Had a similar issue come up recently with a client. They bought a place, everything seemed fine, but then discovered their neighbor's fence was actual...

Totally agree on the break-even point—it's surprising how many people skip that step. A couple other things I've seen: - Watch out for prepayment pen...

I've seen a few clients try the local bank or credit union route, and honestly, it can make a difference. A couple things I've noticed: - Smaller ban...

• Good question—honestly, you can't plan for everything. Even the most careful research can miss stuff like sudden zoning changes or surprise market s...

Haha, yeah, the grocery store grapevine is surprisingly reliable sometimes. A few things I've noticed: - Local coffee shops and diners are goldmines ...

- Honestly, lenders probably don't have much wiggle room to factor in bureau delays—it's all about risk management for them. - Had a similar issue rec...