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We’ve all heard the rumors: "VA loans take forever," "The appraisal is a nightmare," and "The buyer has no skin in the game." In a market like ours, from the growth in Lehigh Acres to the luxury of Naples; these myths are costing agents good deals. I want to clear the air so you can help your sellers say "yes" to our veterans without the stress. Here are 3 things people get wrong about VA: 1. The " Tidewater Initiative " is your secret weapon Most agents fear a low VA appraisal is the end of the road. It’s actually the opposite. VA is the only loan type with a built-in "Tidewater" process. If the appraiser can’t find the value, they must notify us before finalizing the report. This gives us a 48-hour window to provide our own comps. It’s a second chance most conventional loans don’t offer. 2. There are NO loan limits (No, really) As of 2026, for veterans with full entitlement, the VA has no maximum loan limit . If a vet...

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