JDSupra – In Loan Guaranty Circular 26-20-25, dated June 30, 2020, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) addresses the effect of a CARES Act forbearance, or some other COVID-19 credit relief, on the eligibility of a veteran for a VA purchase money or refinance loan. The guidance is effective immediately and applies to any loan closed on or after the date of the Circular, and will remain in place until further notice or when the Circular is rescinded.