Military Benefits Club

VA Loan Calculator

Monthly payment, funding fee, BAH coverage, loan comparison, equity projection, and a plain-language buy vs rent verdict — all in one calculator, 100% free.

Loan Details

$
$
%


Used to estimate property taxes, insurance, and home appreciation

$
$
Advanced Analysis
$
Basic Allowance for Housing — tax-free monthly housing allowance for active duty
$
Estimated Monthly Payment
$—
Principal & Interest only
Loan Amount
$—
Base + funding fee
VA Funding Fee
$—
—% of loan
Total Interest Paid
$—
Total cost: $—
Break-even (vs 20% down)
— yrs
Compared to conv. loan
Payment Breakdown
Home price$—
Down payment$—
Base loan amount$—
VA funding fee$—
Total loan amount$—

Enter loan details above to see VA vs Conventional vs FHA comparison.

Open Advanced Analysis and enter your BAH to see coverage analysis.

Enter monthly rent in Advanced Analysis to see break-even analysis.

Enter loan details to see equity projection over time.

Fill in your details above to get your personalized buy vs rent verdict.

VA Funding Fee Reference (2025–2026)

Service TypeUse0–4.99% down5–9.99% down10%+ down
Active Duty / VeteranFirst use2.15%1.50%1.25%
Active Duty / VeteranSubsequent use3.30%1.50%1.25%
Reserve / GuardFirst use2.40%1.75%1.50%
Reserve / GuardSubsequent use3.30%1.50%1.25%
Fee waiver: The VA funding fee is fully waived for veterans receiving VA disability compensation, veterans rated as 10% or higher disabled, surviving spouses of veterans who died in service, and active-duty Purple Heart recipients. You do not need to apply separately — VA verifies eligibility during loan processing.

This calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute financial advice. Actual payments will differ based on property taxes, homeowner's insurance, HOA fees, and lender-specific terms. VA funding fee rates sourced from VA.gov and are subject to change. Always verify current rates with your lender. Not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs or any government agency.