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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

Cory Thompson October 8, 2026

What Happens to Your Mortgage When the Home Has an Unfinished Addition?

You find a home you love, but there is one unusual feature. Maybe the previous owner started adding a bedroom and never finished it. Perhaps a bathroom is partially remodeled, a garage conversion is incomplete, or a new section of the house is still visibly under construction. Buyers may see opportunity in unfinished space, but a mortgage lender may need to evaluate the property as it exists today.

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

Cory Thompson October 7, 2026

Why the Source of Your Down Payment Can Matter as Much as the Amount

You have calculated your down payment and know exactly how much money you plan to bring to the purchase. That is an important step, but there is another question buyers sometimes overlook: Where is that money actually coming from? A $40,000 down payment sitting in one savings account can create a different planning process than $40,000 being assembled from several different financial sources.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Mortgage Education, Mortgage Tips

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


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