The VA Form 26-1802a serves as a loan application for both VA and HUD. Lenders and Veterans use the form to apply for guaranty of home loans.
US Code:
38 USC 3704
Name of Law: Restrictions on Loans
US Code:
38 USC 3703
Name of Law: Basic Provisions Relating to Loan Guaranty and Insurance
US Code:
38 USC 3710
Name of Law: Purchase or Construction of Homes
Increase in burden hours is due to rise in usage of the VA-guaranteed Home Loan program. There has been an increase in the number of veterans applying for VA loans and this form is completed during the application process.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.