VA mortgage loans provide Arizona’s service members, Veterans, and eligible surviving spouses with powerful home financing benefits. These government-backed loans—supported by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—offer flexible guidelines, competitive rates, and affordable terms.
Team CD of Fairway Home Mortgage is proud to serve Arizona’s military community and support your path to homeownership throughout Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Glendale, Flagstaff, and beyond.
A VA mortgage loan is a home loan guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Because this guarantee reduces risk to lenders, Arizona Veterans and active-duty service members can purchase or refinance a home with no down payment required* in most cases.
This benefit honors your service and makes homeownership more accessible—especially in competitive markets across Arizona. VA loans also include flexible credit requirements, no PMI, and some of the most favorable terms available.
*A down payment may be required if full VA entitlement is not available or if the loan exceeds Arizona county loan limits. All VA loans are subject to VA entitlement, eligibility, qualifying factors (including credit and income), and property guidelines.
VA home loans offer incredible advantages for Arizona borrowers, including:
No private mortgage insurance (PMI) required
No down payment with full VA entitlement*
100% financing available
No prepayment penalties
Fixed-rate and adjustable-rate options
VA funding fee can be financed into the loan
Eligible for single-family homes, townhomes, and VA-approved condos across AZ
No. VA loans never require PMI, regardless of down payment amount.
Borrowers instead pay a VA funding fee, which can be paid upfront or rolled into the loan amount.
Some Arizona buyers—particularly those with service-connected disabilities—may be exempt from the funding fee.
Some costs—like the VA funding fee—can be rolled into the total loan amount.
Most other closing costs must be paid upfront, but Our Team can help negotiate seller concessions to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Your COE verifies your VA loan entitlement.
It reflects:
✅ Length and type of service
✅ Duty status
✅ Character of service
Team CD of Fairway can obtain your COE for you as part of your application, so you don’t have to track it down yourself.
Your COE will also show whether you have:
✅ Full entitlement (allows zero down)
✅ Partial entitlement (may require a down payment)
Yes—many Arizona buyers use VA loans multiple times.
If you still have an outstanding VA loan, you may have partial or no remaining entitlement. Paying off your previous VA loan or selling your property can fully restore entitlement.
Yes, if the land includes a home or will include a home with VA-approved construction.
The surrounding properties must also be residential in nature.
Example:
⚫️ A home on 5–10 acres in places like Prescott Valley or Queen Creek may qualify
⚫️ A purely agricultural or income-producing property generally will not
VA construction loans are possible but not widely offered.
They require:
✅ A VA-approved Arizona builder
✅ VA-approved construction plans
✅ Additional documentation and underwriting
Call us today so we can walk you through the available options.
Fairway requires a minimum credit score of 580 to qualify for a VA loan.
Borrowers with scores from 580–599 may need additional documentation or underwriting review.
Call us to discuss your options.
A strong option for Arizona service members who may relocate or receive PCS orders.
Lower introductory rate
Rate adjusts after the fixed period
Monthly payment may change based on market conditions
Best for long-term Arizona homeowners.
Predictable monthly payment
Choose a 30-year or 15-year term
Build equity faster with shorter terms
Tap into your Arizona home’s equity to cover:
Home renovations (popular in older Phoenix/Tucson neighborhoods)
Education expenses
Debt consolidation
Major life expenses
You may also refinance a non-VA loan into a VA loan.
A streamlined refinance option for existing VA borrowers.
Lower your interest rate
Reduce monthly payments
Minimal documentation
Convert an ARM to a fixed-rate
Cannot receive cash out
Every borrower’s situation is unique. Our team will walk you through the advantages of each loan option and tailor a strategy that fits your goals.
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Phoenix, Arizona 85028

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