Serving Those
Who Have Served
Novum Home Loans was built to serve the military community the right way – with better information, better guidance, and better outcomes. Veterans and military families face a home-buying process that’s fundamentally different, yet most lenders are either ill-equipped to handle it or rely on borrowers not knowing what they don’t know. We built Novum to change that.
We’re not here to sell loans or rush you through a process. We’re here to guide you with clear explanations, honest answers, and a steady hand when things get complicated. That means personalized advice, proactive communication, and a relationship that doesn’t disappear once the paperwork starts.
At Novum, we believe trust is earned through understanding — not slogans or sales pitches. Our goal is simple: to give veterans and military families a calmer, clearer, and more confident path to homeownership, and to stand in your corner every step of the way.
OUR MISSION
To provide advice and value to the military community through their home buying journey.
Novum is Veteran owned and operated. We’re an experienced team that believes the mortgage process should feel clearer, calmer, and more personal – especially for veterans and military families. Between us, we’ve lived military life, worked inside large financial institutions, and seen firsthand where the home-buying process breaks down for people who deserve better.
That perspective shapes how we work. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options without pressure, and stay engaged from start to finish. You’ll talk to real people who know VA loans, answer their phones, and treat this like more than a transaction — because for us, it is
Tad Hensley
Co-founder, CEO
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Tad is the visionary behind Novum Home Loans. His expertise covers over 20 years of leadership across the mortgage industry in Capital Markets, Technology and Operations; both as a successful entrepreneur and corporate executive.
Travis Peace
Co-founder, President
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Travis is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, former Navy Nuclear Engineer, and seasoned mortgage leader.
His leadership spans across strategy, marketing, and corporate development for mortgage start-ups, real estate brokers and top-20 lenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
No! We offer all types of loans. While we are experts in VA loans and are passionate about helping Veterans maximize their benefits, we also offer a wide range of other mortgage products, including conventional, FHA, and jumbo loans.
While we're known for our expertise in VA Loans, we offer that same expertise to all types of loans. What sets us apart is our clear advice, competitive rates and simple process. There are no surprises when you work with us, just honest guidance from start to finish.
Yes...always. You won’t be handed off to a call center or stuck in a queue. You’ll work directly with experienced loan professionals who know your file, answer their phones, and stay involved from start to finish
That’s completely fine - and honestly, that’s when we’re most helpful. You don’t need to be “ready” or have everything figured out to talk with us.
We’re happy to start with questions, explain what’s possible, and help you decide if and when it makes sense to move forward. There’s no obligation to apply
We’re based in Texas, but our team is spread across many states to help as many families as possible. While much of our work happens digitally, we stay highly accessible and hands-on, whether that means a phone call, video chat, or meeting in person when it makes sense.
