Maryland receives $384.9 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

ByR. A. CardonaNov 14, 20250 comments34 views

The VA issued 778 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Maryland during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.



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Mike O’Halloran NFIB Maryland State Director - Official Website

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Rep. Glenn Ivey addresses government shutdown impacts and announces youth career fair

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Paul R. Lawrence,  Ph.D., Deputy Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs

VA provides 21.1% more home purchase loans in Maryland in Q3

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Maryland ranks 12th in total value of VA home loans issued during Q3

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Rep. Glenn Ivey criticizes GOP over SNAP benefits and supports legal action on FBI HQ move

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