How Do You Qualify For A VA Home Loan With A Bad Conduct Discharge?
Qualifying for a VA (Veteran’s Affairs) loan, after you have received a bad conduct discharge from the military, can be difficult. A bad conduct discharge (BCD) usually leads to the loss of all military benefits, including access to VA loans. However, you can attempt to have your BCD upgraded so you can have your benefits restored. Contact your regional VA office. The usual first step in getting a VA loan is applying for a Certificate of Eligibility, but you will not get approved with a BCD on your record. The representatives there can offer advice based on the particulars of your case and provide you with the appropriate paperwork for your appeal. Launch an appeal to have your BCD upgraded to a different kind of discharge. It is important to do this within 15 years of receiving the discharge. You will need a DD Form 293, which can be obtained through the VA. The VA can also help you fill out the form and decide if you need to hire a lawyer to help you with the appeal. Note that BCD re
