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How to Find Out if Your Michigan Home Is in Foreclosure
If you've missed a few mortgage or property tax payments, you might be worried that your home is in foreclosure. This can be an extremely difficult situation to be in. We’ll explain how to determine if your home is in foreclosure. Then, you can plan your next steps...
When Are Property Taxes Due in Michigan, and What if I Can’t Pay Them on Time?
As a homeowner, you know that one of the responsibilities you have is paying taxes, such as property taxes. Property taxes help to fund things like schools, libraries, roads, and parks. The amount you pay in property taxes depends on your home's assessed value. Are...
Can You Skip One Mortgage Payment?
Can You Skip One Mortgage Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know Getting behind on your monthly mortgage payments can result in severe consequences. But we get it – times are tough, and sometimes unprecedented setbacks can occur. If you're wondering, "Can I skip one...
How To Sell a House As-Is When It’s in Need of Repair
If you need to sell your home quickly, your best option might be to sell it as it stands right now. But, if your home needs repairs, this process might make you a bit nervous. We’re here to help! Here are some steps you should take so you can comfortably sell a house...
What is a short sale?
Whether you're a brand new homeowner or have been buying and selling homes for years, there are plenty of real estate terms and situations that you don't encounter very often. A short sale is one of those situations that many homeowners may go through their entire...
What Happens When a House Sits Vacant?
Just because a house is vacant doesn’t mean it will stay in that exact same condition where you left it. In fact, a home's condition can go downhill significantly when you're not there to keep up on maintenance and the daily housework that keeps a property looking its...
What’s the Best Time to Sell A Home?
So, you’re thinking of selling your house, and you want to be sure you choose the best time to list the home. Though it certainly depends on where you live, the best time to sell a home is typically later in the spring or the summer months. The reasoning is quite...
My Neighbor Is Selling Their House at the Same Time I Am: How Can I Get Mine to Stand Out?
If your neighbor is selling their house at the same time as you or you think your house is not selling because your neighbor’s house is also on sale, there are a few things you can do to give you an edge over them and sell your house as quickly as possible. 1....
Selling A House Without a Realtor: Pros and Cons
When attempting to sell a house, it’s not always the right decision to hire a realtor. While they’re a wonderful resource when time and money are not a factor, a realtor is not always the best option when you’re trying to sell quickly. If you’re looking to sell a home...
What Is a Second Mortgage?
If you’ve fallen behind on your house payments and are worried about losing your home, you may be considering taking out a second mortgage. But before you do, it’s important to know exactly what a second mortgage entails and the potential consequences it can have on...
How to Downsize Your Home in 2022
Whether you're approaching retirement, have a reduced income, you’re empty nesters, or are simply looking for less work and greater flexibility; the decision to downsize your home makes sense, but is it the right time, and how much work is it going to take? If you’re...
Should I Repair My Home or Sell it As-Is?
You may be ready to move on and move out, but is your house? Sometimes it’s hard to know whether you should sell your house as-is or invest the time and money in needed repairs before you list it. Will that stained carpet impact your profit? Will those old windows...
Rehab vs. Selling
Your Home
When it comes to selling or rehabbing your home, you want to make the right decision. This guide will give you all the information you need to make a decision that’s best for you and your family.
Cost of Selling Your Home Through a Retail Transaction
Homeowners enter into the retail transaction process because it’s the only option they know. This guide will help you better understand the transaction process.
Everything You Need to Know About Foreclosure in Michigan
Facing foreclosure can be frightening, saddening, and confusing. This guide will help you understand the Michigan foreclosure process better, so you can make an informed decision on what your next steps should be.