--- title: News + Updates | Plaza Home Mortgage (11) description: Check out our latest news (11) --- [Skip to Content](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/page/11#main) - [wholesale](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/becomeabroker/) - [Non-Delegated Correspondent](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/minicorrespondent/) - [national correspondent](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/correspondentlending/) - [reverse](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/reverse/) - [about us](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/aboutus/) - [contact us](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/contactus/) [logo links to homepage](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/) - [Wholesale](https://breeze.plazahomemortgage.com/epicportal/Default.aspx) - [Non-Delegated Correspondent](https://breeze.plazahomemortgage.com/epicportal/Default.aspx) - [National Correspondent](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/login/) - [Reverse](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/login/) - [wholesale](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/becomeabroker/) - [Non-Delegated Correspondent](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/minicorrespondent/) - [national correspondent](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/correspondentlending/) - [reverse](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/reverse/) - [about us](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/aboutus/) - [contact us](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/contactus/) - [Guest Login](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/login/) - [Broker Login](https://breeze.plazahomemortgage.com/epicportal/Default.aspx) - [Mini-Correspondent Login](https://breeze.plazahomemortgage.com/epicportal/Default.aspx) - [Correspondent Login](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/login/) - [Reverse Login](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/login/) ![PHM_Blog_Hero_820](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/hubfs/PHM_Blog_Hero_820.jpg "PHM_Blog_Hero_820") # Plaza News + Updates ## [\[National Correspondent\] Plaza's FHA and VA FICOs Go Even Lower](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/natcorr-plazas-fha-and-va-ficos-go-even-lower) Posted by [Plaza Correspondent](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-correspondent) on May 19, 2021 **FHA and VA FICOs Go Even Lower + More FHA, VA and Jumbo AUS News** [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/natcorr-plazas-fha-and-va-ficos-go-even-lower) Topics: [National Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-news), [National Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-program-updates) ## [\[Wholesale\] Plaza's FHA and VA FICOs Go Even Lower](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/wholesale-plazas-fha-and-va-ficos-go-even-lower) Posted by [Plaza Wholesale](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-wholesale) on May 19, 2021 **FHA and VA FICOs Go Even Lower + More FHA, VA and Jumbo AUS News** [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/wholesale-plazas-fha-and-va-ficos-go-even-lower) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-program-updates) ## [Jumbo AUS – Plaza’s Next BIG Thing](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/jumbo-aus) Posted by [Plaza Home Mortgage](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-home-mortgage) on May 11, 2021 Big things are happening at [Plaza Home Mortgage](https://www.plazahomemortgage.com/)® so sit back, relax and enjoy an easier way to do Jumbo loans with our new [Jumbo AUS program](https://info.plazahomemortgage.com/jumbo-aus). Documentation for traditional Jumbo loans and the requirements of Appendix Q can be daunting but by utilizing the resources provided by Plaza’s Jumbo AUS program, you’ll be able to streamline these larger loans more efficiently. [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/jumbo-aus) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [National Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news), [National Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-program-updates), [Non-Delegated Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-program-updates) ## [Michael Fontaine named a 2021 Financial Leader by HousingWire](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/housingwire-financial-leader-2021) Posted by [Plaza Wholesale](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-wholesale) on May 4, 2021 Congratulations to Michael Fontaine, Plaza’s Co-President and COO, on being named a 2021 Financial Leader by HousingWire. The recipients of this year’s award were selected based on their professional achievements within their organizations, contributions to the overall housing economy, client impact and personal success. Check out the article to see the full list of winners. [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/housingwire-financial-leader-2021) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Plaza in the News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/plaza-in-the-news), [Plaza at a Glance](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/plaza-at-a-glance), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news) ## [VA Eligibility Expanded to National Guard Members](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/va-eligibility-expanded) Posted by [Plaza Home Mortgage](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-home-mortgage) on April 30, 2021 Aligning with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced expansion of eligibility, [Plaza Home