team success listing: When Hiring a Contractor in Lake Orion Michigan, Look Out for These
- 11/24/14 10:14 PM
This article in Realtor.com dated 10/12/2014, When Hiring a Contractor, Look Out For These Red Flags, discusses hard to see red flags from contractors on large projects ... Great read.
He bristles at your questions about his work history. He says there’s no reason to solicit other contractor bids. His company demands payment up front, in cash. He tells you this is the way renovations get done.
Maybe you don’t know any different because this is your first major home improvement project.
Contractor red flags can be hard to see, especially if you’ve never hired anyone for a large project on your home. It can … (1 comments)
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team success listing: Interior Designs That Turn Off Buyers
- 11/23/14 08:22 AM
In the recent Housing Trends eNewsletter, this story 10 Interior Design Trends That Turn Off Home Buyers is sharing trends that can backfire when you sell ...
You want your home to look its best, and maybe you’ve been inspired by the interior design trends you’ve seen in magazines, on TV or on design websites.
But following some of the hottest home remodeling and interior design trends can backfire when it comes time to sell your home.
Buyers want to picture themselves in a home, and highly individualistic touches can get in the way of that.
When you’re ready to sell your home, it’s best to put things in … (2 comments)
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team success listing: Oxford Lakes Subdivision, Oxford Michigan, Homes For Sale
- 11/21/14 02:07 AM
Oxford Lakes Subdivision, Oxford Michigan, Homes For Sale ... Market Report 11/2014
This is a vacation paradise, no more traveling to find that perfect spot! The "Enchanted Forest" is a two acre park with lots of playground equipment and also provides relaxing times. Picnic tables, large pavilion and benches. There is also a seasonal portable bathroom at this private park.
Click here to search all properties for sale in and around Oxford Lakes Subdivision
Current Real Estate Market Overview:
In the last 45 days there has been 0 sold homes in this sub, as of today (11/21/14) there are 9 homes for … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Lapeer Condos For Sale, in Lapeer Michigan Under $106,000
- 11/12/14 04:22 AM
Lapeer condos for sale, in Lapeer Michigan under $106,000 / market report November 2014.
"For the past 16 years, Lapeer has been a Tree City USA and has many parks (4) throughout the city, including along the riverside. The parks include a 2.2 mile paved foot path that winds through some of the parks, through wooded areas and across ponds. Whether you are out for a stroll or an afternoon picnic, Lapeer is a wonderful place to come and relax and enjoy all of Michigan’s nature."
Real Estate Market Overview:
In the last 45 days there has been 0 condos or townhouses sold, as of today … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Attica Michigan, 3 Bedroom Brick Ranch on 16.6 Acres With Horse Barn
- 11/12/14 02:44 AM
3921 Adams Dr, Attica MI, 48412
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team success listing: Four Things to Check When You Buy in Oxford Michigan in The Fall
- 11/03/14 08:57 AM
The latest issue of Housing Trends has this story, 4 Things to Check When You Buy a House in Fall, from Craig Donofrio talking about what to look for in the fall to avoid potential ...
Buying a house in the offseason can be a great idea, as homes are a bit cheaper, sellers may be more inclined to sell and there’s less competition from droves of buyers.
That’s not the only advantage for those looking to buy a house in the fall: if you know what to look for, you can actually use the fall season as a litmus test to help you … (0 comments)
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team success listing: How Much Home, in Metamora Michigan, Can You Afford?
- 11/01/14 11:46 PM
This article, How Much Home Can You Afford, from Craig Donofrio in the latest issue from Realtor.com ...
Looking at sprawling villas in the suburbs and 2,000-square-foot condos in the middle of downtown is one thing. How much home you can afford may be entirely different.
Of course, there’s nothing wrong with looking. But when it comes down to finding a place that fits perfectly in looks, size and price, you need to know your affordability factor.
What Is Your Family Plan? It’s not just how much you make; it’s also what you plan to do with it.
Do your best to anticipate what the next five years or … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Step #5, Quadcopter (Drone) Photography And Video
- 10/28/14 01:09 AM
Step #5 of our 17 step marketing plan deals with Aerial Overhead Imagery, both photos and video. We have listed many examples of our current work using actual client properties ...
Kidder R.
Mount Christie
Willard Rd.
