Can your home and yard handle the summertime heat and humidity? Don’t neglect certain tasks that will protect your home and let you enjoy it to the fullest when summer is here. Keep It Cool Even if it’s hot outside and you want to keep in cool inside. Get your A/C system serviced professionally. Get you […]

Did you know you could make your home less appealing to burglars and prevent many property crimes? Here’s a breakdown from A – Z on what you should know about making your home more secure and safe.  You’ll find lots of options and tips — some that come with a heftier price tag and may […]

When you bought your home, you might have had to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI).   If so, you might have been paying it for a while and it could be time to petition your lender to stop this payment requirement. For a quick recap — PMI is insurance that protects the lender in case you […]

Both the inside and outside of your home could use a good once-over to make it look its best and keep it well-maintained. And that’s why “spring cleaning” and other seasonal prep work should be at the top of your to-do list for the weeks ahead. You want to fully enjoy your home and yard once […]

Selling your home in the spring is usually best for most homeowners.  The time of year isn’t just blooming with flowers but also buyers! Starting in March and going through June, the local real estate market is booming! Just about anyone who is looking for a home is hitting open houses. If you’re thinking of selling your […]

Don’t make flood insurance an afterthought! Even if you don’t live near the water or your home is not on a floodplain, you could be making a costly mistake if you don’t have the correct coverage. Most standard homeowner’s insurance policies don’t include flood protection, but a “low-risk” home could be hit with damage from […]

With Earth Day around the corner on April 22nd, I’ve been thinking a lot about how we can make our homes more “green.”  We’ve all come a long way since Earth Day started back in 1970, whether it’s being better about recycling at home or seeking out more eco-friendly products for purchases, and even adding […]

Have you put your plans to sell on hold because you have a great mortgage rate on your current house, or maybe you just don’t know where you’ll go if you move? A lot of people are thinking that way right now, and here’s why I want you to look at today’s market a little […]

Need the money from your current home to buy your new home? BRIDGE LOANS • Buy your new home before your current home even sells • Make a non-contingent offer on the new house • No monthly payments on the bridge loan. Interest is accrued and you pay us back when your existing home sells. […]

There are several down payment assistance programs available in Michigan to help individuals and families purchase a home. Here are a few examples: It’s important to note that eligibility requirements and program availability can vary depending on the program and location. I recommend contacting a local housing counseling agency or lender to learn more about […]