realestate purchase: Quiz: Are You Ready to Be a Better Homebuyer than Your Competition? - 02/15/23 02:06 PM
You have to go to school and pass a real estate exam in order to become a real estate agent to help people buy a house, but you don’t need to do either of those things as a home buyer. All you have to do is rely on the knowledge and experience of your agent, and you’ll be fine.
However, your agent can be a lot more effective and help you get better results if you know a few things ahead of time! Some of the “right” things you should do are probably different than what you might think is the “right” thing to … (1 comments)

realestate purchase: Millennials Cite Student Loan Debt As Top Reason For Delaying Homeownership - 11/19/18 08:22 AM
Student loan debt is an issue facing many Americans. But as higher education costs have continued to rise in recent years, the impact on the millennial generation has been particularly challenging—and it's a major reason millennials are putting off homeownership. According to the Student Loan Debt and Housing Report from the National Association of Realtors, a whopping 83% of millennials cite student loan debt as the main reason for delaying purchasing a home—namely by preventing them from saving for a down payment. But not having a substantial down payment saved doesn't mean you can't purchase a home. According to the National … (1 comments)

realestate purchase: Soulmate & Real Estate This Valentines Day - 02/13/18 07:19 PM
Finding the soulmate or house of your dreams might seem pretty easy.You know what you want and like. You feel like you will know the perfect house when you see it. The minute you find “the one”, it will be love at first sight. It will just feel right, like it was meant to be. Kind of like the notion of finding your soulmate.Back in the day, finding your ideal house or soulmate was a lot trickier.
Until…the Internet.
Nowadays, there are tons of websites for people to find the love of their life…and just as many to help people find the home of their … (2 comments)

realestate purchase: 3 Financial Resolutions To Make If You Want To Buy A Home In The New Year - 11/14/17 02:39 PM
The new year is right around the corner, and many people are starting to think seriously about their New Year’s Resolutions. And while the most popular resolutions aren’t going anywhere (eat healthy, work out, spend less time in front of a screen), if you’re looking to buy a home next year, at least a few of your resolutions should be of the financial variety.
Starting the new year off on the right financial foot by making financial resolutions can set you up for success and help you get closer to your goal of buying a home. Here are four financial resolutions you … (0 comments)

realestate purchase: Farmington Hills Real Estate Agents, Radio Ads, and Boosting Income - 09/09/17 06:41 AM
Successful Farmington Hills real estate agents almost universally share some common personality traits. Among them is one skill that’s not usually mentioned when it comes to real estate agent requirements. By the time we’ve been on the job for long, Farmington Hills real estate agents have necessarily become really experienced and skilled drivers!
When I’m chauffeuring a buyer on a Farmington Hills property tour, the car radio is turned down. That’s because we have much to chat about—everything from impressions from the homes we’ve just seen and background information on the next to the latest intelligence on neighborhood happenings. It’s an enjoyable … (1 comments)

realestate purchase: Purchasing And The Ten Commandments - 05/13/16 08:39 AM
Purchasing Knowledge to KnowJust like anything else in life, before you do anything, educate yourself as much as possible about real estate and how to go about purchasing it. Knowledge will empower you and help you to be able to make informed decisions that will ultimately benefit you for many years. Check out the information here to learn about purchasing real estate. When entering into any real estate deal, it is always best to hire a lawyer. The contracts and requirements of buying real estate can be overwhelming. A real estate lawyer can be the deciding factor in making sure you … (2 comments)

realestate purchase: Offer A Reasonable Price When Buying A Home - 01/28/16 11:28 PM
When a buyer presents a purchase contract or offer, it is usually the starting point of negotiations, so keep your mind sharp and your pen handy. The seller can accept, reject or modify the offer. Most often changes are negotiated and the sale goes forward. Here are some points to remember:
Keep the Calculator HandyBe cautious when hiring a home inspector. Get recommendations from friends and family, and it is usually wise to hire your own inspector, even if the seller offers to have it inspected. Do not go with the first inspector you find, call and interview at least three … (1 comments)

 
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Tom Gilliam- RE/MAX Classic

Exceeding Your Expectations

Farmington Hills, MI

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My blogs are about helping home buyers ,home sellers and even home owners with new and old ideas to prepare them for either scenario. Being a Realtor in Oakland county Michigan is a fulfilling job and I'm very proud to share my knowledge and to learn from other as well.


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