That’s the story of every loan file these days. I’ve had clients upload the same W-2 three times and still get a “missing documents” alert. The tech i...

Honestly, I’ve seen folks try to handle foreclosure stuff solo and it rarely ends well. The paperwork alone can trip up even the most organized people...

You nailed it with that one. I’ve literally watched an underwriter go from grilling a client over a $50 Venmo transfer one week, to waving through a s...

Couldn’t agree more with your approach. I’ve watched clients tie themselves in knots trying to outsmart the market—most end up missing the window that...

Had a client recently whose insurer suddenly flagged their roof as "too old," even though it passed inspection just fine two years ago. Switched provi...

Yikes, that's rough—sewer backups are no joke. Had a client once who skipped the chimney inspection because the fireplace looked brand new. Two months...

Compliance can feel like a pain, no doubt, but honestly, I've seen situations where even small details uncovered bigger issues down the line. Had a cl...

Totally with you on that one—I've seen quite a few folks over the years get into tight spots because they blurred that line too much. Years ago, I had...

I remember when I refinanced a few years back, it felt exactly like that pool analogy. I kept thinking, "Am I really about to dive into this?" But hon...

I've seen it go both ways, honestly. Had a client once who found this amazing place—perfect neighborhood, great schools, the works—but hadn't gotten p...

Haha, the Craigslist couch deposit thing is classic—I've seen lenders question even smaller amounts. Had a client once who had to write a whole letter...

Yeah, seeing those numbers laid out plainly can be pretty sobering. Had a client once who joked that the bank should at least mow his lawn since they ...