Had a buddy recently go through something similar, and man, the appraisal was a rollercoaster. He was convinced his place was worth way more (aren't w...

Haha, your buddy's story sounds painfully familiar. I once jumped into a deal without pre-approval because the house was just too perfect to pass up. ...

Your excavation nightmare reminds me of the time I thought I'd scored the perfect lot—flat, clear, and ready to go. Then came the soil test results......