I’ve been down both roads, and honestly, neither one’s a walk in the park. Seller financing can look great on paper, but I’ve seen deals go sideways w...

I hear you on the peace of mind thing. Years ago, I jumped at a zero down deal on a rental property because it seemed like a no-brainer—keep my cash, ...

You nailed it. I learned that the hard way on my first property—trusted a “recommended” inspector, only to find out after closing that the HVAC was on...

Yeah, that’s been my experience too. I once had an agent who kept saying, “Don’t worry, it’s all standard,” whenever I asked about fees. Next thing I ...

I get what you’re saying, but honestly, I’ve had smoother experiences with credit unions than with the big banks. Maybe it’s just luck of the draw, bu...

Yeah, that’s a real concern. I’ve seen it happen more than once—boards want to avoid rocking the boat, so they paint a rosier picture than reality. On...

That part about the $50 pizza deposit made me laugh—been there. I remember once getting grilled over a $100 cash gift from my grandma, but they didn’t...

Yeah, surveys can save you from some serious headaches. A few years back, I almost bought a property that looked perfect on paper—beautiful views, qui...

Funny you mention under-cabinet lighting—I had a similar experience. A couple years ago, I was prepping a rental property for appraisal and was pretty...