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Austin Cox is Benchmark's Sr. Social Media Specialist, and has oversight over our VA message. He has a collection of vintage metal (music) attire, posters, etc.. He enjoys collecting records, posters, movie memorabilia and watching bad horror movies with his girlfriend.

VA Loan: National Guard VA Loan qualifications 2022 update

Featured photo credit: https://www.nationalguard.com/careers/ground-forces The VA loan is one of the most powerful home buying tools available to those who qualify. A few benefits of the VA home loan are an option for ZERO down payment, no Private Mortgage Insurance, and lenient credit qualifications. There are specific criteria to qualify for the VA home loan, …

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How To Get or Stay In Shape While Staying Home

Exercise can be a great release. Not only does it provide a healthy and positive way to relieve stress, but it also improves physical and mental health. But like many other aspects of our daily lives, the COVID-19 pandemic has reduced our physical activity. There have been shutdowns, re-openings under strict guidelines, and shutting down …

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Top 5 Myths About Home Buying in 2020

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions and commitments many will make. Unfortunately, there are several outdated and false ideas surrounding the home buying process and what exactly is needed to qualify for, and purchase a home in 2020. In this list, we are breaking down five of the most common home …

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Savings could add up with an interest rate reduction refinance loan.

What is an IRRRL VA refinance loan?

An IRRRL, or Interest Rate Reduction Refinancing Loan, is a quick VA refinance option with fewer qualifications and less paperwork than other refinance loan options. It’s meant to be a quick and non-complicated refinance option for qualified VA homeowners, and there is no appraisal requirement. Read more

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