For Tanner and Mariah Sharp, 2024 was a life-changing year. In November, the couple officially adopted their two daughters, Ella and LeeAnn, completing their dream of becoming a family of four.
With this milestone celebrated, they were eager to move out of town and begin a new chapter in the countryside. They envisioned their daughters growing up on a property with plenty of room to run around and play outside.
On the outskirts of the small town of Rosebush, MIchigan, the Sharps fell in love with a five-acre hobby farm, complete with a mid-1920s stone farmhouse, a pole barn and of course, plenty of space for the girls to explore and play.
The property was perfect, but just as they approached the finish line in the home-buying process, their previous lender unexpectedly backed out of the deal. The reason? A windmill lease tied to the property. The news came just days before closing, leaving the Sharps discouraged and scrambling to find a solution.
“We found out two or three days before closing that our lender wasn’t going to finish the loan,” Tanner Sharp said. “It was pretty disheartening.”
A In just 17 days the Sharps were able to close on their dream country
property with the help of the GreenStone team.
Turning to GreenStone for Help
With limited options and a fast-approaching deadline, the Sharps turned to GreenStone. Both Tanner Sharp’s parents and his brother and sister-in-law were GreenStone customers and had positive experiences working with the team. Encouraged by their recommendations, he reached out to Financial Services Officer, Jordan Hendrian.
“I got Jordan’s contact information from my sister-in-law, and I explained the situation to him,” Tanner Sharp recalled. “Jordan said, ‘Let’s talk over the details and see how fast we can turn this around.’ From that point, everything moved quickly.”
A Race Against Time
GreenStone’s team immediately got to work to make sure the Sharps got into their dream home. Typically, closing a home loan takes about 30-35 days, but the Sharps didn’t have that kind of time. They were set to sell their current home in a few days, and without a solution, they faced the very real possibility of being left without a place to live.
“Everyone—from the appraisal team to the loan processors—worked on all cylinders to make this happen,” Hendrian explained. “We knew this was a priority, not just to get the deal done, but to ensure the Sharps had a place to call home for their family.”
In just 17 days, GreenStone closed on the loan. To make it happen, the team coordinated with the title company to transfer the necessary documents into GreenStone’s name and successfully transferred an existing appraisal to save the Sharps time and money.
“Jordan was on the ball,” Tanner recalled. “He told us exactly what he needed, and we got it to him right away. GreenStone’s communication was by far superior to anything we’d experienced before. They kept us informed every step of the way.”
The team even worked with the seller’s realtor to allow the Sharps to rent the property while the loan was being finalized, ensuring they could move in right after selling their previous home.
Starting a New Chapter
Now settled into their forever home, the Sharps are loving life in the countryside. They’re enjoying the charm of their historic stone farmhouse and have plans to update the home while preserving its vintage woodwork and character. More importantly, they’re cherishing this time as a family, creating memories with Ella and LeeAnn in a space they can call their own.
“GreenStone turned a stressful situation into a seamless experience,” Tanner remarked. “They were the reason we were able to close so quickly and start this new life on the farm. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner.”
For the Sharps, the experience reinforced the importance of working with a lender they could trust.
“Jordan went the extra mile to make sure everything went smoothly,” Tanner added. “He even ensured the appraisal didn’t cost us anything extra. GreenStone proved they were willing to do what it takes to make things work.”
Greenstone Financial Services Officer Jordan Hendrian was eager to help make the Sharps'
dream of moving into their farmhouse a reality despite any challenges they faced.
A Team Effort at GreenStone
For Jordan, the Sharps’ story is a testament to what’s possible when everyone works together.
“To pull off a 17-day closing takes dedication on both sides,” he said. “Tanner and Mariah were incredibly responsive, getting everything back to us within minutes. Their realtor was fantastic, and everyone at GreenStone worked tirelessly to make this happen.”
Jordan also noted how the collaboration highlighted GreenStone’s unique ability to navigate unexpected challenges. “It was rewarding to hear the Sharp’s realtor say, ‘I know we can go through GreenStone without any issues.’ That trust in us made a big difference.”
GreenStone’s Commitment to Making Dreams Happen
For GreenStone, the Sharps’ story is more than just a story about a successful loan—it’s a reflection of their mission to support rural families and their dreams. “This was a win for everyone involved,” Jordan said. “It showed what we can accomplish when we put our heads together and focus on helping families like the Sharps achieve their goals. It’s moments like this that remind us why we do what we do.”Thanks to GreenStone, the Sharps can look forward to many happy years in the country—creating memories, raising their daughters and living out their country dreams.
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