United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Circulars/News - 2010

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Small graphic with the word NewCircular 26-08-3 - Change 1 - February 3, 2010
Processing Transfers of Ownership Under VALERI

PURPOSE:  The purpose of this change is to extend the rescission date of the basic circular so that stations continue to provide guidance on VA’s position with respect to this procedure.

Circular 26-09-17 - Change 1 - January 11, 2010
Interim Process for Pre-Approval of Loan Modifications on Current Loans

PURPOSE:  The purpose of this change is to extend the rescission date of the basic circular to coincide with the rescission date of Circular 26-10-2.

Circular 26-10-2 - January 8, 2010
VA Making Home Affordable Program

PURPOSE:  This circular provides authority and instructions for modifying VA-guaranteed home loans in accordance with the President’s Making Home Affordable (MHA) program. These new procedures will be effective February 1, 2010.

Circular 26-10-1 - January 7, 2010
Impact of New Real Estate Settlement and Procedures Act (RESPA) Rule on Fees and Charges for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Loans

PURPOSE:  In response to the new RESPA rule that took effect January 1, 2010, this circular provides guidance on fees and charges a veteran may pay when obtaining a VA-guaranteed home loan. The circular also announces new documentation requirements for lenders and the elimination of a previously required disclosure statement.


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