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RE: Does a VA loan require an inspection? What are the VA loan inspection requirements for buyers and spouses?
That’s a pretty fair take. I’ve always wondered - if the VA appraisal is so basic, do you think it actually gives buyers a false sense of security? Like, people hear “VA required” and assume it’s a full inspection, but t...
RE: Does a VA loan require an inspection? What are the VA loan inspection requirements for buyers and spouses?
That’s such a good point about the VA appraisal. I think a lot of folks get tripped up by that difference - like you said, it “just checks for minimum property standards.” It’s wild how easy it is to assume you’re covere...
RE: Does a VA loan require an inspection? What are the VA loan inspection requirements for buyers and spouses?
That’s such a good analogy. I remember thinking the VA appraisal would cover everything, but it really doesn’t dig deep. When I bought my first place with a VA loan, I almost skipped the inspection to save cash - glad I ...