VA loan

Better Launches Fully Digital VA Loans Powered by Tinman to Improve the Homebuying Experience for US Veterans

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 15, 2024

Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ: BETR), a leading digital homeownership company, today launches Better Mortgage VA Loans, a fully digital VA loan program available to eligible US Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and in some cases Veterans spouses are able to qualify in all 50 states.

Key Points: 
  • Better Home & Finance Holding Company (NASDAQ: BETR), a leading digital homeownership company, today launches Better Mortgage VA Loans, a fully digital VA loan program available to eligible US Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and in some cases Veterans spouses are able to qualify in all 50 states.
  • With Better Mortgage, Veterans can leverage a fully digital platform to achieve their homeownership dreams faster and easier than the traditional mortgage process.
  • “Better has brought the traditional mortgage into the digital era, launching our 1 Day Mortgage Product and funding over $100 billion of fully digital mortgages.
  • The launch of their fully digital VA Loan is the latest example of Better’s continued commitment to investing in technology and automation.

Fairway Mortgage Ranked #1 in the U.S. for Borrower Satisfaction Among Mortgage Origination Companies by J.D. Power

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 16, 2023

MADISON, Wis., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, America's #2 retail mortgage lender overall, was today named #1 for customer satisfaction among mortgage origination companies in the J.D.

Key Points: 
  • MADISON, Wis., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, America's #2 retail mortgage lender overall, was today named #1 for customer satisfaction among mortgage origination companies in the J.D.
  • Fairway Mortgage Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction Among Mortgage Origination Companies Based on J.D.
  • Power Survey
    "At Fairway we continually talk about the primary need for speed, and the importance of smooth and timely closings.
  • Integral to Fairway being named the Highest Ranked Mortgage Originator for Customer Satisfaction is Fairway's track record in delivering dependable closings.

TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION MAKES HOMEOWNERSHIP MORE AFFORDABLE FOR ACTIVE-DUTY SERVICEMEMBERS AND VETERANS

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 20, 2023

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teachers Federal Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in the United States with $9.7 billion assets and more than 460,000 members, is proud to now offer VA Loans to help active-duty military, veterans, and surviving spouses maximize their benefits, minimize costs, and find the home they deserve.*

Key Points: 
  • *
    "It is our honor to serve those who serve our country," said Brad Calhoun, President and CEO of Teachers.
  • "It is our honor to serve those who serve our country," said Brad Calhoun, President and CEO of Teachers Federal Credit Union.
  • "With competitive rates and no limit on the loan amount, our hope is to put more servicemembers and veterans across the country into their dream homes."
  • Benefits of a Teachers VA Home Loan include:

CrossCountry Mortgage Helps Renters Become Homeowners through Unique Financing Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 11, 2023

CLEVELAND, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As inflation continues to strain wallets and the cost of rent increases, CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is offering unique financing solutions to make owning a home possible for everyone.

Key Points: 
  • CLEVELAND, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As inflation continues to strain wallets and the cost of rent increases, CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is offering unique financing solutions to make owning a home possible for everyone.
  • Several programs provide benefits to renters and allow homeownership to set a foundation for a brighter future.
  • "CCM has financing solutions available that offer down payment support, reduce interest rates, and consider factors beyond credit.
  • USDA Loans allow rural homeowners to get up to 100% financing — and several other benefits on a new home.

Navy Federal Credit Union Honors Servicemembers and Their Families for Military Appreciation Month

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Navy Federal Credit Union is launching special offers and celebratory activities throughout the month of May to honor servicemembers and their families for Military Appreciation Month.

Key Points: 
  • Navy Federal Credit Union is launching special offers and celebratory activities throughout the month of May to honor servicemembers and their families for Military Appreciation Month.
  • “Creating opportunities to make a positive impact on the lives of military members and their families has been at the heart of what we do for 90 years now,” said Carrie Foran Sepulveda, vice president of membership at Navy Federal Credit Union.
  • Navy Federal Credit Union: Established in 1933 with only seven members, Navy Federal now has the distinct honor of serving over 12 million members globally and is the world’s largest credit union.
  • 2 Navy Federal Credit Union reserves the right to change or discontinue promotions or rates at any time without notice.

