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CalVet Home Loans

Run by California Department of Veterans Affairs, a state agency

California offers veterans below-market interest rate home loans through CalVet, one of the best veteran mortgage benefits in the nation, often beating VA loan rates.

Award
Below-market rate mortgages, saves $10,000–$40,000 over loan life
Deadline
Rolling
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California Department of Veterans Affairs
State

Who it's for

  • CA veteran (served 90+ days active duty)
  • CA resident or purchasing CA property
  • Honorable discharge

California Department of Veterans Affairs decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at calvet.ca.gov

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CalVet Home Loans is one option. What else may help?

Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.

Check what I may qualify for

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. California Department of Veterans Affairs decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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