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Posted on 05/03/2020
What Does It Really Cost to Sell a Home?
Believe it or not, selling a home may prove to be expensive if you are not careful. However, if you understand the costs associated with selling a house, you can budget accordingly. Now, let's take a look at three expenses that home sellers commonly encounter. 1. Home Repairs Cracked siding, floor damage and other home issues are worrisome, particularly...
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Posted on 04/26/2020
Outdoor Lighting Tips to Increase Your Home's Security
Photo by Malcolm Garret via Pexels No matter how safe your neighborhood is, it doesn’t hurt to take precautions against break-ins or thefts. Installing home security lighting is a highly effective way to deter intruders. This type of lighting also provides plenty of light for walkways and paths, making it safer for you and your family to walk...
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Posted on 04/19/2020
What Curb Appeal Items Give You the Most ROI?
Photo by Breadmaker via Shutterstock You may be thinking that your best investments are inside the home: a snazzy new kitchen, a spa-like bathroom or new wood floors, but you can actually get a high return on investment (ROI) if you focus on your home's curb appeal. The first impression potential buyers have of your home is the...
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Posted on 04/12/2020
Important Neighborhood Features People Overlook
Everyone defines the term "quality of life" differently, but if you asked 100 people, you'd probably hear a lot of similar answers. According to a Gallup study entitled "The State of American Well-Being," the basis for a good quality of life includes having a sense of purpose, feeling good about what you do every day, having supportive relationships, being...
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Posted on 04/05/2020
5 DIY Steps to Replace Drawer Slides
Photo by StockSnap via Pixabay Kitchen and bathroom drawer slides are built to take a beating. You've undoubtedly had an item stuck and had to force the drawer open. Somehow it still worked after that. Children pull down on them, trying to climb up onto the cabinet. Mindless adults or teens slam them shut from time to time....
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Posted on 03/29/2020
Tips for Moving Across Town
Image by skeeze from Pixabay Moving across town should be a little less stressful than moving from one state to another, but it does require some thinking ahead and careful planning. If you’re tackling a cross-town move, the better you plan, the easier the move will go. Here are some tips to make your move as easy as...
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Posted on 03/22/2020
DIY: Refinish Your Bathroom Vanity
Image by Dorothea Lucia Pietrek from Pixabay Does your bathroom look vintage but not in a cool or trendy sort of way? If so, and you don’t have the resources or time to give your bathroom a complete remodel, you can make some minor changes to your bathroom to freshen it up. For instance, you can plan a...
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Posted on 03/15/2020
Do Your Homework: 3 Ways Home Buyers Can Position Themselves for the Best Mortgage Terms
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay The perfect home is not the only thing you'll need to shop for when you want to become a homeowner. In order to get the best terms, the lowest monthly payment and a reasonable interest rate, start doing some homework now -- before you even attend your first open house. 1. Check Your...
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Posted on 03/08/2020
Best Home Improvements for Top ROI
Photo by Sue Smith via Shutterstock Choosing what to upgrade or fix in, on or around your home can be a complicated process. Changes fall into two categories – things that increase or decrease value (or sale price) and things that increase or decrease salability (or how willing people are to pay full price for it). Before you...
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Posted on 05/05/2020
Video Tour - 11254 Katrine Dr, Fenton, MI 48430
Meet your new forever home! This home has been well cared for and is move in ready. Boasting 4 large bedrooms, first floor laundry, hardwood flooring, spacious, open floor plan, and a gorgeous yard for outdoor entertaining. There?s even a play house in the back yard. Outdoor lovers, this is one is for you. Within a 5 mile radius, enjoy boating on Lobdell lake, swimming and play grounds at Silver Lake Park and trailheads and more at Deerfield Nature Area. Country setting in area of higher priced homes, yet minutes to freeways, shopping and dining. Home Warranty...
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Posted on 05/05/2020
11254 Katrine Dr, Fenton, MI 48430 is now new to the market!
Meet your new forever home! This home has been well cared for and is move in ready. Boasting 4 large bedrooms, first floor laundry, hardwood flooring, spacious, open floor plan, and a gorgeous yard for outdoor entertaining. There?s even a play house in the back yard. Outdoor lovers, this is one is for you. Within a 5 mile radius, enjoy boating on Lobdell lake, swimming and play grounds at Silver Lake Park and trailheads and more at Deerfield Nature Area. Country setting in area of higher priced homes, yet minutes to freeways, shopping and dining. Home Warranty...
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Posted on 03/25/2020
Another Property Sold - 12220 Ray Rd, Ortonville, MI 48462
Sprawling country ranch with open floor plan and a hidden, peaceful setting. Located adjacent to state land with lakes, hiking, hunting, and other recreation. 3 bedrooms on main level, each with their own private bathroom. Open floor plan boasts large kitchen complete with appliances. Newer paint throughout. Large dining room with a natural fireplace. Skylights offer natural light. Large living and great room on main. Hardwood floors throughout main level. Ceramic floors throughout professionally finished lower level. All of this on 1.17 private acres, and short distance to main roads and all amenities. Award winning Goodrich schools! Large...
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