When considering such a significant and vital financial transaction as selling your home, when you believe information that is incorrect about your options, it is self-limiting and can be costly in many ways. Yet, professional home buyers are successful because their service is in demand by those who investigated all of their choices and found … Continued
Adding curb appeal through landscaping serves a dual purpose in that it attracts more desirable tenants and adds value to your investment. As for the plants you select, it is worth your effort to learn about xeriscaping and using native species that require less water and care overall, saving you money in the long run. … Continued
Diversification is the key to securing your retirement dreams of passive income earned on your real estate portfolio investments. The internet has changed the game of long-distance real estate transactions, and savvy investors are no longer limited to local real estate deals to fulfill their investment plans. Instead, they are spreading their investments out into … Continued
Whether you’re the buyer in a real estate deal, and your offer is on the table, or the seller and a bidding war has started, you want to be the one that wins out. Sellers need to put in the work and market the property to catch buyers’ interest and, once doing so, remain reasonable … Continued
Your real estate investment business and your properties care are crucial to you, making hiring a property manager feel much like rolling the dice with your future. Just as you should meet your potential tenants in person as part of your screening process to ensure the best experience, you should interview your potential property manager … Continued
You’re trying to sell a Southwest Michigan MI house that just won’t sell? And yet – the news says the real estate market is heating up. The media is practically shouting again about multiple offers, high demand, and record-setting prices. So where’s your contract? These tips could be just what you need to help you sell your … Continued
First, we’re so sorry for your loss. This can be a very challenging time for many reasons, and dealing with property ownership is tough at the best of times. You’re thinking, “I inherited a house, what to do with this house?” Should I rent it? Should I sell it? How should I sell it? Tons … Continued
If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what the heck is going on, keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has … Continued
When you fall behind on your mortgage payments on your Southwest Michigan home, it can feel like you’re drowning in debt. Even if you’re able to make your monthly payment, catching up on a past due balance can be an overwhelming challenge. There are a few options that can help you to avoid foreclosure in Southwest … Continued
Is it still a buyer’s market today in Southwest Michigan? As experts in the Southwest Michigan real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in Southwest Michigan MI First off, it really depends on the property type … Continued
Hiring a real estate agent in Southwest Michigan can be frustrating. So what are the steps on how to find a good real estate agent in Southwest Michigan? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the … Continued
With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Southwest Michigan anyway? Many homeowners across America and Southwest Michigan are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending … Continued
While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Southwest Michigan] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can … Continued
Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued
Planning the sale of an investment property should be included in your plans before you ever make the purchase. Planning the exit strategy of any real estate investment is an essential ingredient in the formula of success. The exit strategy for a property is best laid out at the time of purchase, keeping an eye … Continued
