What is it? A real estate appraisal is when an authorized appraiser valuates your home to give buyers and sellers an idea of what the home is worth. All mortgage lenders require home appraisals before they will give out loans, and it can be very beneficial to know the value of your property. What’s it […]
Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe how fast 2017 has come and gone, but it’s safe to say it was an excellent year for Michigan’s housing market, which was able to surpass the record-setting year established in 2016. Throughout 2017 Michigan home sales increased 5.2% and average home values increased 6.6%. Detroit was recognized […]
We’re almost three weeks into the New Year, but it’s not too late to develop goals for 2018. Now is the perfect time to jump right in and start fresh in your current home! Need ideas? Here are a few real estate goals that you can achieve this year. Fix Those Pesky Maintenance Issues Maybe […]
Your closet is the most underutilized but most important space in your entire home! Yet, time and time again you go to open your sliding closet doors just to be reminded how little of space you have for your belongings. Even after you’ve vacuum–sealed your off-season clothes, there never seems to be enough room. So […]
Because of the cold weather outside, many of us are using fireplaces, candles, space heaters, and automatic starters to keep ourselves and our loved ones warm. However, some of these devices can be harmful if we use them improperly. Here are a couple of reminders about heating up in the winter. Fireplaces: Fireplaces are a great way […]
A 20% down payment is a significant chunk of change. But with enough time to prepare and a little bit of creative budgeting, you’ll be able to save up for your new home sooner than you think. Follow these helpful budgeting tips to get started! Break Down Your Budget While it’s never a bad idea […]
