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Housing assistance for surviving spouses

As the surviving spouse of a Veteran, you may be eligible for VA housing assistance. Find out how to get and manage these benefits.

Get home loan benefits


  • If you’re the surviving spouse of a Veteran, you may be eligible for a VA-backed home loan. Find out how to request a home loan Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

Additional benefits and services

VA help to avoid foreclosure

If you’re having trouble making your mortgage payments, get help to avoid foreclosure and keep your home.

Manage your home loan benefits


More information and resources


  • Learn about basic entitlement for a VA home loan guaranty. And find out how to calculate remaining bonus entitlement using the county loan limit. This will help you determine how much you can borrow without a down payment.