VA Mortgage Program

VA renovation loan program allowing borrowers to finance home improvements, now featuring updated DTI guidelines that align with standard AUS findings for Approved/Eligible recommendations.

Underwriting at a glance

Minimum FICO
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Max LTV (purchase / rate-term)
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Max LTV (cash-out)
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Loan amount
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Documentation
full-doc
States
most states

Highlights

  • Approved/Eligible AUS recommendations follow standard DU/LPA findings
  • 65% DTI cap applies to Refer/Eligible and manual underwrites
  • DTIs over 41% must meet VA residual income requirements

Want to see if you qualify?

Tell us about your scenario - we'll come back with current pricing and exact guidelines.

Program guidelines and rates can change at any time without notice. Last confirmed 5/20/2026. Not a commitment to lend.

Today's mortgage rates

Conventional

5.875%

5.906% APR

FHA

5.375%

5.405% APR

VA

5.375%

5.402% APR

Conv: 80% LTV, 780 FICO. FHA: 96.5% LTV, 680 FICO. VA: 100% LTV, 680 FICO. 30-yr fixed. Your rate may vary.

Today's mortgage rates

Conventional

5.875%

5.906% APR

FHA

5.375%

5.405% APR

VA

5.375%

5.402% APR

Conv: 80% LTV, 780 FICO. FHA: 96.5% LTV, 680 FICO. VA: 100% LTV, 680 FICO. 30-yr fixed. Your rate may vary.