MASSILLON, Ohio, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What do lenders really focus on when deciding to approve a mortgage application? That's the question answered in a HelloNation article featuring Jeanna Costanzo of Friends and Family Credit Union. The piece explains how the mortgage lending process prioritizes long-term financial habits over perfect credit, and how applicants can better understand the factors that influence a mortgage approval.
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