and Move In

We keep the timeline tight and the communication clear so there are no surprises at the closing table.

Typical Timeline

30-45

Days to Close

Similar to a conventional loan. The VA appraisal can add a little time, but with an experienced team on your side we keep things moving.

Why It Matters

We Handle the Heavy Lifting

VA loans have more moving parts than conventional financing. Between the COE, the VA appraisal, and the funding fee, there is a lot to manage. Todd and Aaron have done this hundreds of times and know exactly where things can slow down and how to keep them on track.

Common Questions

Yes. Your VA entitlement is reusable. Once you sell your home and pay off the VA loan, your full entitlement is restored. In some cases, you can even have two VA loans at the same time if you have remaining entitlement.

For eligible veterans with full entitlement, there is no VA loan limit. The VA removed county loan limits in 2020. You can borrow as much as a lender is willing to approve based on your income and credit profile.

The VA funding fee is a one-time fee that helps sustain the program for future veterans. It ranges from 1.25% to 3.3% of the loan amount depending on your situation and can be rolled into the loan. Veterans with a service-connected disability rating are typically exempt from this fee.

Yes, up to a four-unit property, as long as you occupy one of the units as your primary residence. It is one of the best ways to start building rental income with zero down.

Typically 30 to 45 days, similar to a conventional loan. The VA appraisal can add a little time, but with an experienced team managing the process, we keep things moving on schedule.

Still Have Questions?

Just Ask. We Pick Up the Phone.

No automated phone trees, no waiting on hold. You get Todd or Aaron directly.

Call Todd: (719) 482-5359 Call Aaron: (404) 455-5710

Your VA Benefit Is Waiting. Let's Use It.

Todd and Aaron know VA loans inside and out. Get a straight answer about what you qualify for. No obligation, no sales pitch.