Serving El Paso & the Borderland870k+ residents · Fort Bliss: 34,000+ soldiers
Texas Vet & VA Loans in El Paso & the Borderland
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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Anchored by Fort Bliss — one of the Army's largest posts — El Paso combines a massive military community with some of the most affordable big-city housing in Texas.
Cities we serve in El Paso & the Borderland
Buying above the conforming limit
With full entitlement, the VA imposes no loan limit on a $0-down purchase — qualification, not a cap, sets your ceiling. The VLB program tops out at $832,750, so veterans shopping above that figure typically lean on the federal VA side, where higher amounts remain possible with no down payment.
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.
Build new with a one-time close
VA one-time-close construction loans fund land, construction, and the permanent mortgage in a single closing — often $0 down with full entitlement. You'll need a licensed builder (you can't be your own GC) and a fixed-price contract. If no construction lender fits, build with interim financing and refinance into a VA loan at completion.
Already have a VA loan? The IRRRL is your fast lane
The VA's Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) lets you drop your rate with usually no appraisal, limited paperwork, and a reduced 0.5% funding fee. You'll need 210 days and six payments on your current loan, and your costs must recoup through savings within 36 months — a built-in protection that keeps the refinance honest.
Yes — you can buy up to a four-unit property with a VA loan as long as you occupy one of the units as your primary residence.
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.
Is there a minimum credit score for a VA loan?
The VA itself doesn't set a hard minimum, though many lenders look for around 620. Strong residual income and a clean recent history matter as much as the score.
Can I build a new home with my VA benefit?
Yes. VA one-time-close construction loans fund the land, build, and permanent mortgage in a single closing, often with $0 down. A licensed builder and fixed-price contract are required; fewer lenders offer the product, so shop carefully.
Are VA loans assumable?
Yes — a buyer can assume your VA loan and its rate with servicer approval. If the buyer isn't an eligible veteran substituting entitlement, your entitlement stays tied up until the loan is paid off, so weigh that before agreeing.
Do VA loans have monthly mortgage insurance?
No. VA and Texas Vet loans have no monthly PMI, which can save you hundreds of dollars a month compared with a low-down-payment conventional loan.
What happens to my VA loan in a divorce?
You stay liable until the loan is refinanced, paid off, or assumed with a release. If your ex keeps the home and the loan, your entitlement stays tied to it. A Texas owelty lien written into the decree can help the spouse keeping the home refinance the buyout.
What is full vs. partial VA entitlement?
With full entitlement there's no VA-imposed loan limit on a $0-down purchase. Partial entitlement (if you have another active VA loan) caps your zero-down power at the county conforming limit — $832,750 in most Texas areas for 2026.
El Paso buyers — check your eligibility
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