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VA Loans

Zero down payment, no mortgage insurance, and competitive rates for those who have served our country.

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VA Loans for Veterans and Military Families

Benefits of VA Financing

VA loans are one of the most powerful mortgage benefits available, offering significant savings and flexibility for eligible service members and veterans.

$0 down payment required
No monthly mortgage insurance
Competitive interest rates
Flexible credit requirements
No prepayment penalties
Assumable mortgages

VA Loan Eligibility

Service Requirement90+ days active duty
National Guard/Reserve6+ years service
Credit ScoreNo minimum (varies by lender)
Down Payment$0 required
Funding Fee1.4% - 3.6%

VA Loan Calculators

See what your monthly payment could look like with a VA loan. No mortgage insurance, $0 down payment, just the VA funding fee.

Loan Type

Service Type

VA Funding Fee

Veterans with a service-connected disability rating may be exempt from the funding fee. Click EXEMPT if this applies to you.

$0 down

Estimated Monthly Payment

$0 /mo

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $0
Home Insurance $0
Mortgage Insurance $0
HOA Dues $0
Loan Amount $0
Down Payment $0
VA Funding Fee $0
Total Loan Amount $0

Estimates for informational purposes only. Actual payment depends on final rate, taxes, and insurance. Not a commitment to lend.

Second-Tier VA Entitlement

VA Bonus Entitlement Calculator

Estimate the VA guaranty you may still have available when another VA loan is using part of your entitlement.

2026 baseline $832,750. High-cost counties may be higher.

From your Certificate of Eligibility.

Your Estimate

Remaining Entitlement $0
Max with $0 Down $0
25% Guaranty Needed $0
Est. Down Payment $0

Estimates for informational purposes only. Actual entitlement and guaranty are determined by the VA. Not a commitment to lend.

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The 2 Mortgage Guys

Ryan Minick and Steve DeLon — Branch Managers & Senior Loan Officers at Luminate Bank. Based in Kokomo, Indiana. Lending nationwide since 2005.

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(765) 450-8933

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Ryan Minick NMLS# 203249

Steve DeLon NMLS# 202876

Luminate Bank NMLS# 1281698

Kokomo's Mortgage Team. Lending Nationwide.

1221 Appletree Lane, Kokomo, IN 46902

NMLS Consumer Access

Luminate Bank NMLS 1281698 Bank Headquarters 2523 S. Wayzata Blvd., Suite 100 Minneapolis, MN 55405 (952) 939-7200. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Information provided is outlining the minimum down payment requirements as allowed by specific loan program and product guidelines and any information, rates and programs are subject to change without prior notice and may not be available in all states. All loans are subject to credit and property approval. Luminate Bank is not affiliated with any government agency. All rights reserved.

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