Veteran Resources

Starlene Bennin served in the United States Marine Corps; and her daughter Ashlyn Windsor is a United States Coast Guard veteran. They built these tools to help fellow veterans navigate homeownership, tax benefits, and the transition to backcountry living.

VA Home Loans

An educational overview of the VA loan benefit and 2026 limits — and a handoff to our trusted VA lender partners.

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Relocation Guide

Thinking about moving to the backcountry? Get personalized guidance on areas, lifestyle, and what to expect.

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VA Facilities Map

Interactive map of VA medical centers and clinics serving San Diego and Riverside County.

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Trusted VA Lender Partners

Starlene and Ashlyn are real estate agents, not lenders. These are independent mortgage professionals we trust and refer veterans to for VA loan prequalification. Each is separately licensed; we don't set rates, terms, or approvals.

Dan Chapman

Branch Manager · CMG Home Loans

NMLS #1100657

Licensed in 26 states, including California.

(760) 405-4322 danchapman@cmghomeloans.com Visit website

John Medin

Loan Officer · CrossCountry Mortgage

NMLS #448618 · Co. NMLS #3029

(619) 432-6101 john.medin@ccm.com Visit website

Alisha Sirois

Senior Loan Officer · Hills of Gold Mortgage

NMLS #223936

(858) 229-5399 alisha@siroisteam.com Visit website

Helpful Links

VA Home Loans VA Loan Eligibility CalVet Property Tax Exemptions CA BOE Disabled Veterans' Exemption CA DMV — DV License Plates VA San Diego Healthcare Veterans Crisis Line

Veterans Crisis Line

Call 988 (press 1) or visit veteranscrisisline.net

Free, confidential support 24/7

Questions? Talk to a Veteran.

Starlene & Ashlyn do not run a call center — she's a Marine who became a real estate broker, and Ashlyn is Coastie who is in the family business. If you have questions about VA loans, benefits, or moving to the backcountry, she'll give you a straight answer.

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