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VA loans can close on a comparable timeline to conventional loans when the process starts early — generally 30 to 45 days is realistic once you're under contract with your Certificate of Eligibility and lender pre-approval already in hand. The biggest risk to a fast closing isn't the loan type itself, it's starting the financing conversation late relative to your report date.
VA loans can close on a comparable timeline to conventional loans when the process starts early — generally 30 to 45 days is realistic once you're under contract with your Certificate of Eligibility and lender pre-approval already in hand. The biggest risk to a fast closing isn't the loan type itself, it's starting the financing conversation late relative to your report date.
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