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Helping home buyers in Texas, New Mexico and Arizona get exactly what they want and need!

Cardinal Financial Company, Limited Partnership - NMLS 66247
13037 Quaker Ave Ste 200
Lubbock TX 79423
Equal Housing Opportunity

11/05/2026

Sometimes supporting a military family looks like inviting the new neighbors over for dinner, offering a school pickup, or remembering to check in a few weeks after the move.

November is National Military Family Month. It’s a good reminder that there are plenty of small ways to make life a little easier for the military families in our communities.

In my line of work, one way I can help is by answering questions about VA home loans when families are ready to explore buying a home. To the military families in our community, thank you for all you do, and you are supported here.

10/29/2026

It’s National Cat Day. Your cat would like to know how this is different from every other day.

They already get the best seat, their meals served, and complete control over when you’re allowed to move. But somehow, you’re the one paying their pet rent.

Finding a rental that allows pets can be frustrating. Add pet deposits, monthly fees, and the worry that a change in landlords could mean new rules at your next renewal, and it’s a lot to manage for a family member you can’t imagine leaving behind.

Whether you love cats, dogs, or both, having more control over where your whole family calls home is one more reason to consider buying.

Ready to talk about a place of your own? Let’s chat.

Your cat won’t appreciate that you bought them a house. But they will appreciate the moving boxes.

10/27/2026

Some people get excited about a beautifully organized closet. I get excited about a complete set of mortgage documents.

Every page included. Nothing cut off. Everything readable. It’s a beautiful thing.

And yes, when a statement says “Page 1 of 6,” I really do need all six pages. Even the blank one.

It might seem like a small detail, but complete documents help reduce follow-up requests and keep your loan moving.

Not sure what to send? Ask me. Helping you sort through the paperwork is part of my job. Appreciating how beautifully you submitted it? That’s just a perk.

10/24/2026

FALSE! Owning a home before doesn’t automatically rule you out of down payment assistance.

While some programs are specifically for first-time buyers, others, like Cardinal Financial’s Cardinal Elite program, are available to eligible repeat buyers, too.

Maybe you’ve owned before but have been renting for a while. Or you’re ready for your next home, but the upfront costs feel like a hurdle. It’s worth finding out what options you may qualify for before assuming assistance isn’t available to you.

With Cardinal Elite, assistance comes through a second mortgage paired with an FHA first mortgage. It has repayment obligations, so we’ll walk through the terms and what both payments would mean for your budget.

Send me a message, and let’s explore whether down payment assistance could fit your next move.

All loans subject to credit approval. Program eligibility, requirements, and availability apply.

10/23/2026

What’s scarier than a haunted house?
Surveys show home buyers fear repair nightmares — mold, termites, leaking roofs — way more than any poltergeist. And those issues don’t just haunt the house… they can haunt the mortgage too. Major repairs can affect the appraisal, delay closing, or even impact financing. That’s why a thorough home inspection isn’t just smart — it’s protection for both the buyer and the loan.Ghosts are optional. Surprise repair bills after closing? Not so much.

10/21/2026

If you’re waiting for everyone to agree it’s a good time to buy a home, you might be waiting a while.

Lower rates can bring more buyers into the market, which may mean competing offers and paying more for the home. Higher rates can make the payment harder to manage, even when there’s more room to negotiate with a seller.

There’s usually a tradeoff.

Meanwhile, your lease is coming up, your family needs more space, or that new job means a move. Life doesn’t wait for the mortgage market.

That doesn’t mean you should rush into buying. It means it’s worth looking at your options before deciding you have to wait.

Let’s review the estimated payment and upfront costs. We can also discuss how seller concessions, if negotiated, could help with eligible closing costs or a rate buydown.

Your teammate’s uncle might have an opinion. Let’s make sure you have numbers.

Message me, and we’ll talk.

10/16/2026

Another year of pet rent for a dog who doesn’t even have a job. Another year of staring at walls you’d love to paint. And another late-night update on your neighbor’s life, courtesy of those paper-thin walls.

If you’re ready for a place you can make your own, it may be time to find out what buying could look like.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. We can talk about where you are now and what steps could help you get there.

Before you sign another lease, let’s have a conversation about your options.

10/15/2026

You found a home you love. Now you’re wondering, “Can I actually make this work?”

Let’s have that conversation before you’re standing in the kitchen picturing your first morning there.

Getting started with a lender early gives you time to ask questions, explore down payment options, and understand what a monthly payment could look like for you. We can also work through the pre-approval process so you’re better prepared when you find a home you want to make an offer on.

Already saving listings? Send me a message. Let’s talk about the financing that goes with them.

10/08/2026

Life doesn’t pause because you’re buying a home. The kids still have activities, and unexpected expenses still happen.

If you’re wondering whether something could affect your mortgage, ask me. You don’t need to feel embarrassed or figure it out alone.

I’d much rather talk through your situation with you than have you spend the weekend worrying about it.

10/05/2026

Let’s not do that: dispute a credit account during the loan process without checking with us first.

Improving your credit is usually a positive step, but timing matters. A new dispute can change how an account is evaluated and may affect your loan review.

Before contacting a creditor or disputing an account, talk with us. We’ll help you understand how the action could affect your mortgage journey.

Credit strategy and mortgage strategy need to work together.

Address

13037 QUAKER Avenue SUITE 200
Lubbock, TX
79423

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18064760585

Website

https://cardinalfinancial.com/harlamcdougal/

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