You may have noticed that I haven’t been around very much in the last month. I’ve been out working with clients that are buying and selling homes. Buying a home involves more than simply finding the right house. There are a number of issues that can come...

Yesterday in Part 1 of this series, I told you about one of the bumpy closings that I had this week due to problems with a lender. Today, I want to tell you about the worst lender experience I have ever had while representing buyers. I have been working with a very...

Choosing a lender involves more than simply looking for the lowest interest rate and closing costs. There can be major financial repercussions if your lender misses deadlines such as the appraisal or loan commitment deadline. And it can be disastrous if your lender...

With the flooding this week in Pacific, Eureka and Fenton, Missouri residents have had a big reminder that many homes throughout the St. Louis area are located in flood zones. Keep in mind that flood zones aren’t just limited to the areas on the edges of the...