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Sitzer, Moehrl attorneys file new lawsuit targeting mortgage firms

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Three homebuyers, who are also military veterans, allege the mortgage companies’ referral programs led to higher cost loans. Continue reading →

VA ends key foreclosure rescue program in another setback for veterans and their families

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Housing counselor Rachael Hite says that VA loan holders who are having challenges paying their mortgages are losing a mortgage rescue and restructure plan called VASP. Continue reading →

Breaking the stigma and fighting bias around VA home loans

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Dangerous and discriminatory misconceptions about the purpose of home loans from the Veterans Administration may be keeping hard-working and well-prepared military veterans from the American dream of homeownership, veteran and team leader Cheryl Arroyo… Continue reading →

The 2024 ballot measures that stand to impact homeowners

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Across 10 states, ballot measures ask voters to weigh in on changes to property taxes, veterans benefits and more. One even considers whether or not to abolish property taxes altogether. Continue reading →

How to bring veteran clients value by understanding MPRs

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Getting through the VA’s appraisal process can be a deal-breaking nightmare — if you don’t know how it works. Navy veteran and agent Phil Capron, sheds some light on common loan-approval issues you can help veteran clients avoid. Continue reading →

4 things to know about working with military buyers and sellers

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Homebuyers and sellers are often motivated by the market and inventory — signals that buying or selling a home is a smart financial decision at that time. But a segment of buyers and sellers can’t always wait for the right time. They have to buy or sel… Continue reading →

How agents can better serve military service members

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Whether you’re a new agent or a seasoned one, if you don’t often encounter military or veteran clients, you might need a reminder on the unique priorities of this group. Here are a few ways you can make sure you’re meeting the needs and exceeding the e… Continue reading →

Kentucky Vets Find Meaning and Connection in Shakespeare

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(This story was originally published on Next Avenue in November 2017; updated information about this year’s production of Macbeth can be found at the end of the piece.) “Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more.” —Henry V, Act 3, Scene 1 On a… Continue reading →

What’s It Like to Go to War?

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“It was just chaos.” Those are the first four words in the PBS documentary Going to War. The 2018 film features the voices, faces and stories of 20 veterans of all ages who fought in wars from Korea to Afghanistan and reveal to viewers not only the cha… Continue reading →

This agent is using his military experience to help other veterans buy homes

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After three posts in Baghdad, Austin real estate agent, Raoul Rowe is using his life experiences to educate other veterans and help them buy homes. Continue reading →