CMG Home Loans Opens Scottsdale, AZ, Branch with Branch Manager Matt Kron

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 17, 2022

This will be CMG Home Loans' seventh installment in Arizona, headed by Area Sales Manager and Branch Manager, Matt Kron (NMLS# 1589307).

Key Points: 
  • This will be CMG Home Loans' seventh installment in Arizona, headed by Area Sales Manager and Branch Manager, Matt Kron (NMLS# 1589307).
  • Joining Kron will be Sales Manager Rebecca St. Thomas (NMLS# 215202), a seasoned industry veteran, Senior Loan Officer Jessica Kron (NMLS# 1589238), and their respective mortgage teams.
  • Matt Kron joined the mortgage industry 10 years ago as a Marketing Intern with AmeriFirst Financial.
  • Eventually, Kron became Branch Manager of AmeriFirst's Scottsdale branch, which he has diligently grown over the past five years.

Serving Military & Veterans: MilitaryMoney.com Answers the Call

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 8, 2022

"We know that a soldier's focus needs to be on the mission and not on how to make this month's rent payment.

Key Points: 
  • "We know that a soldier's focus needs to be on the mission and not on how to make this month's rent payment.
  • If we can make it easier to thrive during and after service, MilitaryMoney.com will have fulfilled its mission."
  • Help with Credit Card Debt: Just like civilians, our military struggles with credit card debt.
  • Discounts: We're kicking off our discounts guide for military and veterans with a can't miss featured article: 100 Best Veterans Day discounts.

Armed Forces Bank Launches "Militarily Speaking" Podcast Series Dedicated to Helping the Military Community Navigate Finances and Military Life

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 7, 2022

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Armed Forces Bank (AFB), a full-service military bank committed to serving those who serve since 1907, today announced the launch of its biweekly "Militarily Speaking" podcast series, which is dedicated to helping the military community navigate finances, as well as military life overall.

Key Points: 
  • FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Armed Forces Bank (AFB), a full-service military bank committed to serving those who serve since 1907, today announced the launch of its biweekly " Militarily Speaking " podcast series, which is dedicated to helping the military community navigate finances, as well as military life overall.
  • At the end of each episode, the podcast concludes with its "Military Minute," a guessing-game segment featuring military history, military facts and pop culture.
  • "We're excited to share amazing stories and provide a force for opportunity, security and success for our military community," said Paul Holewinski, CEO of Armed Forces Bank.
  • AFB's sister bank, Academy Bank , is a full-service community bank with over 70 branch locations in Arizona, Colorado, Kansas and Missouri.

CMG Financial Welcomes Ricardo Torres, Area Sales Manager

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 19, 2022

MCALLEN, Texas, May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CMG Financial, a well-capitalized, privately held mortgage-banking firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA, announced the new hire of Area Sales Manager, Ricardo Torres NMLS #255493.

Key Points: 
  • MCALLEN, Texas, May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CMG Financial, a well-capitalized, privately held mortgage-banking firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA, announced the new hire of Area Sales Manager, Ricardo Torres NMLS #255493.
  • Ricardo, a well-established originator in southern Texas, will be driving the CMG market in that area.
  • With 25 years of experience in mortgage lending, Ricardo brings a respected knowledge into his position at CMG.
  • He then served at Gold Financial Services for a time before joining Willow Bend Mortgage Company as a Branch Manager in the Edinburg area.

Navy Federal Releases Spotlight on VA Loans Report, Unveiling Misconceptions and Myths About VA Loans

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Navy Federal Credit Union today released its first-ever Spotlight on VA Loans report a comprehensive look at servicemembers understanding of, and opinions about, VA home loans and how they use them.

Key Points: 
  • Navy Federal Credit Union today released its first-ever Spotlight on VA Loans report a comprehensive look at servicemembers understanding of, and opinions about, VA home loans and how they use them.
  • Key findings from the Spotlight on VA Loans report include:
    The Best Part of VA Loans?
  • Myths About Paperwork and Delays: Navy Federal data has consistently shown similar processing and closing times for VA and conventional loans.
  • As part of the Spotlight on VA Loans report, Navy Federal is also donating $10,000 to Operation Homefront.