Mortgages by Maggie

09/08/2026

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE UPSTATE THIS WEEKEND?

Labor Day Weekend has arrived, and Greenville + the Upstate are giving us plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy it!

Here are a few local picks:

FIRST FRIDAY
Art, galleries, local creatives, and community in West Greenville.

DACUSVILLE FARM SHOW
A true Upstate tradition with agriculture, tractors, food, vendors, and family fun.

LABOR DAY LUAU FLOAT-A-PALOOZA
Three days of lake time, music, food, and fun at Saluda Lake Landing.

TOUCH A TRUCK WITH LOCAL HEROES
A great Saturday activity for families at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate.

Whether you're exploring downtown, heading out to the lake, visiting a local event, or simply enjoying a quiet weekend at home…

We hope you enjoy where you live.

Because being a neighborhood lender isn't just about helping people buy homes.

It’s about being part of the communities we call home.

Have a great Labor Day Weekend, Upstate!

What are you getting into this weekend?

09/08/2026

FIRST HOME?

THINK PAYMENT.
NOT JUST RATE.

Buying your first home isn’t just about chasing the lowest rate. It’s about finding a payment that fits your life, your budget, and your goals.

More inventory means more choices—and potentially more negotiating power.

Let’s look at what you can comfortably afford and make a smart move.

Maggie Buchanan
Neighborhood Loans
www.mortgagesbymaggieb.com

Building connections is the most fulfilling part of Maggie's job – empowering others to grow & achieve their goals. She believes with open-minds and shared experiences, we can all do great work and come to solutions that benefit all parties. Maggie is empathetic of the stress accompanying the home...

09/02/2026

The conversation has changed.

Buyers don’t necessarily need to find more houses.

They need to understand which house actually makes sense financially.

Right now, buyers have more choices. Greenville County inventory is up more than 11% year-over-year, and homes are taking longer to sell than they were a year ago.

That means buyers may have more negotiating room—but they also need a lending partner who can help them move quickly when the right home comes along.

That’s where a strong Realtor + lender relationship matters.

✔️ Know the buyer’s numbers before they shop
✔️ Know what payment actually fits their budget
✔️ Know which loan programs may work
✔️ Be ready to structure an offer strategically
✔️ Communicate quickly when the market moves

The goal isn't just getting your buyer into a house.
It's helping them make a smart move.

Realtors, what’s the #1 thing you’re hearing from buyers right now?

The rate.
The payment.
Finding the right house.
Getting a deal.

Tell us below. 👇

09/01/2026

Straight talk on mortgage lending. Discover the things I would never tell you.

“You need 20% down.” ❌
“You need perfect credit.” ❌
“You need to buy RIGHT NOW.” ❌

Share your thoughts in the
Comments!

08/31/2026

🏡 13 families. 13 milestones. 13 reasons to celebrate.

August was a BIG month — but not because of the numbers.

It was big because 13 families took a major step toward the life they’ve been working for.

There were keys handed over.
There were dreams becoming addresses.
There were probably a few happy tears, huge smiles, and plenty of “WE DID IT!” moments.

Behind every loan is a story.
A first home.
A new beginning.
A move closer to family.
A place to finally call their own.

And this month, Maggie had the privilege of being part of 13 of those stories.

13 homes closed.
$5,050,853 in funding.
Countless memories about to be made.

To every client and family who trusted Maggie to be part of such an important chapter — THANK YOU. It is an honor to help make these moments happen.

And now we're looking at YOU…

Could your “WE DID IT!” moment be next?

Maybe you've been thinking about buying but aren't sure where you stand. Maybe you think you need more saved, better credit, or a bigger down payment.

You might be closer than you think.

Let’s find out.

Maggie would love to have a conversation about your goals and help you understand what your path to homeownership could look like.

Your story could be the next one we celebrate.

📞 702-354-7468
🌐 mortgagesbymaggieb.com

Your next chapter might start with a conversation.

08/30/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Maggie Buchanan by Jasmine G S - Maggie made the whole process so easy and stress free for us! From the pre-approval to closing she was always available to answer any questions and kept us up to date and informed on everything happening. Maggie truly made the home buying process a breeze and we just appreciate her so much!

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08/26/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Maggie Buchanan by Laura V - Maggie made our first home-buying experience super smooth and easy! We are so grateful

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08/26/2026

REALTOR WEDNESDAY

The market may be changing. That doesn’t mean the opportunities are disappearing.

It means we have to keep showing up.
Keep learning.
Keep communicating.
Keep finding solutions.
And most importantly, keep helping people move forward.

For Realtors, this is a time to stay connected, stay informed, and surround yourself with professionals who are ready to help you navigate the changes with confidence.

And for anyone thinking about buying a home…

Don’t let the market make the decision for you.

Your homeownership journey is personal. Your goals are personal. And the right strategy starts with understanding your options.

At Neighborhood Loans and Mortgages By Maggie, we believe the best transactions happen when Realtors and lenders work together — keeping the focus where it belongs:

On the client. On the goal. On getting them home.

Realtors, we’re in this with you.
Future homeowners, we’re here when you’re ready.

Let’s keep moving forward. 🏡
Maggie Buchanan | Mortgages by Maggie

08/26/2026

🏡💰 GREENVILLE: Let's do a financial checkup.

You may have more options than you realize.

If you're thinking about buying a home, wondering whether you could qualify, or already own and feel like your monthly debt payments are getting out of control, let's run the numbers.

I'm opening up Mortgage Checkups for:

🏠 RENTERS: Could you qualify to buy?

🔑 FUTURE BUYERS: What price/payment should you realistically target?

💰 HOMEOWNERS: Have you built equity you could strategically use?

💳 HIGH-INTEREST DEBT: Would consolidating debt improve your monthly cash flow?

🔨 HOME IMPROVEMENTS: Could equity help fund the project instead of putting it on credit cards?

📉 CURRENT MORTGAGE: Does refinancing make sense—or should you KEEP the great mortgage you already have?

There is no universal answer.

And that's exactly the point.

I don't want to tell you that you should buy or should refinance.

I want to show you the numbers so YOU can make that decision.

Comment CHECKUP or send me a private message and we'll start there. If you're ready to apply and just want to see what options you have, apply here: www.mortgagesbymaggieb.com

No pressure. No judgment. Just options.

Maggie Buchanan | Neighborhood Loans
Mortgages by Maggie

All financing is subject to credit approval, qualification, property eligibility and applicable program guidelines. Refinancing may increase total finance charges over the life of the loan.

08/25/2026

You don’t need to have it all figured out—you just need to know your options.

Start at www.mortgagesbymaggieb.com

Building connections is the most fulfilling part of Maggie's job – empowering others to grow & achieve their goals. She believes with open-minds and shared experiences, we can all do great work and come to solutions that benefit all parties. Maggie is empathetic of the stress accompanying the home...