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Posted on 10/04/2020
Home Selling Costs You Need to Know About
Selling a home usually requires various investments along the way. In fact, some of the most common house selling costs include: 1. Lawn Care Maintaining a neat, tidy lawn is crucial, particularly for a seller who wants to stir up significant interest in his or her residence. As such, it generally is a good idea to account for lawn...
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Posted on 09/27/2020
Inheriting Property: What Are Your Options?
Image by Annalise Batista from Pixabay One of the basic things that people prepare for in their end of life planning is their property. A family home, for example, is often passed down to the couple's children or next of kin. Often, though, the people who inherit the property don't think about what they'll do with the home...
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Posted on 09/20/2020
3 Factors to Consider Before You Counter an Offer to Purchase
You don't need to be a home selling expert to counter a buyer's offer to purchase your house. In fact, sellers who know what factors to consider as they evaluate a homebuying proposal may be better equipped than others to submit a successful counter-offer. Now, let's take a look at three factors a seller should consider before countering a...
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Posted on 09/13/2020
Home Buying: Use an Agent or DIY?
Photo by Arka38 via Shutterstock After spending enough time researching real estate online, you probably think you can do just as good a job selling your home as a professional real estate agent. However, it's more difficult than it sounds. Even though you can access many of the same advertising venues as a professional, they have a wide...
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Posted on 09/06/2020
Legal Reasons to Back Out of a Real Estate Purchase Contract
Photo by Gerd Altmann via PixabayOnce you sign a purchase agreement, whether you are the buyer or seller, it is very difficult to back out of it. However, as a buyer, you are able to back out if your real estate agent drafts the contract properly. Real estate agents use a standard contract. That does not mean that...
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Posted on 08/30/2020
How To Make Flat-Pack Furniture Seem Built In
Photo by Melinda Nagy via Shutterstock Buying your first home is exciting, and your dream-book is full of magazine cutouts and interior design sketches. But many entry-level or starter homes do not come with the built-in shelving of your designer-inspired visions. What do you do on a budget? Use your imagination, a little ingenuity and flat-pack furnishings. What...
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Posted on 08/23/2020
Signs to Look for in a Good Contractor
Photo by Michal Jarmoluk via Pixabay Home décor and styles change all the time. One of the main things to remember before getting ready to completely remodel is choosing the right contractor. Although there are many contractors in the area, making sure they are able to do the job correctly makes all the difference. What are some things...
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Posted on 08/16/2020
What is Home Repair Insurance?
Photo by: Caleb Woods via Unsplash Home repair insurance is an optional service agreement also known as a home warranty. It is put in place to save costs when there may be a need for repairs or replacement of any major system or household appliances. Often added as an incentive to sweeten a sale, a great home warranty...
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Posted on 09/30/2020
Another Property Sold - 6147 Crooked River Dr, Swartz Creek, MI 48473
Completion date is May/June 2020. 1402-A NEW single-story home with 2-car garage! Inside is a spacious kitchen which looks out to the living room. The owner's suite features a private bathroom and walk in closet. Additionally, are 3 more bedrooms and another full bath! Photos are of a model home photo or artist rendering due to construction stage. HOA is...
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Posted on 09/24/2020
Another Property Sold - 2260 Shattuck, Saginaw, MI 48603
EASY ACCESS! You will be close to shopping, dining, highway and schools. This homes has its original charm and character. 3 bedrooms possibly 4. There is a office and plenty of storage on every floor. The extra large yard is fenced with a 2 car garage and extra shed. Some newer windows, roof and driveway. All appliances stay included the dog washing station in the...
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Posted on 09/09/2020
Another Property Sold - 12114 Willard Rd, Otter Lake, MI 48464
Price drop!!! Private serenity on just over 10 acres of land! Build your dream home and still have plenty of room to play! Set up your tree stand and watch the deer come in, or create trails for 4 wheeling. Whatever your heart desires! Contact me for a showing...
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Posted on 09/09/2020
9404 Mckinley Rd, Montrose, MI 48457 is now new to the market!
Come home to this well maintained ranch including a full basement with 9 foot ceilings that you can finish to your hearts desire; with a wide open floor plan on the main floor, and almost 9 acres outside, there is plenty of room to spread out and relax. A 2 car garage with a 24X28 workshop at the back, and an extra pole barn, means there is room for all of the toys as well! Entertain in the oversized dining room that is completely open to the even roomier living area, enhanced by vaulted ceilings. Enjoy the oversized sun room overlooking the large, private yard; or relax and roast marshmallows in the custom fire ring. It?s a vacation,...
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