HomeBuying Made Easy

Closing day is done, the keys are in your hand - now what? Homeownership starts the day after closing - make sure you're ready. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we cover everything that happens after you close on your home. Immediate and long term. Tune in NOW! If you want to learn more or have questions about your specific situation, reach out to our team - we're here to help.

Welcome to Myth buster Monday! Every Monday from now on, we're busting the myths about mortgages, real estate, and home buying. Today's myth: "You can only use your VA loan benefit once." This is one of the most common misconceptions we hear from veterans and active duty service members. The truth? You can use your VA loan benefit multiple times - and we're breaking down exactly how it works. In t...

Got your eye on that new furniture for your future home? Thinking about opening a store credit card to save 20%? Stop right there. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we explain why opening new credit lines during the home buying process can literally cost you the house. We break down what happens behind the scenes when you apply for new credit - how it affects your credit score, changes you...

Should you buy or keep renting in 2026? With current interest rates, home prices, and market conditions, it's a question a lot of people are wrestling with. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we break down the buy vs. rent decision for 2026 - no BS, just the real math and factors you need to consider. We cover what's actually happening in the housing market right now, the hidden costs of bo...

Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2026 with an episode all about HELOCs - Home Equity Lines of Credit. If you're a homeowner looking at ways to leverage your equity this year, this one's for you. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we break down what HELOCs are, how they work, and when they make sense. We cover the basics: how HELOCs differ from home equity loans, how interest rates work, wh...

Your offer was accepted - congrats! But you're not done yet. Going under contract is exciting, but it's also when most deals fall apart. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we cover the critical things you MUST do (and absolutely CAN'T do) between going under contract and closing day. We walk through everything that happens between "yes" and closing - the inspections, appraisals, and final u...

Is now the right time to buy or sell in Middle Tennessee? In this episode, Michael Dendy breaks down the difference between buyers markets and sellers markets in plain English - no real estate jargon, just practical insights you can use. You'll discover the key indicators that tell you what kind of market we're in, including the "months of inventory" metric that pros use to gauge market conditions...

Buying a home as a veteran comes with unique advantages—and a few key things to understand. In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, we break down everything veterans need to know about the VA home loan: zero down payment options, no private mortgage insurance, competitive rates, and eligibility requirements explained in plain English. We’ll share practical tips on avoiding common pitfalls, maxim...

Covering Escrow today, which is a big one that homeowners get confused by along with other questions buyers have asked our team! Reach out to us if you have any home buying questions!

Straight answers, zero fluff, and Rachel keeping Michael honest when he starts sounding like a lender commercial. The adult conversation you wish you could have with someone who’s closed thousands of loans. 20 minutes that could save you thousands. 🏡📉

In this hilarious mini-episode, I sit down with my daughters Mary-Kate (10) and ZuZu (8) and ask them to explain what a “mortgage” is. Spoiler: they actually get a few right! Zero financial advice, 100% chaos and cuteness. Perfect listen for your commute! 🏠😂

Got questions about buying a home? You're not alone! In this episode, we're answering questions we hear from first-time and experienced home buyers alike. From down payments and credit scores to closing costs and contingencies, we're breaking down everything you need to know to navigate the home buying process with confidence. Whether you're wondering how much house you can afford, what to expect...

Episode 1: First-Time Homebuyer? Start Here – Your Biggest Questions Answered Welcome to the very first episode of Home-Buying Made Easy! If you’re a first-time homebuyer feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just not sure where to begin — this episode is for you. Join your hosts, mortgage expert Michael Dendy and Rachel Dendy, as they sit down for an honest, no-BS conversation about the questions eve...

We hope you find comfort in the fact that the home buying journey is not easy but we want to give you tips, tricks and tools to get you into a forever home! Join us as we dive into the all the questions, comments and concerns everyday people have!