Here’s the honest answer: nothing is 100% final until the money has funded and recorded. That’s not pessimism — it’s just how real estate works. Deals have fallen apart the day before closing. They’ve fallen apart at the closing table. These are rare, but they happen. That said, treating every stage of a transaction like…
You’re under contract. The inspection is done, the appraisal came back fine, and now everything has gone quiet. Days are passing. Your closing date is getting closer. And the only updates you’re getting are some version of “still in underwriting.” The question that builds with every passing day: “Is this normal — or is something…
You’ve got a signed contract, the inspection is behind you, and everything feels like it’s on track. Then the appraisal comes back and the number isn’t what anyone expected. For buyers, the stomach drops. For sellers, the frustration is immediate. And for both sides, the first question is usually: “Is this normal — or is…
Here’s what I know: the moment a buyer gets their inspection report, one of two things happens. Either they flip through it, shrug, and feel fine — or they hit page three and start spiraling. For most people, it’s the second one. A 40- or 50-page report full of photos, flagged items, and repair recommendations…