364 - VA Home Loan with Executive Director, Mr. John Bell III

If you are a Veteran looking to buy, build, remodel, or refinance a house, listen to this episode with Department of Veterans Affairs Executive Director John Bell III to learn about VA home loans and how the application and approval process has improved over time. Press play and discover how to take advantage of the VA housing assistance programs!   Key takeaways to listen for VA Home Loan: How it works, how long it takes, and its advantages New policies to help Veterans buy properties easier How can you avoid paying funding fees Advice for real estate agents with Veteran clients Who can qualify for VA home loans?   Resources mentioned in this episode Do you have more questions about VA-guaranteed home loans? Get answers with one click and visit https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/ to learn more about housing assistance programs and other loans available for eligible Veterans.   About Mr. John Bell III Mr. John E. Bell III, Executive Director, Loan Guaranty Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, is responsible for delivering VA home loan benefits to his fellow Veterans. He oversees over 900 Loan Guaranty personnel nationwide. Following a successful career in the mortgage industry, John began his VA career in 2010. Under his leadership, home loan volume has increased 600%, with a record-breaking 1.44 million Veterans closing on VA-guaranteed loans in the Fiscal Year 2021. VA's share of the mortgage market has grown, with no increase in staffing until this year. John's industry experience has influenced Loan Guaranty's transformation to better align with the fast-paced mortgage industry. He is dedicated to Loan Guaranty's mission to provide the highest level of service to each Veteran who is purchasing, refinancing, adapting, or retaining a home. John looks forward to continuing his work to best serve his fellow Veterans by ensuring that a VA-guaranteed home loan is always the product of choice.   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown. Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops   Sponsor Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand TrainingHow to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to get ahead of the curve and learn how to manage changing markets, the action steps for what to do, and most importantly, what to say so that you can secure listings, assist more buyers, and grow your business no matter what the market is doing. Link: http://dominatethisrecession.com