Texas Mortgage Maniacs

11/04/2026

🏆 WINNING WEDNESDAY | THE QUESTIONS YOU ASK MATTER!

One thing Kathy and I have learned after decades in the mortgage business is that the smartest homebuyers aren't necessarily the ones who know all the answers.

They're the ones who aren't afraid to ask questions!

🏡 How much house can I comfortably afford?
💰 What will my total monthly payment look like?
📋 What loan options are available to me?
⏳ How long does the mortgage process take?
🤔 What if my credit isn't perfect?

These are the conversations we LOVE having with our customers.

Buying a home is a big financial decision, and you deserve more than someone just quoting you an interest rate.

You deserve someone who will listen, explain your options, answer your questions honestly, and help you build a game plan that makes sense for YOUR life.

Between the two of us, Kathy and I have more than 60 years of mortgage experience, and one thing hasn't changed...

**Good advice starts with a conversation.**

🎯 So here's our question for YOU:

What's one thing about buying a home or getting a mortgage you've always wanted to ask?

👇 Drop it in the comments or send us a private message. We'd love to help!

📲 817-766-7773
🌐 TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

All loans subject to underwriting approval. Terms and conditions apply.

11/03/2026

11/02/2026

🏡 PREAPPROVED? GREAT! NOW WHAT?

Getting preapproved for a mortgage is an exciting first step toward homeownership. But here's something every homebuyer needs to remember:

Your preapproval is the beginning of the process, not the finish line!

A few things can help keep your home loan on track:

✅ Keep your finances stable.
✅ Be prepared to provide updated documents.
✅ Avoid making major purchases or opening new credit without talking to your loan officer.
✅ Stay in communication with your lending team.
✅ Ask questions whenever something doesn't make sense.

One of the biggest advantages of working with an experienced mortgage team is having someone in your corner who knows what to watch for before it becomes a problem.

Between Kathy and me, we've spent decades helping Texas families navigate the mortgage process, and we know how important communication is from start to finish.

🎯 Getting preapproved is step one. Having the right game plan gets you closer to the closing table.

Thinking about buying a home? Let's talk!

📲 817-766-7773
🌐 TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

All loans subject to underwriting approval. Terms and conditions apply.

10/30/2026

❤️ FAMILY FRIDAY | THE REASON BEHIND THE GAME PLAN 🏡

Here's a little glimpse into my world outside of mortgages!

This is my crew. My family. My biggest motivation. And as you can probably tell from this picture, we're not exactly a quiet bunch! 😂

Life gets busy. Schedules get crazy. Kids grow up way too fast. But at the end of the day, it's moments like these that remind me what really matters.

Family. Laughter. Memories. And having a place where everyone can come together and just be themselves.

After more than 20 years in the mortgage business, I've learned that a home is so much more than four walls and a roof.

It's where the stories happen.

It's where the memories are made.

And it's where the people who matter most come together.

That's a big part of why I love what I do. I get to help other families find a place to create their own stories.

From my family to yours, have a fantastic Friday and an even better weekend!

❤️ Brad

10/29/2026

🏡 HOW MUCH EQUITY COULD YOU HAVE IN YOUR HOME?

If you've owned your home for several years, you may have built more equity than you realize.

That equity could create opportunities for home improvements, education expenses, debt consolidation, or other financial goals.

Depending on your situation, a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) or Home Equity Loan (HELOAN) might be worth exploring.

💬 Curious what your home might be worth today?

**Send us a private message with your property address, and we'll help you get started with a preliminary home value and equity estimate.**

We'll also need an approximate mortgage balance to estimate your equity. This is an informal estimate, not an appraisal, loan approval, or guarantee of available borrowing funds.

Let's see what possibilities your home could offer.

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

Home equity financing is secured by your property and involves repayment obligations. Product availability, eligibility, terms, and underwriting approval apply.

10/28/2026

🏆 WINNING WEDNESDAY | THE 5-STAR COLLECTION ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Every great team needs a game plan. But the real wins? Those come from taking care of people.

This week, we're featuring a review from Kaden D. in Whitney, Texas, and it means a lot!

