Serving Central TexasFort Cavazos: one of the largest U.S. Army posts
Texas Vet & VA Loans in Central Texas
Discounted fixed rates for Texas veterans through the Veterans Land Board. Extra rate reductions for veterans with a 30%+ disability rating. See what you qualify for in 60 seconds.
$0 Down PaymentVA and Texas Vet loans require no down payment for eligible veterans.
Discounted RatesTexas Vet (VLB) rates are set weekly and often beat standard VA rates.
Disabled-Veteran Discount30%+ service-connected disability unlocks an additional rate reduction and a waived funding fee.
Up to $832,750Buy a primary residence on a fixed 15/20/25/30-year term.
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Fort Cavazos makes Central Texas one of the highest-volume VA markets in the nation, while Waco and Tyler offer small-city prices within reach of the I-35 corridor.
Cities we serve in Central Texas
Full entitlement means no loan limit
If you have full VA entitlement, there's no VA-imposed cap on a $0-down purchase — you're limited only by what you can afford. Partial entitlement (from another active VA loan) caps zero-down buying power at the county limit, $832,750 in most of Texas for 2026.
Using your benefit on a brand-new home
Buying a completed new build from a builder works seamlessly with the Texas Vet and VA programs — same $0-down, no-PMI structure, plus a one-year builder warranty on most new homes. Building custom takes a VA construction loan or interim financing, and a VLB land loan can hold your homesite while plans come together.
Your VA loan is assumable — a hidden selling point
When you sell, a qualified buyer can assume your VA loan and keep its rate, with servicer approval — a serious advantage in a higher-rate market. One caution: unless the buyer is an eligible veteran who substitutes entitlement, yours stays tied to the loan until it's paid off.
Understanding the VA funding fee
The VA funding fee (about 1.5%–3.3% of the loan) replaces monthly mortgage insurance and helps keep the program running. It can be rolled into your loan, and if you receive VA disability compensation you're exempt entirely — one of the biggest reasons disabled veterans save so much.
Yes, if the home was built to HUD code (June 15, 1976 or later), sits on a permanent foundation, and is titled as real property — in Texas that means a Statement of Ownership filed with the TDHCA.
Can I have more than one VLB loan at once?
Yes — it's possible to have one active loan in each VLB program (home, land, and home improvement) at the same time, if you qualify for each.
What are the VA funding fee tiers?
For purchases: 2.15% on first use with less than 5% down, 1.5% with 5-9.99% down, 1.25% with 10%+ down, and 3.3% for subsequent use with less than 5% down. The IRRRL streamline refinance is just 0.5%. Veterans receiving VA disability compensation are exempt.
How long does a VA loan take to close?
Most VA loans close in about 30–45 days — comparable to conventional loans. Getting your COE early and responding quickly to document requests keeps it on schedule.
Can I buy a barndominium with a VA loan in Texas?
Often yes — the home must meet VA property requirements and the appraiser needs comparable sales, which rural Texas has more of than most places. It's a lender-by-lender call worth confirming early.
What is a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE)?
The COE verifies you meet the VA's service requirements and shows whether you have full or partial entitlement. We can help you pull it quickly — having it ready up front speeds up your approval.
How is BAH counted toward qualifying?
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) can often be counted as effective income toward qualifying, which can meaningfully increase the home price you're approved for.
How much is the VA funding fee?
The VA funding fee generally ranges from about 1.5% to 3.3% of the loan amount and can be financed into the loan. Veterans receiving VA disability compensation, Purple Heart recipients, and eligible surviving spouses are exempt.
Killeen–Waco buyers — check your eligibility
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