What is a Furnace Tune-Up?
May 15, 2024
What is a Furnace Tune-Up?Some HVAC pros prefer to call it routine maintenance. Whatever you call a tune-up, it keeps your furnace in top shape and saves you money.Similar to your car or other gasoline-powered equipment, a periodic tune-up is needed. Carburetors can fall out of adjustment and burn too much fuel, stall because they aren’...
Maximizing Small Living Spaces
April 23, 2024
MAXIMIZING SMALL LIVING SPACESClutter driving you nuts? Did you move in with someone only to find you have duplicates of everything from headboards to can openers? Here are 7 tips to help you make the most out of small spaces:1. Weed out the extras. A yard sale will alleviate some clutter and a trip to the local Goodwill even ...
6 Tips to Sell Your Home Fast
March 14, 2024
6 Tips to Sell Your Home Fast 1. Find the Right Real Estate AgentIf you want to sell your home fast, the first step is to hire a real estate agent. The ideal person will know the local market and have a sales record that proves they know how to sell. Keep in mind the seller is often responsible ...
7 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes To Avoid
November 13, 2023
Embarking on the journey of buying your first home is an exciting endeavor. However, amid the excitement, it’s easy to stumble into common pitfalls that many first-time homebuyers encounter. From overlooking crucial details to underestimating financial aspects, these missteps can turn what should be an exciting milestone into a stressful experience. In this short guide, we’ll look ...
Top 7 tips for 1st time Homebuyers
September 15, 2023
Here are some tips to prepare yourself in order to purchase your first home!Maintain your credit – pull your credit report and review for accuracy. If you see any errors or areas you need to work on, do that first before getting pre-approved with a lender.Nail down your budget – Beyond just what you can afford ...
Down Payment Assistance Programs of Michigan
August 09, 2023
Buying a home is a significant investment that requires a lot of financial planning and preparation. One of the major obstacles that potential homebuyers face is saving up for a down payment. Fortunately, there are several down payment assistance programs in Michigan that aim to make homeownership more accessible for everyone.Down payment assistance programs provide financial support to ...
Updating your home to sell... without going broke!
April 14, 2023
If you're looking to sell your home, there are several cost-effective updates you can make to increase its appeal to potential buyers and boost its value. Here are a few of the most effective updates to consider:Paint: A fresh coat of paint can give your home a clean and updated look, and it's relatively inexpensive. Choose neutral ...
7 Easy Fixes to Try if Your Heater Isn't Working
March 15, 2023
It's always the worst timing when something in your home stops working or breaks down especially your furnace! Your furnace is one the most important appliances in your home even if the summer months. Before you call the repair company take a look at the list below to see if they do the trick. Check your ...
Spring has Sprung Tips
February 15, 2023
Spring has Sprung TipsSpring will be here before we know it and in some areas are starting to see the beginning of plants poking through the ground already! In the metro area of Michigan, we’ve had an unusually mild winter and warmer temps for February, currently 52° as of this writing! Here are some tips to ...
How to Prepare Your Home for the Season
December 09, 2022
If you're preparing your home for fall and winter, you're probably looking forward to family gatherings and other holiday fun. However, you may run into seasonal challenges if you also plan on selling your home during this busy time. Distracted buyers, home staging issues, and the end of daylight savings time offer prime examples.Are you preparing ...
Top 7 Tips For Selling Your Home In The Winter Time
October 12, 2022
While it can be expected to have fewer buyers during the winter time, it’s important to know the ones that are out during those cold months are seriously motivated! Ensuring your home is ready to show will help get your that offer!Shovel – If you are in an area where the snow falls it’s ...
7 Things Every Buyer Should Know in This Market
May 09, 2022
The real estate market is on fire right now. More than 80% of Americans ages 18–34 said now was a bad time to buy a home, and the median home-sale price reached a record high of $365,000 in January. That’s a 28% increase from January 2019! The inventory simply hasn’t kept up with buyer demand. ...
Spring Cleaning Tips (Including Some You Might've Never Though Of!)
April 15, 2022
Well, it's that time again...spring is in the air!....but so is that musty garage you've been packing stuff in for the last year. And depending on the climate, you probably have a garage floor full of leaves and road salt stains...and that's just the beginning. So here's a few areas ...
Spring Cleaning Tips (Including Some You Might've Never Though Of!)
April 15, 2022
Well, it's that time again...spring is in the air!....but so is that musty garage you've been packing stuff in for the last year. And depending on the climate, you probably have a garage floor full of leaves and road salt stains...and that's just the beginning. So here's a few areas ...
Reasons You May Want to Wait to Sell
April 11, 2022
It’s no secret that the Lenawee housing market is going a mile a minute right now. Homes are still selling fast and for over the asking price. Of course, this sounds like an ideal time for someone to sell and take advantage of this market, right? But, where will you move?If you want to sell and take ...
REAL ESTATE NEWS
February 11, 2022
REAL ESTATE NEWSAs 2021 came to an end it showed a year of historically low mortgage rates. The market even saw it dip below 3%. Realtor.com expects that rates will rise this year and likely hover around 3.3 and possibly reaching 3.6% by the end of the year.Inventory likely will remain low as we enter ...
Preparing Your Home For Winter
November 12, 2021
Preparing Your Home for WinterIt is that dreaded time of year when the snow will be here before we’d like it to be, the sun sets earlier and it is colder than we’d like. Before these days are here use these few steps below to ensure your home is ready. It could save you money ...
NEW FEMA FLOOD INSURANCE RATES – WHO’S EFFECTED?
October 14, 2021
Starting 10/1/2021 new FEMA flood insurance policies and later will be priced using a Risk Rating 2.0. Policyholders that are eligible for renewal can take advantage of decreased rates. In cases where premium increases they will be capped at18% a year and will gradually increase until your new full flood insurance rate has been reached under ...
Fall Maintenance Checklist
September 14, 2021
When the last of summer's heat is becoming a memory, and you start pulling out hoodies more than your shorts, it's time to take on a few simple chores that'll make winter more pleasant and avoid any surprises in the spring.This fall checklist helps:Stow your mower – make sure to clean the blades and inside ...
Summer Home Maintenance - To Do’s
August 13, 2021
Summer is a great time to work on those home maintenance projects! I’ve compiled a list of To Do’s for the exterior of your home! Power wash your driveway & sidewalks – After ensuring weeds are removed from any cracks, use a pressure washer to give your area a good cleaning to wash ...
