Independence
Mortar Home’s editorial team operates independently of advertising. Advertisers never review, approve or influence coverage, and no writer accepts payment, gifts or free services in exchange for stories.
Accuracy & sourcing
Market figures are drawn from named, dated sources — listing feeds, lender rate sheets, public records and on-the-record interviews. Cost estimates state their assumptions. Where figures are modeled, we say so and publish the method.
Sponsored content
Paid placements are labeled “Sponsored” at the top of the page and are visually distinct from editorial. Affiliate links, where used, are disclosed and never determine a recommendation.
Corrections
We correct errors promptly. Material corrections are noted at the top of the story with the date. Report an error via our Contact page.
AI & imagery
Articles are written and edited by the humans on our masthead. Stock photography is credited; AI-generated imagery, when used for illustration, is labeled.