If you want to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, you need to look at the house through the eyes of a buyer. Unfortunately, that can be hard, and putting yourself in the buyer’s shoes can be a tall order. Unfortunately, ignoring the below potential turnoffs will significantly reduce the appeal of […]
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It’s fall – the perfect time to make that downsizing or relocating! We help our clients make the most of their home’s equity, so consider how fiscal and economic policy changes might impact home values. Monetary tightening – Will interest rates increase? Experts say most likely yes, and it will be gradual. Even small incremental […]
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We help our clients evaluate changes in living space. While some senior citizens will inevitably transition into some form of assisted-living situation, many will opt to “age in place” in their own homes as long as possible. Instead of researching nursing homes, they will seek homes that offer them the ability to stay independent. What […]
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Appraisal Contingency For home purchases that require funding, an appraisal is required to determine the overall value of the home. The lender won’t lend more than what a home appraises at, so should an appraisal come in lower than the asking price, a problem arises if a buyer doesn’t have the cash to make up […]
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IMG-0097IMG_0097 Are you looking to sell your house as quickly as possible and for top dollar? If so, then you should focus on increasing the value of your home in order to make it easier to find a buyer and get a higher price. Here are 20 things you can do to increase the […]
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Buying a home involves a lot of decisions, such as making sure it is the right one before you sign on the dotted line. If you only view the property once, you might miss something that’s important. Many real estate agents suggest viewing a home at least twice before making an offer. During the first […]
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No matter where you are on the real estate lifecycle, there are 5 unmistakable signs that it is time to downsize your home. #1 – You Are House Rich and Cash Poor Your home may be your biggest asset, but it should not be your only one. If everything you have is tied up […]
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There are always things to do in order to get your home ready to put on the market. Some are large ticket items, some small, and some may not be necessary at all. It takes a pair of skilled eyes to help you separate the must-do from the don’t-bother. An experienced, savvy real estate agent […]
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Some home buyers are reportedly backing out of purchase contracts due to second-guessing the contract price. That is prompting some listings, Nationally and in Livingston County. to return to the market after a bidding war After losing out in several multiple offer situations, a buyer may head into a new bidding war with an “I’ll […]
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