When buying or selling a home, Brighton Realtor Bob Smith, with Preview Properties, knows there is a lot more involved in closing the deal then most people ever realize. Many of us think it is just a transaction between the buyer and the seller. But, there are many companies and services working behind the scenes […]

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One of the fastest growing cities in Michigan, Howell continues to bring in more residents every year with more homes for sale all the time. Yet, prospective buyers have different needs and personal tastes and since every neighborhood is not the same, it’s a good idea to get to know the areas before buying a […]

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Nothing is more disappointing than finding your dream home only to learn you can’t have it. Maybe you do not qualify financially. Perhaps the neighborhood in which the home is located does not fit your needs. There could be a number of reasons why it won‘t work for you. As an expert in the Brighton […]

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With more than 600 homes for sale in the Brighton Real Estate market, buyers definitely have an upper hand. Yet, as the listings continue to grow, the price of homes are also increasing. As of September, the average home sold for approximately $378,532. This is $100,000 more than the same types of homes were selling […]

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You have already listed your home once with a Hartland Realtor, but to no avail. Now what? With thousands of dollars at stake, you do not want to make the same mistake twice. That said it’s probably a good idea to start fresh–beginning with a new Real Estate agent.
As a rule, most people will […]

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With interest rates at an all time low and the Real Estate market booming, now is the time to buy a home. The possibility of making one of the largest investments in your life however, can easily become overwhelming especially if you’ve always rented. Some of the questions you may ask are: Can I afford […]

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Moving is never easy–whether you’re going across the country or just down the street. With a little forethought and planning however, things don’t have to get out of control. Unfortunately most people don’t realize that what they do before they leave can make all the difference in how smoothly everything goes once they arrive at […]

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Moving into a new community can be scary but it can also be a great adventure. It’s all in the attitude. Of course it helps to have an action plan in place for settling-in and putting your roots down fast. The main things to remember are to remain focused, organized, and proactive.
Upon arriving to […]

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You’ve finally made the big move and you’re all settled in to your new home. So now what? Unfortunately, you’re not done yet. It’s now time to learn how to adjust to this new life and environment you have decided to call “home.”
Children often have a difficult time with change. However, parents can help them […]

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If you’re looking to buy or sell a home, it’s important to understand the difference between tax assessment and appraisal value. Bottom line, the appraisal value determines the asking price of the home. The tax assessment is a tool local governments use to exact a property tax rate on residents.
Tax assessments are figured periodically […]

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