ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗
The one-stop shop for all your VA homebuying questions, concerns, and curiosities. Jennifer Beeston, one of the top VA mortgage lenders in the United States, shares expert insights to help VA homebuyers purchase their first home with confidence.
Learn how to make the most of your VA benefits, navigate the mortgage process, and build wealth through homeownership on The VA Homebuyer Podcast with Jennifer Beeston.
Hosts:
Update frequency:
weekly
Average audio length:
8 minutes
English
United States
23 episodes
since May 20, 2026
episodic
LATEST EPISODE 🔗
In this episode, Jennifer talks about when a VA cash-out refinance is truly the best option for veterans accessing home equity. She explains the crucial 3.3% VA funding fee for those not receiving disability, detailing when a conventional cash-out loan might be a better financial choice. Jennifer p…
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In this episode, Jennifer talks about the pervasive myth that VA loans are taking longer to close in 2026 due to VA staff cuts, often fueled by AI. As a mortgage lender with 20 years of experience and one of the top VA teams, Jennifer clarifies this is absolutely not true. She explains why most of …
In this episode, Jennifer talks about critical changes impacting VA homebuyers and real estate agent commissions, particularly by 2026. Jennifer explains how veterans can now be responsible for paying their buyer's agent, a significant shift from previous VA regulations. She emphasizes the abs…
In this episode, Jennifer talks about the rumors surrounding the VA home loan benefit, confirming the purchase program is safe. However, she explains a concerning proposed bill, HR 9237, which could significantly increase costs for veterans refinancing their VA loans. Jennifer details how this bill…
In this episode, Jennifer talks about why every homeowner must pay close attention to their property tax bill. She explains how to check if your property's assessed value is fair, emphasizing short appeal deadlines to save money. Jennifer also covers how rising taxes can cause escrow shortages…
In this episode, Jennifer talks about a common myth: you don't need new construction for seller-paid closing costs. She clarifies that any seller can contribute, broadening your homebuying options. Jennifer explains how your loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA) dictates seller credit limits. She …
In this episode, Jennifer talks about two critical mistakes home buyers make that can stop them from refinancing. She explains how new debt—like car or furniture loans—raises your debt-to-income ratio, preventing a lower rate. Jennifer also warns against property liens for things like solar panels,…
In this episode, Jennifer talks about the number one type of VA mortgage fraud: occupancy. She explains what it means to use a VA loan for an owner-occupied property, detailing how lenders identify fraud and the serious consequences for both borrowers and unethical lenders. Jennifer clarifies what …
In this episode, Jennifer talks about the VA funding fee, debunking common myths. She clarifies who is exempt, like veterans with VA disability or a Purple Heart, and details the varying percentages for first-time and subsequent VA loan uses, showing how down payments can impact them. Jennifer expl…
In this episode, Jennifer talks about why veterans qualify for lower mortgage interest rates with VA loans. She reveals VA rates should always be better than conventional rates, often by a half percent or more, because government insurance reduces lender risk. Jennifer exposes how some lenders misl…
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