About Markita
Markita Aldridge-Woods, “The Queen of Mortgages”, is a Senior Loan Officer of WestStar Mortgage located in Woodbridge, VA. She has funded millions of dollars of loans in her career by helping first time buyers and veterans purchase a home with no money down. Markita specializes in VA and FHA Loans. Markita’s teamwork approach stems from her former career as a professional basketball player with “The Washington Mystics of the WNBA”. Markita truly believes Together Everyone Accomplishes More. Her ability to relate to and communicate passionately with her clients has been a key to her … [Read More...]
All About Veteran Homes Loans for Virginia, Maryland and DC

Veteran Loan Approvals Made Easy
May 7, 2012 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Veteran home loan approvals Are made easy by Virginia veteran loan lender. The home loan approvals do not have to be difficult although that is what the media has made buyers think I read an article "Mortgage Rates are low but you can't get one" and I totally disagree. Looking to buy a home in Virginia or Maryland using your no money down Veteran Home Loan benefits, this here is the protocol for easy Veteran Home Loan approval. Work with a local and knowledgeable loan officer. Call … [Read More...]
Veteran Loans and home inspections
April 19, 2012 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Virginia Veteran Loan Lender Markita Woods answers a question about the difference between an appraisal and home inspection. All Veteran Loans require an apppraisal but the home inspection is optimal. Here is a short video explaining what we recommend as your Veteran Loan Lender. Virgina and Maryland Veteran Home Loan Specialist If you are ready to buy or refinance a home in Virgina, Maryland or DC using your Veteran Home Loan benefit, allow me to help you make an … [Read More...]

Disabled Veterans and VA Funding Fees
November 8, 2011 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Veteran Home Loans do not have mortgage insurance as we shared in our last post. However veteran home loans do have a mandatory fee called the VA Funding Fee. The VA Funding Fee was set to decrease but this change has been delayed and it will likely stay at current levels. Disabled Veterans buying a home in Northern Virginia and Maryland, may be eligible to pay no funding fees depending on the amount of disability. Here is a short video that explains VA Funding Fees for Disabled … [Read More...]

VA Funding Fee Decrease Delayed
October 4, 2011 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Questions and Answer: What is the VA Funding Fee? On October 1st, the VA Funding Fee was set to drop from 2.15% to 1.40% for first time users of the Veteran Home Loan Benefit this change has been delayed until November 17th or later depending on when the President signs the bill, according to an update from the Department of Veteran Affairs. Additional legislation is also possible prior to November 18th that could maintain the current VA Funding Fee structure indefinitely. Wondering … [Read More...]

What Is A Veteran Home Loan?
October 3, 2011 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
In this short and informative video I explain what a Veteran Home Loan is, who is eligible for a VA Home Loan and the benefits of using a Veteran Loan when buying a home in Northern Virginia. Virgina, Maryland and DC VA Home Loan Specialist If you are ready to buy or refinance a home in Virgina, Maryland or DC using your Veteran Home Loan benefit, allow me to help you make an informed decision. If your scenario does not fit the criteria of other lenders, or have more questions regarding a … [Read More...]

Virginia VA Home Loan Closing Dance!
June 10, 2011 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Here is a snapshot of another Virginia Veteran Home Loan Buyer doing "The Closing Dance". What is "The Closing Dance"? I'm glad you asked. It is what first time home buyers do when they buy a home with Markita Aldridge-Woods of Weststar Mortgage. This buyer used a 30 year fixed Veteran Home Loan to close on her home within 21 days and she received cash back at closing! Also forgot to mention that her mortgage is less than she was paying in rent. That's enough to make any buyer … [Read More...]

Veterans and Active Duty Military Have A Secret Weapon When Buying A Home in Virginia and Maryland
June 3, 2011 By Markita Aldridge-Woods Leave a Comment
Veterans and Active Duty Military Have a Secret Weapon When Buying a Home in Virginia and Maryland. The secret weapon is a Veteran Home Loan with No Money Down. There has been much talk about the changes in regulations and guidelines on just about every other loan type. In my opinion many have not been beneficial to consumers. The Veteran Home Loan guidelines have remained virtually the same for years making it easier for Veterans or Active Duty Military to qualify for a home loan. Here are … [Read More...]
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