9 Best San Antonio Mortgage Lenders of 2021
NerdWallet scanned San Antonio mortgage lenders to recommend some of the best in important categories.
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Whether buying a home inside or outside of Loop 410, you want a mortgage lender that performs like the Spurs — gets the job done well with a minimum of fuss. NerdWallet researched mortgage companies in San Antonio and identified some of the best in important categories. Our national and regional picks are a good place to start as you shop for a mortgage. These national companies do a lot of business in San Antonio and are among NerdWallet’s top-rated mortgage lenders.
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9 Best San Antonio Mortgage Lenders of 2021
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Lender ▾ ▾ | NerdWallet Rating ▾ ▾ | Min. credit score ▾ ▾ | Min. down payment ▾ ▾ | Learn more |
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620 | 1% | Learn more at Rocket Mortgage, LLC | ||
 Fairway Independent Mortgage: NMLS#2289 Learn more at Fairway Independent Mortgage | 620 | 3% | Learn more at Fairway Independent Mortgage | |
 Navy Federal: NMLS#399807 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | N/A | 0% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 PrimeLending: NMLS#13649 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | 620 | 3% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 USAA: NMLS#8722 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | 620 | 3% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 Caliber: NMLS#15622 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | 620 | 3.5% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 Bank of America: NMLS#399802 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | 660 | 5% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 Chase: NMLS#399798 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | 620 | 3% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | |
 Flagstar: NMLS#417490 LEARN MORE on NerdWallet | N/A | 5% | LEARN MORE on NerdWallet |
Rocket Mortgage, LLC: NMLS#3030
620
1%
- Reported average time to close is 15 days faster than industry average.
- FHA and VA loans make up 40% of Rocket Mortgage’s total loan volume.
- Borrowers can apply via mobile app.
- Origination fees are on the higher end, according to the latest federal data.
- No construction or renovation loans.
- Physical branches are only available in Detroit, Cleveland, and Phoenix.
Fairway Independent Mortgage: NMLS#2289
620
National
- Offers a robust suite of loan products, including ITIN loans for borrowers without Social Security numbers, renovation loans, government-backed mortgages and loans for self-employed borrowers.
- Receives high marks for customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power and Zillow.
- Mortgage rates for different types of loans aren't posted online.
- Origination fees and mortgage rates are on the high side compared with other lenders, according to the latest federal data.
- Best-scoring VA lender for interest rates and fees.
- Offers VA refinancing.
- Specializes in working with military borrowers.
- Does not offer VA renovation loans.
PrimeLending: NMLS#13649
620
3%
- Offers closing cost assistance.
- Wide variety of loan types, including non-QM loans.
- Mortgages are available for manufactured homes, including 3D-printed houses.
- Loans are not available in all states.
- Rates are not posted online.
- Does not have a mobile app.
- Wide range of VA options, including jumbo loans and refinancing.
- Offers a low-down payment loan for first-time home buyers.
- Offers 10-, 15-, 20- and 30-year repayment terms, which is unusually flexible.
- Average VA loan interest rates are less competitive than some other top VA lenders, according to the latest data.
- Does not offer home equity loans or HELOCs.
- Offers extensive educational resources for military borrowers.
- Participates in some down payment assistance and first-time home buyer programs.
- No mortgage rates displayed online.
- Doesn’t offer home equity loans or lines of credit.
Bank of America: NMLS#399802
660
5%
National
- Interest rates are lower than most lenders, according to the latest federal data.
- Offers up to $10,000 in down payment assistance to qualified borrowers.
- Banking customers can get discounted interest rates or fees.
- Mortgage origination fees are on the high side, according to the latest federal data.
- Rate estimator tool doesn’t personalize by credit score.
- Fined $12 million for reporting inaccurate mortgage applicant info to the federal government.
- Offers two loans with 3% down payment minimums.
- Home buyer grants up to $7,500 may apply for qualifying borrowers.
- Receives high marks for customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power and Zillow.
- Borrowers must speak with a home loan expert before completing an online application.
- No online live chat feature, and in-person services vary by branch location.
- Conventional loan terms extend to 40 years, which is unusually flexible.
- Offers options for high-balance mortgages.
- Offers specialized mortgages for professionals, such as doctors and lawyers, starting their careers.
- Reported average time to close (20-30 days) is faster than industry standard.
- The lender’s mobile app is focused on banking, not mortgages.
- Conventional fixed-rate mortgages require a 5% minimum down payment, higher than some competitors.
Local and regional mortgage lenders in San Antonio
The following mortgage companies are among the top lenders by loan volume in San Antonio, so they’re worth checking out if you’re looking for more options. NerdWallet has not reviewed these lenders.
Offers options for low-down-payment borrowers.
One of the highest-volume FHA lenders in the area.
Offers combined purchase and renovation home loans.
Offers online pre-qualification.
More than half of its lending volume is in FHA and VA loans.
Has a full menu of conventional loan options, too, including jumbo loans.
Offers online pre-qualification.
Good for borrowers who want a homegrown lender based in San Antonio.
Offers a full menu of conventional and government-backed loans.
Makes Spanish-language versions of forms available online for borrowers to reference.
Has an online application process.
Offers home equity loans and lines of credit.
Offers lot, land and construction loans.
Allows certain borrowers to save up to $5,000 on select closing costs for conventional loans.
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Last updated on January 22, 2021
Methodology
NerdWallet's star ratings for mortgage lenders are awarded based on our evaluation of the products and services each lender offers to consumers who are actively shopping for the best mortgage. The five key areas we evaluated include the variety of loan types and products offered, online conveniences, online mortgage rate information, and the rate spread and origination fee lenders reported in the latest available Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. To ensure consistency, our ratings are reviewed by multiple people on the NerdWallet Mortgages team.
NerdWallet's Best San Antonio Mortgage Lenders of 2021
- Rocket Mortgage, LLC: Best for online convenience
- Fairway Independent Mortgage: Best for online convenience
- Navy Federal: Best for veterans
- PrimeLending: Best for first-time home buyers
- USAA: Best for veterans
- Caliber: Best for FHA loans
- Bank of America: Best for conventional & jumbo loans
- Chase: Best for conventional & jumbo loans
- Flagstar: Best for first-time home buyers
