Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay It may be tempting to purchase your first home without the help of a real estate agent. If you want to risk not having professional help to buy your first house, you can, but you’ll be leaving a lot of benefits on the table and assuming all the risks. The Benefits of...

Image by Nattanan Kanchanaprat from Pixabay Preparing to purchase a home? It’s time to get your finances in order. Although this is an exciting time, you’d be surprised to learn how much a new home purchase can leave you strapped for cash. Saving for your home can get you prepared to have money for your down payment and...

Image by Marina Pousheva from Shutterstock One of the clear benefits of siding is to protect both the exterior and interior of the home. This protection is mainly against harsh elements. There are many siding options from which to choose, but the standard siding choice is vinyl siding. Homeowners looking to add this feature to their home will...

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There is a lot of discussion today about whether or not a real estate agent is necessary for the most successful sale of your home. You may have all the required skills and experience to handle it yourself, but that’s hard to figure out if you don’t know what a real estate...

Believe it or not, selling a home may prove to be a good idea. In fact, there are many reasons why selling a residence could be beneficial, and these include: 1. You can earn a profit from your home sale. If you have allocated significant time and resources to maintain your residence, you may find there will be lots...

Image by Chris Goodwin from Pexels Your luxury home is a major investment, so it’s important to make sure that you’re approaching the selling process the right way. Selling a luxury home comes with certain challenges that you’re less likely to encounter with a non-luxury home. Luxury homes aren’t as numerous overall, so you’ll have to work harder...

Photo by Karsten Bergmann via Pixabay Take a tour through the United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium or Holland, and you’ll see beautiful historic homes with painted brick exteriors. Wander down streets of hundreds-of-years-old houses, and the most memorable ones are those with painted brick exteriors. But if your brick is in perfect condition, why would you paint it? Odd-Colored...

Believe it or not, home sellers may encounter many expenses after they list their residences. These costs include: 1. Home Cleaning and Maintenance Costs Before you start showing your residence to prospective buyers, it often is beneficial to clean your house. As such, you may need to purchase assorted cleaning supplies. Or, you can always hire a professional home...

Picture yourself in this adorable ranch home situated on a quiet tree lined street with sidewalks. You can walk to quaint downtown Berkley & it's just a few minutes drive to downtown Birmingham, Royal Oak & Ferndale & minutes from Beaumont Hospital. Move in ready, this home has had many updates, including Hanson Windows, basement Waterproofing with warranty by Foundation Systems of MI, New sewer line from the house out to the street. New laminate flooring, granite counters in kitchen, update bath & a new washer & dryer. A huge detached garage is a rare find & perfect for someone needing a work/craft space or storage...

Picture yourself in this adorable ranch home situated on a quiet tree lined street with sidewalks. You can walk to quaint downtown Berkley & it's just a few minutes drive to downtown Birmingham, Royal Oak & Ferndale & minutes from Beaumont Hospital. Move in ready, this home has had many updates, including Hanson Windows, basement Waterproofing with warranty by Foundation Systems of MI, New sewer line from the house out to the street. New laminate flooring, granite counters in kitchen, update bath & a new washer & dryer. A huge detached garage is a rare find & perfect for someone needing a work/craft space or storage...

Under Contract Before Hitting the Market. Turn Key, MOVE IN READY home in the Ashford Sub. Large Corner lot w/established landscaping. Updated interior including gorgoeous stacked stone fireplace surround, granite kitchen w/stainless appliances, & updated baths, including a SPA like master. Gorgeous hardwood flrs grace the entry, kitchen & half bath. A lrg main flr office off the entry is perfect for those working from home. Is entertaining on your list of things to do once we can all socialize again? Than this is the perfect home for that with a flowing floor plan & a huge great room which opens to the kitchen & dining area....

This quality built home in Pebble Creek w/Clarkston Schools "checks" all the boxes that are most important to todays buyer's. First Floor Master suite w/12' ceilings & an updated onsuite bath w/deep jetted tub & double doors in the bedrm opening to a private deck perfect for enjoying that 1st cup of morning coffee. "Check"! Show stopping Great Rm w/2 story soaring ceilings & a warming fireplace."Check"! Need a home office? There are 2 options. A Lg 1st flr office that could also be a formal dining rm, & a lrg. loft area on the 2nd flr makes the perfect spot for a 2nd office or study space. "Check"! Always wanted a 4 season...