If you or someone you love has served our nation in military service, thank you for your service to our nation. Happy Veterans Day from Benchmark. The story of Veterans Day began on November 11, 1918, when the Allied nations and Germany went into armistice, bringing an end to “the war to end all wars.” …
Category: The Veterans Homefront
Boot’n & Shoot’n: Beyond Mortgages
Benchmark stands by our veteran heroes who put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms. Boot'n & Shoot'n is just another way we give back.
Strategies for A Successful PCS Move
Active duty service members move every 3 years on average. For military families, frequent relocation can create added stress, as you have to find new housing, coordinate the logistics of a move, and establish new roots in an unfamiliar place. At Benchmark, we want to help alleviate some of that stress, and help ensure a …
Benchmark Never Quits: Our Veteran Promise
NO MORE will the veteran be taken advantage of. We have changed the way VA lending is done. We will always do right by the veteran and provide first-class service that ensures our veterans receive the American Dream of homeownership they deserve. Benchmark will never quit on our nation’s veterans.
Benchmark Never Quits Story: Dustin McVey
His family lost their home in a hurricane when the base his family lived on was devastated. Benchmark stepped in to help. “Benchmark really changed my point of view for lenders. They got to know me personally, and really helped us out. …We have a home now. Benchmark never quit on me.” Meet Dustin McVey, …
Benchmark Never Quits Story: A.D. Carter
“After all these years, we finally pulled it off. I personally would go to hell and back for Benchmark without question. Because they pulled me out when I needed to be pulled out, and I am loving it. I am smiling today because of Benchmark.” Meet A.D. Carter, Benchmark Client.
Benchmark Never Quits Story: Art LaFlam
When he heard John F Kennedy say, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country,” he knew he would join the military. His drive to serve took him through three tours in Vietnam. Meet Art LaFlam, Benchmark Client.
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
Benchmark Never Quits: Air Force Hurricane Victim Lands New Home [VIDEO]
[VIDEO] Hurricane Michael devastated much of Florida, and destroyed many homes that were in its path. Benchmark went above and beyond to make sure that Dustin and his family were taken care of.
Can I Still Get A VA Loan With Bad Credit?
Unfortunately, it depends on the situation and reasons, so there is no simple answer for bad credit. A few potential reasons could be that you have experienced a divorce which led to a bankruptcy, mismanaged your finances, experienced job loss, or any other financial hazards. Your credit is calculated from many moving parts. The good …