Maryville’s
Mortgage Professor
Straightforward, education-first mortgage guidance for Maryville and Blount County—no hype, no pressure, just a clear path to closing.
Meet Chandler —
Eastern Tennessee’s own
Chandler is an Oklahoma native who has made Eastern Tennessee home, where he serves as Senior Pastor at First Baptist Alcoa. He holds degrees from Oklahoma Baptist University (B.A.), the University of St. Andrews, Scotland (MLitt), and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (ThM), and is currently a PhD Senior Resident.
He brings Professor Lending’s education-first approach to every Maryville and Blount County client—explain the options clearly, then let the borrower decide with confidence.
The difference between a broker
and a bank
A bank offers one set of products at their rates. An independent mortgage broker shops the entire market. Professor Lending has access to dozens of wholesale lenders—meaning we find the loan that fits your life, not the loan that fits a quota.
Maryville and Blount County are our home turf in Eastern Tennessee. We know the growth corridors near the Smoky Mountains, the local builders, and how financing works for both in-town resales and new construction.
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One broker.
Whether you’re buying your first home, investing, or building new in Blount County—we have a program that fits.
Zero down, no MI, competitive rates for eligible veterans and active-duty service members in the Maryville area.
3\u20133.5% down for FHA and conventional. Zero down with USDA for eligible addresses outside Maryville and Alcoa.
Cash flow based, not income or tax-return based. No income documents whatsoever. Ideal for rental property investors.
0% down, no MI, and student loan payments can be excluded from your debt-to-income ratio.
Nationwide DPA programs for qualifying buyers. We’ll identify every grant and assistance option available.
Bank statement loans and non-QM options for business owners and 1099 earners who’ve been declined elsewhere.
We know Maryville & Alcoa.
Including Springbrook.
Maryville, the Blount County seat, and neighboring Alcoa continue to see steady growth pulled by proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains and the Knoxville metro. Chandler works with buyers across both cities.
That includes the Springbrook neighborhood in Alcoa—a well-established, walkable area near Springbrook Park and Alcoa’s town center. Whether it’s a starter home near downtown Maryville or a resale in Springbrook, Chandler can walk you through what financing looks like for that specific address.
Common questions from
Maryville buyers
Yes. Professor Lending is licensed to originate mortgages in Tennessee, along with a number of other states across the country. Chandler works directly with buyers throughout Blount County.
Many areas surrounding Maryville and Alcoa are USDA-eligible for zero-down financing. Eligibility depends on the specific address—we can check yours in a few minutes at no cost.
Yes—Chandler works throughout Alcoa, including Springbrook, and can speak to typical price points and financing options for that neighborhood specifically.
A bank only offers their own loan products at their own rates. As an independent mortgage broker, Professor Lending partners with 25+ of the nation’s top lenders to find the best pricing and the best credit qualification for your situation.
Most clients have a pre-approval letter within 24 hours of submitting their application—which gives you a real edge with sellers in a competitive Blount County market.
No. We can provide a rate quote and program overview with no credit pull and no obligation. A soft pull is used first when you’re ready to move forward.
Ready to buy in Maryville or Alcoa?
Let’s find your best rate.
Free quote. No credit pull. Pre-approval in 24 hours or less.