This is exactly what I've been thinking about lately. As a first-time homeowner, it's frustrating—but hearing others face similar hurdles helps. Guess...

Had a similar experience when I bought my first home last year: - Submitted all my docs online, thought I was good to go. - Got flagged because my si...

- Personally, I went with around 20% reserves on my first property—felt a bit excessive at first, but honestly, when the AC broke mid-summer, I was gl...

Totally agree with this. When I bought my first place, the kitchen was straight outta the 80s—think wood paneling and laminate countertops. I almost p...