The Condo Market - Buying and Selling

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Buyer's Agent How Property Taxes Change After Purchase in Michigan In Michigan, when you buy a home that has been owned by the previous owner for many years, your property taxes are likely to increase significantly—often referred to as “property tax sticker shock.” Here’s why that happens and what it could mean for you: 1. Capping and Uncapping: The Tax Mechanics Michigan uses a system […]
Buyer's Agent 🏡 6 Key Steps to a Successful Home Sale Use the link below to watch a video to learn how to “Dress Your House for Success” password: Joseph018 Dress your house for Success Pre-Sale Preparation Declutter, clean, and complete minor repairs Stage the home for maximum appeal Pricing Strategy Review a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) Set a competitive, market-driven price Marketing the Property Professional […]
Buyer's Agent A House Lifespan   Average Lifespan of Residential Home Components (New Construction) Based on U.S. construction data, NAHB research, and building material studies. Lifespans assume proper installation and maintenance. Overall House Structure Component Average Lifespan Well-built new construction home             70–100+ years High-quality masonry/concrete homes    100–150+ years Manufactured/modular homes          […]
Buyer's Agent August 2025 Newsletter    
Buyer's Agent Checklist of Condominium Documents Needed for Mortgage Loan Here’s a handy Checklist of Condominium Documents typically required by a mortgage lender when a buyer is purchasing a condo in Michigan. These documents help the lender determine whether the condo association and property meet financing guidelines (especially for FHA, VA, or conventional loans like Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac). ✅ Condo Documents Needed for Mortgage Loan […]
Home Improvements 🏠 How to Dress Your House for a Successful Sale 1. 🧼 Deep Clean Everything Hire professional cleaners if needed. Pay special attention to kitchens, bathrooms, windows, and floors. Don’t forget baseboards, light switches, vents, and door frames. 2. 🧹 Declutter Every Room Remove excess furniture, personal items, and collections. Clear countertops in kitchen and bathrooms. Store or donate anything you won’t use in the […]
Buyer's Agent June Market Report: More Choices and Less Competition Grant Brissey June 27, 2025 3 Minute Read With the selling season well underway, some optimistic expectations for 2025 are giving way to a reality that looks very similar to 2024. Though qualified buyers are seeing more conditions shift to their advantage. Amid geopolitical conflict, erratic tariff policy, and slowing job growth, mortgage rates hover a […]
Buyer's Agent Here are 7 tips to keep your A/C unit running at its best during the hot summer months: ☀️1. Replace or Clean the Air Filter Regularly Do this every 1–2 months during peak use. A clean filter improves airflow, boosts efficiency, and keeps your indoor air cleaner. 🌿 2. Keep the Outdoor Unit Clear Make sure the condenser unit has at least 2 feet of clearance. Remove leaves, grass clippings, or debris around […]
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