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MELINDA HENNESSEY

Mortgage Lender

NMLS #979450

WHY WORK WITH MELINDA

Melinda believes mortgage lending should be built on clarity, communication, and trust. Instead of pushing products, she focuses on helping clients understand their options so they can make confident decisions that fit their long-term goals.


As an experienced mortgage loan officer and home equity lender, Melinda works closely with buyers, homeowners, and real estate partners to create financing strategies tailored to each situation.

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PURCHASE


Buying a home doesn’t have to feel complicated. Melinda guides buyers through financing options, payments, and pre-approval so they can move forward with confidence from offer to closing.

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REFINANCE


Refinancing may help align your mortgage with your current goals. Melinda reviews your loan and explains options that could improve payments, terms, or access to home equity.

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RATES


Rates change daily, but understanding your payment matters most. Get a personalized quote or explore how different rate scenarios may impact your monthly mortgage.

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LOAN PROGRAMS


From conventional to FHA, VA, jumbo, and home equity options, Melinda helps match borrowers with loan programs that fit their financial situation and goals.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS THINK

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So much peace of mind


“I can't say enough GOOD things about Melinda! You can tell she really knows the ins and outs of this industry and cares about helping her clients. I've done 4 loans with her and each loan process was smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable—something I never thought I’d say about home financing.

She is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and proactive in communicating every step, responded timely and explained every detail. What really stood out was her commitment to finding the best possible loan option for my situation.


It gave me so much peace of mind knowing I had someone with her level of experience in my corner. Thank you for always making a positive experience! Highly recommend!!"

Charlie Parker

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Wow, what a pro


“We got our home loan through Melinda and things went smoothly through the entire process. We were out of state and needed a loan processor that could think on their feet. Melinda not only tied up all of the loose ends but did so with a 30-day Escrow. Wow, what a pro.
We will definitely ask Melinda help us again."

Julene Tudor

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Melinda is amazing


“Melinda is amazing. She has helped us through buying two homes. From begining to end she answers every question and is right there with you. She is our person and we will continue to use her for every purchase."

Camille Ackerman

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