VA Loans
VA loans for eligible veterans and service members.
Blueprint Home Loans can now originate VA loans. This guide explains how the benefit works, who may be eligible, and what to weigh before you decide.
The VA home loan is a benefit for eligible veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and certain surviving spouses. Blueprint Home Loans now offers VA financing, subject to eligibility and lender guidelines.
We'll walk you through how the benefit works, compare it against conventional and FHA options, and help you decide which path fits your plans.
Quick facts
- Availability at Blueprint
- Available now
- Typical down payment
- 0% for many buyers
- Monthly MI
- None
Key advantages
- No down payment for many eligible borrowers
- No monthly mortgage insurance
- Credit guidelines that can be more flexible than some other programs
- Limited closing costs
What to keep in mind
- VA eligibility (a Certificate of Eligibility) is required
- A VA funding fee may apply unless you're exempt
- The property must be your primary residence
Frequently asked questions
Finished “VA Loans”? Here's what's next
- VA loans explainedWhy: Goes deeper on entitlement and the certificate of eligibility.
- Closing costs explainedWhy: VA restricts some fees; knowing which protects your cash to close.
- Construction loans: from blueprint to front door.Why: Closely related reading: “Construction loans: from blueprint to front door.”
- Conventional loans: the flexible standard.Why: Closely related reading: “Conventional loans: the flexible standard.”
Last reviewed January 2026. Educational information only, not a commitment to lend, a rate quote, or a guarantee of approval. Blueprint Home Loans LLC is licensed in Florida; loan program rules are federal and apply nationally.
Wondering if a VA loan is your best fit?
We'll review your eligibility and compare VA against your other options so you can decide with clarity.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a commitment to lend or a guarantee of approval. Program guidelines, rates, and eligibility vary by lender, location, and individual circumstances and are subject to change. Please consult a licensed mortgage professional for guidance specific to your situation.