Frankson Ave.
Oxford Rd.
If this is the type of aerial imagery you want in marketing your home, then you need to call us direct at 810-338-0628 or contact us online TODAY!
Donald Horne, Team Success listing
Associate Broker for Coldwell Banker Shooltz Realty
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team success listing: Dramatic Easing of Mortgage Standards in Lake Orion
- 10/23/14 12:55 AM
Plans to expand buyers access to mortgages by loosening standards, announced 10/21/2014 here in RealtorMag, FHFA's Dramatic Easing of Mortgage Standards ...
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Mel Watt on Monday announced plans to expand home buyers' access to mortgages by loosening up lending standards.
FHFA's Latest Efforts
FHFA Unveils New Plans to Make Mortgages Easier to Obtain
HARP Is 'Not a Scam,' FHFA Director Says
FHFA Seeks Comments on G-Fee Hikes
During the Mortgage Bankers Association's annual conference, Watt said FHFA will release guidelines "in the coming weeks" to allow increased lending to borrowers with down payments as low as 3 percent. FHFA, which regulates … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Most Markets Still Plagued by Inventory Crunch
- 10/22/14 10:21 AM
According to Realtor.com Markets Still Plagued by Inventory Crunch nationwide, new homes are even lower...
The number of homes for sale is still low in many markets: Supply nationwide in September was at five and a half months; most economists consider a normal level to be six to seven months. The supply of new homes was even lower, at nearly five months, according to realtor.com®'s September National Housing Trend Report.
Inventories Show Signs of Improvements
Strengthening Job Market, Rising Inventories Lift Home Sales
The Real Reason for an Inventory Shortage?
Shadow Inventories Are Quickly Vanishing, Report Says
"To truly relieve the inventory shortage on a … (3 comments)
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team success listing: Lapeer MI Real Estate, Homes For Sale, Real Estate Listings in Lapeer County, October 2014
- 10/20/14 03:27 AM
Lapeer Michigan Real Estate, Homes For sale, Real Estate Listings in Lapeer County, Market Report October 2014.
Real estate market data for Lapeer MI, provided by Donald Horne of Coldwell Banker Shooltz Realty and Realcomp.
FREE search of all properties in and around Lapeer
Market Overview For The 48446 Zip Code Area:
Total homes sold in the last 45 days was 15, average sold price was at $167,838.00 which is up 23%. Average days on market until sold is 64 days, up 30%, as of today (10/20/14) we have 10 months of inventory making this a buyers market for now. Given these … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Home Sales Have Increased 14.9% in First 6 Months of 2014
- 08/07/14 01:14 AM
All MLS non-foreclosure sales were up by 14.9%... Posted below are the latest sales figures for most of the counties in south east Michigan through 6/30/2014.
1. All MLS sales for the month of June were up 1.1% from 6308 to 6375.
2. The median sale price for all MLS sales was up 17.9% from $123,000 to $145,000.
3. Average days on market (dom) for all MLS decreased by more than 3 weeks, from 66 to 43 days.
4. On market inventory increased since June of last year by 22.6%.
5. Short sale listings have decreased by 43.7% since June of … (1 comments)
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team success listing: Lapeer MI Mortgage Rates Near Yearly Lows
- 07/28/14 12:36 PM
Freddie Mac reports these statistics to RealtorMag in the 07/25/2014 issue, Mortgage Rates Hover Near Yearly Lows, in its weekly mortgage market survey...
Fixed-rate mortgages remained mostly unchanged this week, with borrowing costs just slightly above their lows for 2014, Freddie Mac reports in its weekly mortgage market survey.
Are low interest rates spooking your potential move-up buyers? Read this: Understanding and Combatting the Rate Lock-in Threat
Freddie Mac reports the following national averages with mortgage rates for the week ending July 24:
30-year fixed-rate mortgages: averaged 4.13 percent, with an average 0.6 point, unchanged from last week. Last year at this time, 30-year … (0 comments)
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team success listing: The Real Reason? Inventory Shortage in Metamora MI.
- 07/27/14 09:45 AM
I found this article very interesting since many agents in my office have the same idea...RealtorMag dated 07/23/2014, The real reason for an inventory shortage?
