Michael Dendy

What happens to a mortgage after a divorce or death in the family?It’s a difficult topic — but one every homeowner needs to understand.In this episode, Michael Dendy is joined by Joshua Dendy to explain what families, spouses, heirs, and successors should know when navigating mortgage responsibilities during life-changing events.This episode covers practical next steps, common mistakes, and who Continue Reading about Episode 38 — Divorce, Death & The Mortgage (Originally Published April 24, 2026)

Who is Michael Dendy… really?In this fun episode of Home Buying Made Easy, Rachel Dendy flips the script and puts Michael in the hot seat. Together they bust myths, answer personal questions, and share stories about the man behind the mortgage advice.You’ll also meet the team behind the scenes — including Joshua Dendy, Michael’s firstborn son and the team’s pipeline manager, who works closely with Continue Reading about Episode 37 — The Truth About Michael Dendy (Originally Published April 20, 2026)

Your dream house appraised low. Now what?In this episode of Home Buying Made Easy, Michael Dendy and Rachel Dendy explain exactly what happens when an appraisal comes in below the contract price — and the five ways buyers and sellers usually handle it.From renegotiating and appraisal disputes to bringing cash or walking away, this episode gives buyers the roadmap for one of the most stressful Continue Reading about Episode 36 — Low Appraisal? Don’t Panic (Originally Published April 17, 2026)

n this special episode, Melissa Dendy joins Michael for a real conversation about homeownership, marriage, money, and what she wishes someone had explained before buying their first home.You’ll hear the perspective of a real consumer — not just a mortgage professional — along with stories from before Michael entered the mortgage world when he was serving as a pastor.This episode feels less like a Continue Reading about Episode 35 — What She Wishes She Knew (Originally Published April 10, 2026)

Rachel is out sick, so Melissa Dendy steps in as guest host for this Mythbuster Monday episode!Today’s myth: “You can’t buy a home on one income.”Michael and Melissa break down what lenders actually look for, how families qualify on a single income, and why so many people assume homeownership is impossible when it may not be.This episode is practical, encouraging, and packed with real-world Continue Reading about Episode 34 — Can You Buy on One Income? (Originally Published April 6, 2026)

Rachel is out sick, so Melissa Dendy steps in as guest host for this Mythbuster Monday episode!Today’s myth: “You can’t buy a home on one income.”Michael and Melissa break down what lenders actually look for, how families qualify on a single income, and why so many people assume homeownership is impossible when it may not be.This episode is practical, encouraging, and packed with real-world Continue Reading about Episode 34 — Can You Buy on One Income? (Originally Published April 6, 2026)

Can veterans use a VA loan to buy a fixer-upper?Yes… but there’s a catch.In this episode, Michael Dendy and Rachel Dendy break down the VA’s property condition requirements, what repairs can kill a deal, and how VA renovation loans actually work.If you’re a veteran looking at homes that need work, this episode could save you thousands of dollars — and a lot of frustration.📲 Follow us on Instagram Continue Reading about Episode 33 — VA Fixer-Uppers: The Truth (Originally Published March 27, 2026)

Zuzu and MaryKate return to Home Buying Made Easy to once again explain mortgage terms they absolutely do not understand. Michael Dendy and Rachel Dendy try to keep the show on track while the kids redefine terms like “debt-to-income ratio,” “contingency,” and “amortization.”Warning: you may laugh harder than you should during a mortgage podcast.📲 Follow us on Instagram for clips from the Continue Reading about Episode 32 — Kids vs Mortgage Jargon: Round 2 (Originally Published March 27, 2026)