Why Strong VA Buyers Keep Winning

There's a myth in real estate that refuses to go away.

The belief that VA buyers can't compete.

I hear it from buyers.

I hear it from agents.

And occasionally I even hear it from listing agents.

The funny thing is that the people saying it are often ignoring what's actually happening in the market.

VA buyers win every day.

I've seen it personally.

The strongest VA transactions usually have three things in common.

Preparation.

Communication.

Execution.

Notice what's not on that list.

The loan itself.

Most sellers aren't mortgage experts.

What they really want is confidence that the transaction will close.

They want certainty.

They want a lender who answers the phone.

They want a buyer who has already done their homework.

When those things are present, financing type often becomes far less important than people think.

The other thing people forget is just how powerful the VA loan benefit really is.

No monthly mortgage insurance.

Flexible qualifying guidelines.

Competitive financing options.

It's one of the best mortgage programs available.

Veterans earned that benefit.

They should use it.

And they definitely shouldn't let outdated assumptions keep them from pursuing homeownership.

The next time someone says a VA offer can't compete, remember:

Strong buyers win.

Strong preparation wins.

Strong execution wins.

The loan is only part of the story.

— Michael Belfor

American Pacific Mortgage