Kaden shared that whenever he had a question, Brad was there to help, give him an honest answer, and guide him through whatever came his way.

That's exactly the experience we want every customer to have.

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make. You deserve a loan officer who answers the phone, tells you the truth, and stays in your corner from beginning to end.

🏡 At Texas Mortgage Maniacs, that's how we play the game.

Whether you're buying your first home, making your next move, or exploring your mortgage options, we'd love the opportunity to earn your trust, too.

🎯 Ready to build your winning game plan?

📲 817-766-7773
🌐 TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

All loans subject to underwriting approval. Terms and conditions apply.

10/27/2026

🏡 **OWN THE HOME. LEASE THE LAND.**

What if there were a different way to approach buying your next home?

With the **Estately Land Lease program**, you may be able to expand your homebuying possibilities by separating the cost of the home from the land beneath it.

Here's how it works:

🏠 **Own the home.** Finance the home through Guild Mortgage.

🌳 **Lease the land.** Estately purchases the land and leases it to you.

💰 **Explore your buying power.** Separating the land from the home purchase may reduce your initial mortgage amount, giving you another financing option to consider.

🎯 **Build your game plan.** Understand your total housing payment, long-term goals, and whether this approach makes sense for you.

At Texas Mortgage Maniacs, we believe homeownership isn't about finding a one-size-fits-all mortgage. It's about finding the right strategy for YOUR situation.

**More possibilities. One game plan.**

Curious whether Estately could be an option for you?

📲 Let's talk!

🌐 www.TexasMortgageManiacs.com
📞 (817) 766-7773

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

Program availability, eligibility, and terms apply. Estately Land Trust administers the land lease. Guild Mortgage provides home loan financing and is not affiliated with Estately. See the carousel's program disclosures for additional terms. All loans subject to underwriting approval.

10/26/2026

🏡 Just because you're approved for it doesn't mean you should spend it.

One of the biggest mistakes homebuyers can make is focusing on how much they qualify for instead of how much they're actually comfortable spending.

Your mortgage payment needs to fit your LIFE — not just your loan approval.

Think about the things that matter beyond your house payment:
🏡 Your family's lifestyle
💰 Your monthly budget
✈️ Vacations and experiences
📈 Savings and future goals

After more than 20 years in mortgage lending, I've learned that the best mortgage strategy isn't always about buying the most expensive home you can qualify for.

It's about finding the right balance between homeownership and the life you want to live.

That's why we don't just talk about loan amounts. We build game plans.

🎯 Let's build yours.

👉 www.TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274
Equal Housing Opportunity

All loans subject to underwriting approval. Terms and conditions apply.

10/23/2026

❤️ **Some of the best lessons in life start at home.**

I've been fortunate to grow up around people who believe in hard work, keeping your word, and taking care of others.

And now I get to work alongside my mom, Kathy, doing something we're both passionate about.

We may have different personalities and different ways of doing things, but the values behind our work are the same.

Treat people right. Answer their questions. Do what you say you're going to do.

Those lessons go a lot further than mortgage lending.

**Family. Relationships. The long game.**

Glad to be here.

Brad & Kathy
Texas Mortgage Maniacs | Guild Mortgage

www.TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad NMLS #297130 | Kathy NMLS #297348 | Guild NMLS #3274


Guild Mortgage Company

10/22/2026

🏡 **HELOC or Cash-Out Refinance?**

If you've owned your home for a while, you may have built equity that could give you additional financial options.

But accessing that equity isn't a one-size-fits-all decision.

A HELOC typically allows you to borrow against your home's equity through a revolving line of credit.

A cash-out refinance replaces your existing mortgage with a new, larger loan and provides the difference in cash.

Both have advantages, costs, and risks. And depending on your existing mortgage, one approach may make considerably more sense than the other.

Kathy and I can help you understand the differences and evaluate your options.

**Don't guess. Have a game plan.**

www.TexasMortgageManiacs.com

Brad Corbin | NMLS #297130
Kathy Volkman | NMLS #297348
Guild Mortgage | NMLS #3274

Borrowing against home equity uses your property as collateral and may result in foreclosure if obligations are not met. All loans subject to approval, terms, and conditions.



Guild Mortgage Company