house: Seize the Opportunity: A Comprehensive Guide to Successfully Selling Your House - 11/03/23 05:59 AM
Seize the Opportunity: A Comprehensive Guide to Successfully Selling Your HouseIntroduction: Thinking About Selling Your House? Buyers Are an Opportunity You Don’t Want to MissSelling your house is a significant decision that requires careful thought and planning. The emotional aspect of parting with a beloved home can be addressed through staging, while hiring a real estate agent can provide valuable expertise and guidance throughout the selling process. Setting a realistic asking price is crucial for attracting potential buyers, and negotiating the sale price is an important part of the selling process. Timing your home sale strategically and showcasing your property through … (1 comments)

house: If It’s Such a Bad Time to Buy Real Estate, Why Are the Wealthy Doing It? - 10/13/22 10:44 AM
According to this Housing Wire article, 75% of people recently polled by Fannie Mae felt pessimistic about the real estate market, and that it’s not a good time to buy a house. So, if you’re among the many who feel that way, and you’re thinking about holding off for prices to come down, you’re not alone.
Considering that interest rates are up and prices haven’t dropped as much as buyers would like, it isn’t surprising to hear that news. Some marginally qualified potential homebuyers have legitimately been priced out of the market. But many others are simply being cautious, not wanting to make … (0 comments)

house: HOMES FOR SALE IN FARMINGTON HILLS-HIRE A REAL ESTATE AGENT - 01/11/19 05:34 PM
You are probably wondering that if a person can buy a house on their own, then why can’t they sell one on their own as a For Sale By Owner (FBSO) . Homes for sale in Farmington Hills, Michigan deserve a great Real Estate agent to market, stage, arrange appointments and screen buyers to assure they are pre-qualified and able to purchase your home and get you the best price possible. 
Houses that have the sign stating “FSBO” (for sale by owner) do not make much profit. According to the National Association of Realtors, in 2017, 89% of the sellers sold their house through a real estate agent … (0 comments)

house: To Pay or Not To Pay - 08/20/14 10:32 PM
To Pay or Not to Pay : Among the first things people ask when shopping for a mortgage loan is: What’s the interest rate? The answer is often a percentage rate with points—for example, 4.5% plus 2 points. Here’s what those points are all about.
A loan discount point is equal to 1% of the loan amount. So, on a loan of $100,000, a borrower would pay $1,000 per point to the lender. (Fees, such as loan origination fees, are sometimes quoted in points, but here we’re talking about discount points, which are prepaid interest.)
What’s the advantage to the borrower to pay points … (26 comments)

house: Have A Safe Summer At Home - 07/02/13 10:37 PM
Safe At Home For The Summer
The song says that living is easy in the summertime, but don’t let the lazy days of summer lead to accidents. Keeping you and your family safe is just a matter of following simple precautions. Here are some tips for ensuring your family’s good times and good heath:
. Beware of the cutting edge. Lawnmowers and other power tools can cause serious injuries. When you’re mowing your lawn, keep children out of the area, and don’t allow children to ride on a mower.
. Before mowing, take the time to move outdoor furniture, toys, sticks or … (1 comments)

 
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Tom Gilliam- RE/MAX Classic

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