Type One / Type Two

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Type One / Type Two glossary

Key terms

Classification

These terms explain VA cash-out refinance types, each with a primary source. This is not a government website.

Last reviewed against the primary sources listed below.

Type I cash-out
A VA cash-out refinance where the new loan does not exceed the payoff. Source: VA Circular 26-18-30: Revisions to VA-guaranteed cash-out refinancing home loans
Type II cash-out
A VA cash-out refinance where the new loan exceeds the payoff. Source: VA Circular 26-18-30: Revisions to VA-guaranteed cash-out refinancing home loans
Net tangible benefit
A required benefit to the borrower from a VA refinance. Source: VA Circular 26-18-30: Revisions to VA-guaranteed cash-out refinancing home loans
Home equity comparison
A disclosure comparing equity before and after a VA cash-out refinance. Source: VA Circular 26-18-30: Revisions to VA-guaranteed cash-out refinancing home loans

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