Latest Blog Posts
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An open house can be an ideal way to introduce a bulk of buyers to the property you're hoping to sell them, and done right, an open house can sometimes generate multiple offers. The key, though, is "done right" -- not every open house is going to be a buyer's bonanza, and…
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Real estate investing is gaining popularity, and if you’ve been giving it some thought, this guide will give you an overview. The goal of any real estate investor is typically to make money. This means purchasing an investment property at a good price so you can rent…
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First-Time Home Buyer Savings Accounts (FHSA) are common in other states; however, this is the first of its kind in Michigan!
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One of the very best things about owning your own home is that you can change it to fit yourself and your lifestyle. Home renovations are more popular than ever before, and there are countless shows, blogs, magazines and other resources where you can indulge your dreams of…
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Report after report shows pet owners are buying homes with their furry friends in mind.
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The process of financing a home can seem overwhelming, but it doesn't need to be. If you take a few steps upfront to manage the financial details early, you’ll thank yourself on moving day.
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Just like in any other profession, there are good real estate agents ... and there are, unfortunately, subpar real estate agents, too. But how do you know if you've got a dreamboat or a dud handling your real estate transaction?
One way to know whether you've got a good…
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There are specific tactics and strategies that wouldn’t make sense for another type of property but suit luxury homes. Firstly, avoid the 'l' word.
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If you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate, getting your finances in order before you start searching for properties and scheduling appointments will save you from money headaches in the long run.
Real estate investments could be one of your largest…
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Between micro-apartments, tiny homes, and even #vanlife, the real estate industry is taking the saying “less is more” to previously unknown levels. And while we can all get behind the idea of streamlining your life and shedding possessions that no longer meet…
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Selling your house can be an intensely emotional experience in any market, but it's particularly nerve-wracking when it seems like other homes are going under contract in a matter of days while your listing lingers. In that situation, sellers can't help but wonder if there…
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When you're fully invested in buying a home it can be a pins-and-needles process, and that goes triple for anyone who’s embarking on homeownership for the very first time. Being in-the-know eases anxious feelings, so follow the scouts motto and Be Prepared.…
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As a homeowner, it's perfectly natural to wonder how much your house is currently worth (and, not so incidentally, how much money you might make today if you were to sell it). Even though the internet has brought information about home values directly to our fingertips, not…
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When you're selling your house, it can be tempting to hope that buyers will see past the surface to the beautiful bone structure of your abode and realize what a lovely life they could make in it.
But the truth is that most homes could use a little bit of a facelift…
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It’s always a good idea to get a home inspection — even in a brand-new house. You don’t want to find out there’s a problem after you move in, and an inspection is the best way to figure that out.
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Is now the best time to sell your home? That’s an intensely personal question that depends on a number of factors.
In 2006, some sellers might have been wondering if they should have waited another year and netted even more profit … but today we know that those…
