In today’s rushed world, more often than not the human touch is neglected or unavailable. That’s why the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) places a priority on speaking directly to veterans and their families. Continue reading
Home Loans
To rent or buy? Numbers can help Texas veterans decide
Although the value of real estate in Texas has remained relatively steady compared to many areas of the United States during the economic downturn, prospective homeowners may still question whether the time is right to invest. Continue reading
VLB loan activity rises as Texas veterans acquire land and housing
With its diverse landscape and growing economy, it’s no wonder why Texas is home to 1.7M veterans. Continue reading
Home loans for Texas veterans borrowing more than $417,000
Last year, the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) increased its maximum home loan from $325,000 to $417,000 to match the maximum Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) guarantee entitlement. Continue reading
Army veteran lauds home improvement loan program
Toan Do of Austin, retired Army captain, recently obtained a home improvement loan to remodel his kitchen, grand room and master bath from the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB). Continue reading
VLB veteran loans: Tips to boosting your credit score
The VLB and its participating mortgage lenders require loan applicants to meet certain credit requirements, one of them being a minimum FICO (credit score) of 620. Continue reading
Mark your calendar: 2013 VLB Benefits Fair schedule
Veterans Land Board Chairman Jerry Patterson invites you to participate in one of the seven Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) veterans benefit fairs scheduled across the state this year. Continue reading
Armed Forces Bowl 2012: More than just a Bowl Game
Never has the slogan “More than just a Bowl Game” depicted an event as well as it did for the Tenth Annual Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl. Continue reading
Home improvement projects that pay off
VLB offers Texas veterans below-market interest rate loans on home improvements. Continue reading
Choosing a remodeler
So you’ve just been approved for a VLB home improvement loan, but not sure how to find and choose a contractor to do the work? Continue reading