That “graspable” handrail debate is classic. I once watched an inspector measure a GFCI outlet’s distance from a sink with what looked like a spaghett...

That “extras” line gets me every time. It’s like, you think you’ve budgeted for everything, and then—bam—your water heater throws a tantrum or the pro...

Microscope is right—sometimes it feels like the underwriters are looking for buried treasure in your bank statements. I always tell folks: if you’re e...

Title: When a fixed rate just won’t cut it: a mortgage adventure I’ve watched more than one client get lured in by those shiny low ARM rates, only to...

That’s classic. I always tell folks: Step 1, expect the unexpected. Step 2, have your paper trail ready anyway. The more organized you are, the less t...

I’ve seen folks get so caught up in chasing the “perfect” rate that they end up never pulling the trigger—analysis paralysis is real. Ever had a clien...

Honestly, I once had a deal where the first officer acted like asking for a loan was the same as requesting state secrets. Every email was a new “urge...

Been there, done that, nearly lost my shirt to a grant with more strings than a puppet show. I once had a client who thought she’d hit the jackpot wit...

Step 1: Get ready for a wild ride—VA appraisers have eagle eyes. I totally get what you mean about the “chipped paint thing.” But hey, I’ve seen a de...