News from Academy Mortgage

Buyer and Seller Charges by Loan Type

Effective for VA Loans locked on or after March 7, 2018, Academy’s minimum required FICO credit score will be reduced from 600 to 580 for loans that are approved through the automatic underwriting system (AUS).

Some home equity loan interest deductions on federal tax returns are now a thing of the past. But Academy Mortgage offers a solution that may still provide a tax benefit.

There are many programs available that may help you get the financing you need to purchase a home. Here is our quick and easy guide to some of the more popular programs!

Academy Mortgage is firmly establishing a reputation nationwide for being a 1st CHOICE Home Loan Lender. We are proud to share our accomplishments from 2017.

The new tax law, effective January 1, 2018, impacts some important benefits of homeownership.

Academy Mortgage has been honored with a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, recognizing the Best Places to Work in 2018.

Good news! FHFA, FHA, and VA loan limits will increase in 2018.

Here are five questions to ask yourself before you apply for a mortgage and start packing.

Employing certain strategies can make buying your first home much easier.

Square footage is a complicated number, and it’s one that confuses many homebuyers. Here are answers to your most pressing square footage questions.

Here are some concerns sellers have about FHA loans, and the truth behind them.

Academy representatives spent a week laboring on the construction of a local vocational school. Volunteers experienced the culture through the people, the amazing food, dance, and other fun activities.

There are several pieces of information underwriters review before deciding what rate is appropriate. The good news is, it’s all information you can find and review, too.

If you find yourself considering buying a home without seeing it in person first, here are some tips to help you through the process.

Hurricane Harvey was devastating. By going to serve the people of Texas we wanted to inspire hope, deliver dreams, and build prosperity.

Having a higher credit score can open the door to more financial opportunities.

Before you take out a residential mortgage, your lender will need to review some financial information with you, one piece of which is your credit report.

Not only are many consumers unaware of what their credit score is or how to find out, but many hold false notions about what the score means.

Instead of tiny homes and condos in the city, homebuyers are looking to spread out in larger homes.