While the number of homes for sale nationwide is showing signs of inching up, inventories still remain constrained in many housing markets across the country. Could “pocket listings” — for-sale properties that aren’t marketed widely or posted on the MLS — be the real culprit?
Pockets on the Docket
What Is a Pocket Listing? Is a Listing in the Pocket Worth Two in the MLS? More 'Whisper Listings' Than Ever Before? Pocket Listings: The Good, the Bad, … (0 comments)
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team success listing: 4 Bedroom Brick Ranch, Lake Front in Lake Orion Michigan, Indianwood Hills Sub.
- 07/23/14 09:59 AM
New Listing! 4 Bedroom Brick Ranch - Lake Front in Lake Orion Michigan - Indianwood Hills Subdivision.
1085 Abseguami Trl, Lake Orion MI, 48362
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team success listing: Existing Home Sales Heat Up, Inventory Levels Continue to Improve, July Newsletter
- 07/15/14 03:55 AM
Existing home sales rose strongly and inventory gains continued to help moderate price growth, according to the National Association of Realtors... The July 2014 newsletter, Housing Trends, is out and full of useful information on local and national real estate, consumer tips, mortgage information and videos.
Click here for the entire newsletter
Examples of this months consumer tips and videos:
Fixer-Upper, Money Pit or Bad Deal?
How Long Does it Take to Buy a Home?
4 Tips For Sellers to Seal The Deal.
3 Reasons to Buy Houses That Aren't Selling.
Tips to Help You Pre-Qualify For a Loan.
More tips, updates … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Should I Sell My Home in July?...YES!...Prices Are Up & Days on Market Are Down!
- 07/09/14 11:27 PM
Average sale price for all sales is up 22.7% and average days on market for all sales is down 20 days, from 69 days to 49. Homes for sale have increased by .5%, short sales and foreclosures have decreased by 47.9% year to date. Listed below are the last 5 properties that we have sold using Single Property Websites.
If you have been thinking about selling your home in this market and enjoying these gains, please look at what we can do for you in selling your home for the most money in the shortest period of time.
Step one: Get your home … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Pending Home Sales Surge, Lake Orion MI.
- 07/05/14 11:54 PM
Pending home sales posted a sharp rise, this article in the latest issue of RealtorMag talks about the surge in......
Pending home sales posted a sharp 6.1 percent rise in May, as lower mortgage rates and rising inventories helped propel the market into the summer season, according to the National Association of REALTORS®’ Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings. It was the largest month-over-month gain on the index since April 2010, when first-time home buyers were rushing to sign purchase contracts before a popular tax credit program ended.
Guess what? Existing-home sales are getting a lift, too.
All … (0 comments)
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team success listing: 4 Reasons Why Buyers Should Be Happy in Lapeer MI.
- 07/05/14 10:54 AM
Home buyers this summer are finding at least 4 reasons to breathe easier, according to RealtorMag from this article dated 06/30/2014......
Home shoppers may find there’s good reason to breathe a sigh of relief this summer, according to the real estate brokerage Redfin. They pointed to higher inventories, fewer bidding wars, and slowing home prices as welcoming signs for home buyers this year.
Find out what buyers want most, region by region.
In particular, home buyers this summer are finding:
More options: Inventories of existing-homes are 6 percent higher than year-ago levels—currently representing a 5.6-month supply at the current sales pace, according to May housing data … (0 comments)
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team success listing: Four Unit Apartment Building For Sale in Dryden MI, 5550 Main St, 48428
- 06/20/14 07:19 AM
Price Reduced! INVESTORS! Look at this downtown 4 unit apartment complex, each unit has 1 bedroom and bath, conveniently located within walking distance of shopping and dining. Units updated in last 2 years, separate utilities, corner lot, ample parking, washer/dryer for tenants use in basement. 24 hour notice for showings.
5550 Main St, Dryden MI, 48428
For more detailed information or to schedule a private showing, please contact us direct at the numbers above. To find out what your Dryden home is worth in this market, Click Here!
Donald Horne, Team Success Listing
Associate Broker for Coldwell Banker Shooltz Realty
donaldhorne.realtor@gmail.com
810-338-0628 or … (0 comments)
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This article in Realtor.com dated 10/12/2014, When Hiring a Contractor, Look Out For These Red Flags, discusses hard to see red flags from contractors on large projects ... Great read.
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