The purpose of this article is to include a quick reference checklist that will assist the veteran by including all of the pertinent information and documents that will be required when you approach a lender. As an applicant, you will benefit from having all of this listed so you will know what you will need when filling out applications or consulting with an agent about your VA home loan.
Here is your short list:
Social Security numbers
Residence addresses for the past 24 months
Names and addresses of your employers over past 24 months
Documents stating current gross monthly salary
Names, addresses, account numbers, and balances on all checking and savings accounts
Names, addresses, account numbers, balances, and monthly payments for all currently open loans
Addresses and loan information of other real estate owned
Estimated value of furniture and personal property
Certificate of Eligibility and DD214, (for veterans only)
W2s for the past two years and current check stubs
If you are self-employed, you must provide personal tax returns for the past two years, a current income statement, and balance sheet for the business
Try to review this and then make sure all of this information is gathered and ready to use when you begin applying for VA loan financing.
