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Paul Briggs

Paul Briggs

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 NMLS #659563

9428 Baymeadows Road 545, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Direct (904) 386-4061
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I am licensed in: AL #659563, FL #LO36606, GA #659563

The Keene Team, powered by Academy Mortgage, was founded by Mary Keene, and consists of Margaret Twohie, Tanya Reyes, Tyler Payne and Paul Briggs. She created her team to bring as much experience as possible to help you attain your goal of Home Ownership as we have with hundreds of other families.....

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What your neighbors are saying about Paul Briggs

“Paul and his team are great, no question went unanswered and they are very quick in responding”

Skieler L.
Jacksonville, FL
10/04/2023

“Paul made the process seamless and was aways available for our calls and questions.

Great customer service!”

Frank H.
Jacksonville Beach, FL
08/17/2023

“Great to with”

Robert T.
Jacksonville, FL
08/07/2023

“Paul went above and beyond to help me and my husband procure a great home by working financial magic on our behalf. He took time to explain everything, sent us multiple correspondences to always let us know what was happening and where we were in our loan process. I am so glad my husband chose him and his team because they are truly exceptional and really care about the services they are providing and the people they are working with.”

Elizabeth S.
Orange Park, FL
08/05/2023

“Paul and his team are wonderful. They keep the clients informed all along the way. Able to close on time or even early in many cases. They are available for questions even after hours and on weekends. I would highly recommend him and Academy Mortgage to all of my clients.”

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Florahome, FL
08/04/2023

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