Mortgage](http://www.plazahomemortgage.com/?utm_campaign=Wholesale%20News%20%2B%20Updates&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8vF8rO9jMxBsrgtrtcnS_LcYOVvVzPeN7mgHuwxOC-OlmC4VIpQoJJJAIqGPLdk5kerOn8)® is now able to extend VA home loans to certain members of the Army National or Air National Guard. Eligible National Guard members must have performed at least 90 cumulative days of full-time National Guard duty, of which, at least 30 of those days must have been consecutive. This change applies to current and former National Guard members, regardless of service dates. Plaza’s VA guidelines have been adjusted to reflect the change. View the [VA Circular](https://www.benefits.va.gov/HOMELOANS/documents/circulars/26_21_08.pdf?utm_campaign=Wholesale%20News%20%2B%20Updates&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8vF8rO9jMxBsrgtrtcnS_LcYOVvVzPeN7mgHuwxOC-OlmC4VIpQoJJJAIqGPLdk5kerOn8) for more details on who is now eligible. [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/va-eligibility-expanded) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [National Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news), [National Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/national-correspondent-program-updates), [Non-Delegated Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-program-updates) ## [Plaza 2021 AIME Sponsorship](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/2021-aime-sponsorship) Posted by [Plaza Wholesale](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-wholesale) on April 23, 2021 Plaza is pleased to announce our 2021 Bronze Sponsorship of AIME! “We are very pleased to continue our sponsorship of AIME, an organization that shares our commitment to the growth of the mortgage broker community and to a vibrant wholesale industry,” said Jeff Leinan, Plaza’s EVP of National Wholesale Production. [Read the full announcement](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/hubfs/PR__PLAZA_AIME__041521-FINAL%20(002).pdf). [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/2021-aime-sponsorship) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news) ## [Plaza's May Training Calendar is Available!](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/may-2021-training-calendar) Posted by [Plaza Training](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-training) on April 23, 2021 Our full training calendar for the month of May is now available. Please follow the link to see a complete list of all of our upcoming training courses. As always, all of our trainings are complimentary and once you register, even if you miss the training, you will receive an email link to the training to view at your convenience. [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/may-2021-training-calendar) Topics: [Plaza at a Glance](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/plaza-at-a-glance), [Plaza Training](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/plaza-training) ## [VA Renovation – We’ve Got It!](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/va-renovation) Posted by [Plaza Home Mortgage](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-home-mortgage) on April 9, 2021 We are happy to announce to our clients that, effective immediately, [Plaza Home Mortgage](http://plazahomemortgage.com/?utm_campaign=Wholesale_AgencyExpress_10.19.20&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9J6bawkI0qzp0nW2dLTokQCxoi66M53Lj_ml799VUUgtGkIZLCT9IkrncB-IFnD8hrzeFs)® is once again offering the VA Renovation loan program! [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/va-renovation) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-program-updates) ## [Introducing FlexClose – A Better Way to Fund](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/introducing-flexclose) Posted by [Plaza Home Mortgage](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-home-mortgage) on March 31, 2021 **Funding on Your Schedule, Even After-hours and Weekends** [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/introducing-flexclose) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [Non-Delegated Correspondent News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-news), [Non-Delegated Correspondent Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/non-delegated-correspondent-program-updates) ## [Reverse Jumbo Expands to NV, NY](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/reverse-jumbo-expands) Posted by [Plaza Reverse](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/author/plaza-reverse) on March 31, 2021 Plaza is now offering our popular [Reverse Jumbo](https://info.plazahomemortgage.com/reverse-jumbo) program in New York and Nevada in addition to 16 other states. Reverse mortgages can be a great way to expand your business’s portfolio and tap into a rapidly growing market. And with Plaza’s dedicated Reverse Lending Division to help you every step of the way, you can be confident offering the program. Contact your Plaza Account Executive or visit our [reverse mortgage](http://www.plazahomemortgage.com/reverse/) page for more information. [Read More](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/reverse-jumbo-expands) Topics: [Wholesale News](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-news), [Wholesale Program Updates](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/wholesale-program-updates), [Jumbo Reverse](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/tag/jumbo-reverse) [Previous](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/page/10) [All posts](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/all) [Next](https://news.plazahomemortgage.com/newsupdates/page/12) **Welcome to the Plaza Home Mortgage® News and Updates page. 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