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100% Cash Out VA Refinance

This page updated and accurate as of May 14, 2025 VA Mortgage Hub

VA cash out refinance limit 2023VA is one of the best loan programs available for Veterans to purchase a home with no down payment. But what many Vets don’t realize is that VA also allows for cash-out refinance up to 100% loan to value.  VA interest rates have decreased in recent months, now might be a good time for homeowners to explore VA refinance opportunities.

Types of VA Refinancing in 2025:

There are three basic VA refinance scenarios available to eligible Veterans today. First, there is the IRRRL or Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan. This refinance is specifically for those who already have a VA loan and are just looking to lower their interest rate. This is a “rate and term” refinance, meaning no cash is going back to the borrower. One benefit is there is no appraisal and the program offers a very streamlined process.

The second type of VA refinance is someone who has a non-VA loan and is looking to refinance into a VA loan. This has been popular for those who wanted to refinance out of either an FHA loan or a Conventional loan with mortgage insurance. VA does not have monthly mortgage insurance (PMI) and allows refinancing to 100% LTV.

The third type of refinance is where the Veteran wants to pull some equity from their home. They may or may not already have a VA loan.

With home values going up, many Veterans are taking advantage and pulling cash out for making those home improvements they have wanted to make. Other reasons for pulling cash out include debt consolidation (credit cards) education costs, investments, etc.

Many VA lenders have their own “overlay” on top of the published VA loan guidelines, and as a result, many lenders put a cap on the loan to value for cash out at 90% of the home’s value. But there are a few VA lenders offering cash-out refinancing to 100% loan to value. *100% VA cash-out options are now available for up to $1mil loan amounts.

VA Cash out Refinance Considerations:

Just because you have equity, doesn’t mean a VA cash-out refinance is the right thing to do. Unlike the VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan, which comes with a low VA Funding Fee equal to .5%, a VA cash-out refinance comes with a full 2.15% Funding Fee for first-time use, or a 3.3% Funding Fee for any subsequent use of eligibility. *See the newly updated chart below.

The funding fee can be a significant amount added to the back end of the loan, so it’s important to have the VA mortgage specialist working with you to prepare a breakdown of the new loan amount, including the funding Fee, payment including taxes and insurance, closing costs and prepaid expenses, and an estimate of the amount of “cash” going to the vet after the closing of the refinance. For those Veterans who qualify for the Funding Fee waiver, a cash-out refinance can look a lot more attractive.

Down PaymentVA Funding Fee
First useLess than 5%2.15%
5% or more1.5%
10% or more1.25%
After first useLess than 5%3.3%
5% or more1.5%
10% or more1.25%

Source: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.

We are pleased to announce that 100% VA cash-out options are now available for loan amounts of up to $1 million. This presents an excellent opportunity for veterans that do have equity and would like to consolidate debt, or invest in other projects. Note: Texas properties are not eligible for 100% cash out.

Questions? Please call us above or just submit the quick Info Request Form on this page and a VA loan specialist will reach out to you. We will be happy to review your situation with you and prepare a detailed cost breakdown.

 

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