Thinking about buying a home but confused by the mortgage process? In this episode of Educating Homebuyers, Brady Haye sits down with mortgage industry leader @JohnCornish_KeyMortgage to break down the entire mortgage process from start to finish — no fluff, no jargon, just real steps every homebuyer needs to know.

✅ What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How lenders evaluate your application and documents
• The difference between Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans
• Why pre-approval is more than just an online form
• How to avoid mistakes that delay closing
• What to expect at every stage — from lead received to post-closing
• Tips to feel informed, educated, and comfortable in your homebuying journey

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, this is your complete guide to navigating the mortgage process with confidence.

📌 Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
1:00 – John Cornish’s background in lending
2:30 – Why process and preparation matter
5:00 – Lead intake and first conversations with buyers
10:00 – Application + verifying documents
18:00 – Explaining loan options (Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA)
26:00 – Buyer consultation and budgeting
38:00 – Writing offers & working with agents
44:00 – Loan estimate video + disclosures
50:00 – From underwriting to clear-to-close
58:00 – What happens after closing

🔥 Follow Brady & John on Socials:

• Brady Haye (Host) → @bradyhaye_mortgage
• John Cornish → @JohnCornish_KeyMortgage

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