Jill Gourand's Blog

Posted on 08/08/2021
What Type of Concrete Foundation Is Right for Your New Construction?
Designing a dream home involves making a lot of decisions. One of the earliest and most important decisions is the type of foundation. So what is the best type of foundation for your home? Finding the answer involves gaining a working knowledge about concrete slabs, crawl spaces and basements. Why Choose a Slab Foundation? Concrete slab foundations are...
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Posted on 08/01/2021
Entreprenuers: What You Need to Know Flipping vs. Renting
Photo by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay To an upstart house flipper, the difference between renting a property or selling it quickly may seem inconsequential. After all, entrepreneurs get into the real estate game to make money. Why should it matter? Truth be told, owning rental properties and fix-and-flip business models are like comparing apples and oranges. Although apples and...
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Posted on 07/25/2021
Factors that Impact the Cost of Home Insurance
Photo by Designer491 via Shutterstock If you’re new to homeownership, one of your first expenses is homeowner’s insurance. Not to be confused with mortgage insurance, your homeowner policy protects you in the event of a catastrophe. Factors that Impact the Cost of Home Insurance The cost of your home is only one factor in an extensive list of...
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Posted on 07/18/2021
Neighborhoods: Ways to Find Out If Your Neighborhood Is Right for You
Photo by David McBee from Pexels When you’re considering where to build a new house, much of your focus will go into researching specific lots of land you might build on. While extensive due diligence into specific lots is certainly necessary and appropriate, don’t forget to consider the broader neighborhood the lots are in. Here are five tips...
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Posted on 07/11/2021
How to Make a Rain Chain for Your Home
Some of the best decor serves a helpful function in addition to providing aesthetic improvement. One example of this is the increasingly popular rain chain. Rain chains hang outdoors to replace a gutter spout. They disperse collected rainwater away from the house while also serving as an eye-catching decorative piece. You can buy rain chains wherever garden decor...
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Posted on 07/04/2021
3 Green Alternatives for Your Lawn
Image by Zdeněk Chalupský from Pixabay If you’re considering replacing your lawn with something more sustainable and low-maintenance, there are many options to choose from. Many homeowners hesitate to get rid of their lawn because they will miss the softness and lush green color of grass. Luckily, there are lots of alternatives that can satisfy that same aesthetic...
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Posted on 06/27/2021
3 Benefits of Hiring a Home Staging Professional
Photo by Curtis Adams from Pexels While there are many parts of staging you can do yourself, there are some important benefits to hiring a professional. A professional home stager can help you prepare your home for the market and can use their expertise to sell your home quicker and for a higher price. Here are the three...
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Posted on 06/20/2021
Get Year-Round Color With These Gardening Tips
The dream flower garden is lush and colorful all the time. Unfortunately, it’s not a simple dream to achieve in reality. With so many plants all with different internal timers and environmental requirements, putting together a garden can be like a puzzle even for experienced gardeners. Luckily, there are ways you can plan and care for your garden...
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Posted on 08/08/2021
5251 Woodcreek TRL, Clarkston, MI 48346-3971 is now new to the market!
Welcome home to this beautiful Oakland Woods colonial that has been loved by its original owner for over forty years. Spacious family room addition with open floor plan is perfect for large gatherings. 4 bedrooms and nicely finished basement for extra living and storage space. Tranquil, private fenced yard with deck and 3 season sunroom will let you soak up the sun and make outdoor entertaining a breeze. Great location, minutes to shopping, dining, venues and Deer Lake Beach. Easy freeway access for...
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Posted on 07/22/2021
Another Property Sold - 2970 Onagon TRL, Waterford, MI 48328-3142
This beauty feels like home the minute you see it. Roomy, open floor plan, perfect for entertaining with 2 living spaces. Brand new carpet and kitchen flooring with fresh, neutral paint so you can move right in. Enjoy outdoor living morning and night with paver patio and spacious yard, so bring your coffee or invite friends to the barbeque. Newer roof, windows, furnace and A/C. Great location too. Close to County Parks, shopping, dining and venues. Minutes to freeways for an easy...
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Posted on 07/17/2021
Another Property Sold - 602 Florence Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067-2288
Walk to downtown Royal Oak! This home will capture your heart the minute you walk in. Sun drenched enclosed porch is all season and perfect for relaxing in. Charming, open floor plan with hardwood floors. Upstairs has potential 4th bedroom. Newer main floor bath and roof. Windows, furnace, and A/C have been updated as well. The back yard is a dream with beautiful, low maintenance perennial gardens. Exposed aggregate patio and fenced back yard make for inviting outdoor gatherings. Partially finished, daylight basement with full bath for additional living space. Extra-large 3+ car garage comes in handy for your dream cruiser. Large, corner lot...
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Posted on 06/25/2021
00 Hollow Corners Rd, Almont, MI 48003 is now new to the market!
Estate sized parcel, nearly 20 acres with a beautiful country setting. This tranquil property sits just over a mile and a half off the pavement, but close to conveniences and Freeways for an easy commute to Oakland, Macomb, Genesee and St. Clair Counties. Whether you are building your dream home, a weekend chalet or a hunting getaway, paradise awaits...
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