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Cory Thompson October 14, 2026

What Happens When the Seller Has Not Paid Off a Home Improvement Loan?

A newly installed roof, upgraded windows, or modern heating system can make a home more attractive to buyers. However, what happens when the seller is still making payments on those improvements?

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Improvement Loan, Mortgage Education, Mortgage Tips

Cory Thompson October 13, 2026

Why a Home With a Shared Septic System Can Complicate Mortgage Financing

A home can look perfect during a showing, but certain features of the property may create questions when it comes time to secure a mortgage. One situation buyers may not anticipate is purchasing a home that shares a septic system with another property.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Mortgage Financing, Septic Systems

Cory Thompson October 12, 2026

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 12th, 2026

The FOMC Minutes and Consumer Sentiment report were the most impactful calendar items last week, further reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s resolve to bring inflation down to its 2% target rate.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Cory Thompson October 9, 2026

Why Buying a Home From a Family Member Can Make the Mortgage More Complicated

Buying a home from a parent, grandparent, sibling, or another relative may seem easier than purchasing from a stranger. You already know the seller, may know the property’s history, and might even agree on a price without extensive negotiations. But the family relationship can introduce mortgage considerations that are different from those in a typical purchase between unrelated parties.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Gift Of Equity, Home Buyer Tips, Home Buying

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


Mortgage Loan Originator
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Office 281.218.0505

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Recent Posts

  • What Happens When the Seller Has Not Paid Off a Home Improvement Loan?
  • Why a Home With a Shared Septic System Can Complicate Mortgage Financing
  • What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 12th, 2026
  • Why Buying a Home From a Family Member Can Make the Mortgage More Complicated

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