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Cory Thompson November 12, 2026

Why an Unpermitted Garage Conversion Can Affect Your Mortgage

A converted garage can make a house feel more useful. It might serve as a bedroom, home office, playroom, or guest space. But before you count that room as part of the home’s living area, there is a question worth asking: Was the conversion properly permitted and approved?

Filed Under: Home Buying Tips Tagged With: Garage Conversion, Home Appraisal, Mortgage Education

Cory Thompson October 28, 2026

Why an Easement on the Property Could Raise Questions During Mortgage Approval

You may love a home’s layout, yard, and neighborhood without realizing that someone else has a legal right to use part of the property. That right may be an easement. Easements are common, and many cause no problems at all. Still, buyers should understand what an easement allows, where it is located, and whether it affects the property’s value or access before moving forward with a mortgage.

Filed Under: Home Buying Tips Tagged With: Home Buying Tips, Mortgage Education, Property Easements

Cory Thompson October 15, 2026

Why a Mortgage Lender May Question a Property With More Than One Parcel

Imagine finding a beautiful home that comes with an extra piece of land next door. Perhaps the additional lot provides more privacy, a larger backyard, or room for future improvements.

While this may sound like an attractive bonus, purchasing a home that includes multiple parcels can introduce mortgage questions that buyers might not expect.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Education, Mortgage Tips, Property Parcels

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

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


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