Thursday, November 11th, 2010 - Veterans Day Special

SUN-TIMES Article: VA offers special mortgage, refi deals

Here's a Veterans Day update: If you're an honorably discharged veteran looking for a new mortgage or a refinancing, be sure to check with the VA for their special deals for vets.You can use VA mortgage programs more than once in your lifetime. So if you closed on your VA loan in 2009 or earlier, your interest rate is likely at least 5 percent. Today's VA rates are 4.25 percent, so it's worth a refi.

For qualified veterans who want to refinance a previous VA mortgage, the VA automatically approves those who have made all VA mortgage payments on time and have a credit score of [...]

"SUN-TIMES Article: VA offers special mortgage, refi deals "

Appreciate A Veteran Today

American Street's Vice President of Veteran Lending was heard this week on 90.1 FM Moody Radio advocating for community volunteer service on behalf of retired and disabled veterans. Look for a local assisted living facility in your area, and visit some veterans today in appreciation to them for their sacrificial service to our country.. [...]

VIDEO: In Honor of Veterans Day, 2010

The Veterans Day National Ceremony is held each year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery . The ceremony commences precisely at 11:00 a.m. with a wreath laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns and continues inside the Memorial Amphitheater with a parade of colors by veterans’ organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces [...]

"Learn More About Veterans Day"