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Why Buyers Shouldn’t Overlook a Fall Move

You’ve been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected… While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the savviest buyers know that the changing season can start tipping things in their favor. Because every fall, buyers tend to get more to choose from, better ...

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Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards. Newly built homes are more affordable than existing ones in a lot of markets. And that’s because builders are cutting prices and stacking on incentives to try to keep their inventory ...

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Press Your Own Michigan Fall Leaves (and Actually Frame Them)

Image credit: Roomfortuesday.com There is something magical about a Michigan fall. One weekend the trees are still mostly green, and the next they are glowing with brilliant shades of crimson, amber, and gold. The best part? Some of the season’s most beautiful decor is waiting right outside your door. Instead ...

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Your Dog May Love It if You Add Some “Barkitecture” Into Your Home! But Will Future Buyers?

Dogs can be a touchy subject between homeowners and their real estate agents…even when the agent loves dogs. From suggesting that a dog shouldn’t be home during showings, to mentioning a noticeable dog odor, to passing along feedback about barking, jumping, or growling, to pointing out that buyers had to carefully navigate ...

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