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Press Release: Vetted VA Appoints Gay Veale as Chief Experience Officer

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Vetted VA Names Gay Veale as Chief Experience Officer to Elevate Member Engagement and Operational Excellence

Pottsboro, Texas — [June , 2025] — Vetted VA, the leading community of mortgage and real estate professionals dedicated to serving veterans and military families, proudly announces the appointment of Gay Veale as its new Chief Experience Officer (CXO).

Gay Veale, a retired Command Chief Master Sergeant from the United

Debt Snowball vs. Avalanche: How Veterans Can Reduce Debt and Prepare for a VA Loan

Why Paying Off Debt Matters for VA Loan Readiness

Paying down debt isn’t just about peace of mind—it can also make a difference when preparing to qualify for a VA home loan.

The VA Lender’s Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7, Chapter 4) explains that lenders must review a borrower’s credit, monthly obligations, and residual income—the amount left over after paying debts

Retirement Planning and VA Loans: A Guide for Veterans and Military Families

Many Americans dream of the day they can retire, but figuring out “how much is enough” can feel overwhelming. For veterans and military families, retirement planning has an extra layer: housing. The good news is that your VA loan benefits can play a major role in creating a secure and affordable retirement.

This guide blends retirement savings basics with the rules from the VA Lender’s Handbook (VA

How to Build an Emergency Fund: A Smart Financial Strategy for Military Families


Why You Need an Emergency Fund

If your car broke down tomorrow and you faced a $1,000 repair bill, could you pay it out of pocket? If not, you’re in good company. A recent Bankrate survey found that 61% of Americans would struggle to cover an unexpected $1,000 expense from savings.

For veterans and active-duty families—where deployments,

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