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EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 35 MIN

How Much House Can You REALLY Afford?

from Bits by Bacon · host Misty Bacon Renner

🚀 In this episode of Bits by Bacon, Misty sits down with Cory Thompson of Legend Home Lending to break down everything buyers need to know about credit scores, mortgage approvals, down payment assistance, and buying power. With nearly 30 years in the mortgage industry, Cory shares practical advice for improving your FICO score, explains common misconceptions about buying a home, and offers encouraging life wisdom for anyone pursuing success in business and life.🎧 Hosted by: Misty👤 Guest:🏡 Cory Thompson – Mortgage Lending Expert at Legend Home LendingCory Thompson is a mortgage loan officer with Legend Home Lending, bringing nearly three decades of experience in the Texas market. He is a multiple President’s Club honoree and has earned numerous production awards throughout his career, along with extensive experience leading and developing loan officers.💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ How FICO scores impact mortgage approvals✔️ The quickest ways to improve your credit✔️ What lenders look for when approving buyers✔️ Myths about needing 20% down to buy a home✔️ Texas down payment assistance options explained🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Cory Thompson:🌐 Website → https://legendhomelending.com/👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/cory.thompson.71271/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-thompson-63023716🎧 Follow Misty:🌐 Website → https://www.thebaconrealtygroup.com/👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thebaconrealtygroup📸 Gmail → [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistybacon/⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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🚀 In this episode of Bits by Bacon, Misty sits down with Cory Thompson of Legend Home Lending to break down everything buyers need to know about credit scores, mortgage approvals, down payment assistance, and buying power. With nearly 30 years in the mortgage industry, Cory shares practical advice for improving your FICO score, explains common misconceptions about buying a home, and offers encouraging life wisdom for anyone pursuing success in business and life.🎧 Hosted by: Misty👤 Guest:🏡 Cory Thompson – Mortgage Lending Expert at Legend Home LendingCory Thompson is a mortgage loan officer with Legend Home Lending, bringing nearly three decades of experience in the Texas market. He is a multiple President’s Club honoree and has earned numerous production awards throughout his career, along with extensive experience leading and developing loan officers.💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ How FICO scores impact mortgage approvals✔️ The quickest ways to improve your credit✔️ What lenders look for when approving buyers✔️ Myths about needing 20% down to buy a home✔️ Texas down payment assistance options explained🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Cory Thompson:🌐 Website → https://legendhomelending.com/👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/cory.thompson.71271/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-thompson-63023716🎧 Follow Misty:🌐 Website → https://www.thebaconrealtygroup.com/👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thebaconrealtygroup📸 Gmail → [email protected]🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistybacon/⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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