VA options with lower credit, residual income, and compensating factors. From The 2 Mortgage Guys at Luminate Bank, lending nationwide.
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Often yes. VA does not publish a hard credit-score minimum, but lenders do. Ryan & Steve match your residual income, payment history, and score to a lender overlay that can actually fund.
Score is one input — residual income and recent payment behavior often matter more.
Small, targeted fixes beat waiting years for a perfect score.
A quick triage tells you whether to apply now or rebuild for 60–90 days.
A clear plan keeps you from waiting longer than you need — or applying too early.
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Ryan & Steve will check residual income and lender floors so you know whether to apply now or rebuild briefly.