Veteran returning home to family
Veteran Home Buying

You Served.
Now Let Me
Serve You.

Your VA benefits are among the most powerful home buying tools available — and most veterans never use them to their full potential. I specialize in helping Michigan veterans buy homes with zero down, no PMI, and the respect you deserve.

VA Loan Specialist Zero Down Programs Michigan MSHDA Partner MichRIC MLS Member
My Commitment to Veterans

Every Benefit You Earned.
Every Dollar Saved.

Too many veterans leave money on the table simply because they did not have the right guide. I have made it my mission to ensure every veteran I work with fully understands and uses every benefit available to them.

From your Certificate of Eligibility to closing day, I walk alongside you — coordinating with VA-approved lenders, navigating the appraisal process, and making sure you are never surprised by a cost you should not have to pay.

No down payment required for qualified veterans
No private mortgage insurance (PMI)
Michigan property tax exemptions for disabled veterans
MSHDA layered assistance programs
Trusted VA-approved lender network
VA Loan Advantage
vs. Conventional Financing
Down Payment
0%
3–20%
PMI Required
Never
Until 20% equity
Funding Fee
1.25–3.3%*
N/A
Credit Flexibility
High
Moderate
Closing Costs
Seller can pay all
Negotiable

*Funding fee may be waived for veterans with service-connected disabilities.

VA Loan Benefits

What Your Service
Has Earned You.

The VA home loan program is one of the most generous benefits in the federal government. Here is what it means for your home purchase.

Zero Down Payment

Qualified veterans can purchase a home with no down payment required — one of the most powerful benefits in all of home financing.

No Private Mortgage Insurance

VA loans do not require PMI, saving veterans hundreds of dollars every month compared to conventional financing.

Competitive Interest Rates

VA-backed loans typically carry lower interest rates than conventional mortgages, reducing your total cost of ownership.

Flexible Credit Requirements

The VA loan program is more forgiving of past credit challenges, helping veterans who may not qualify for conventional loans.

No Prepayment Penalty

Pay off your loan early without penalty — giving you full financial flexibility as your situation changes over time.

Lifetime Benefit

Your VA loan entitlement can be used multiple times throughout your life — it is not a one-time benefit.

Who Qualifies

VA Loan
Eligibility.

VA loan eligibility is broader than many veterans realize. If you are unsure whether you qualify, contact me — I will help you find out quickly and at no cost.

Active Duty Service Members
90+ days of continuous active service
Veterans
Honorably discharged after meeting service requirements
National Guard & Reserves
6+ years of service or 90 days active duty
Surviving Spouses
Unremarried spouses of veterans who died in service or from service-connected disability

Not Sure If You Qualify?

Let me help you check your eligibility in minutes. There is no obligation and no cost — just answers.

Quick eligibility check — no paperwork needed to start
Help obtaining your Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Explanation of your full entitlement amount
Introduction to VA-approved lenders in Michigan
Check My Eligibility Call 734.228.4810
The Process

Your Path to
Homeownership.

I guide you through every step — from your first question to the day you get your keys.

01

Obtain Your Certificate of Eligibility

We help you request your COE from the VA — the document that confirms your entitlement and gets the loan process started.

02

Connect with a VA-Approved Lender

I work with trusted VA-approved lenders in Michigan who understand the program and will fight to get you the best rate.

03

Find Your Home

We search the full MichRIC MLS together — I know which properties are VA-eligible and what to watch for in inspections.

04

VA Appraisal & Close

The VA requires its own appraisal to protect you. Once cleared, we move to closing — often with little to no money out of pocket.

Beyond the VA Loan

Additional Programs
for Michigan Veterans.

Michigan offers additional layers of support that stack on top of your federal VA benefits. Most veterans are unaware of these programs — I make sure you are not.

Michigan Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Michigan veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 100% are fully exempt from property taxes on their primary residence. Lower ratings may qualify for partial exemptions — I help you navigate the application.

Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grants

Veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities may receive SAH or SHA grants from the VA to purchase, build, or modify a home for accessibility — up to $109,986 (SAH) or $21,997 (SHA) as of 2024.

VA Funding Fee Exemptions

Veterans receiving VA disability compensation are exempt from the VA funding fee — a savings of 1.25%–3.3% of the loan amount. Surviving spouses of veterans who died in service or from a service-connected disability are also exempt.

VA Streamline Refinance (IRRRL)

Already own a home with a VA loan? The Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan lets you lower your rate with minimal paperwork, no appraisal in most cases, and no out-of-pocket costs if you roll fees into the loan.

Veteran Stories

Veterans I Have
Had the Honor to Serve.

Angela made the entire VA loan process feel simple. She knew exactly what to expect at every step and kept us on track. We closed in 30 days with zero down.

Marcus T.
Army Veteran — Southfield, MI

I had no idea how many benefits I was entitled to. Angela walked me through the VA loan, the Michigan tax exemption, and even connected me with a lender who specializes in veterans. Incredible service.

Darnell & Keisha W.
Marine Corps Veteran — Detroit, MI

Ready to Use Your
VA Benefits?

You have earned these benefits through your service. Let me help you use every one of them. A free, no-pressure consultation is just a call or click away.

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& Associates Real Estate

Providing elevated real estate guidance with expertise and heart. Where every client finds their clear path forward.

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Licensing & Affiliation Disclosures. Angela Pearson is a licensed real estate agent in the State of Michigan, brokered by EXP Realty (License #6501365627), and a member of the MichRIC MLS.

DeedSide Real Estate Administrators and the HorizonOne program are independent services offered by Angela Pearson & Associates. Neither DeedSide nor HorizonOne is affiliated with, endorsed by, or a subsidiary of EXP Realty. The Passive Landlording Program and all Property Support services are products of DeedSide Real Estate Administrators and are not connected to EXP Realty. Angela Pearson's real estate brokerage services are conducted exclusively under EXP Realty.

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