Utah Realty Presents VA Home Loans by the Numbers
Some Highlights:
- The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans and 2 million active duty service members to help them achieve the dream of homeownership.
- In 2018, $161 billion was loaned to veterans and their families through the program.
- In the same year, the average loan amount was $264,197 and 610,513 loans were guaranteed.
Happy Veterans Day November 11th 2019
Honoring The Brave Men and Women That Defend Our Country!
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