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We’re a resource for local homeowners and investors who have questions about traditional and non-traditional real estate transactions. Whether you’re trying to avoid foreclosure or you’re wondering what to do with an inherited property you don’t want, you’ll find the answers you need in these articles.

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5 Legal Steps to Selling a House

Feb 16, 2022

Finding a buyer is only part of the process in selling your home. There are several legal considerations you must factor in to ensure the transaction goes smoothly with ...

What is Staging a Home? Can It Help My Home Sell Faster?

Feb 01, 2022

If you’re thinking about selling your home, staging is one aspect of the process. Learn what staging is, how to do it correctly, and how to avoid the hassle to sell your ...

5 Problems with Selling a House on the Market and How to Avoid Them

Jan 27, 2022

You’re ready to list your home and get it sold, so you can move onto the next phase of your life. Maybe you need to move out of state or perhaps you already live out of ...

Why Sell Your Rental Property to a Real Estate Investor

Jan 21, 2022

If you have a rental property you’re trying to get off your hands, you might want to consider a real estate investor. They make the ideal buyer for someone in your ...

How is a House Divided in a Divorce?

Jan 13, 2022

Divorce is never easy on either party. Dividing up a lifetime of belongings that you shared can be stressful and complicated. Your home is another asset that must be ...

4 Financial Steps to Take Before You Sell Your Michigan House

Oct 27, 2021

If you’re planning to sell your house in Michigan, you’re probably anxious to get it on the market. However, there are some important financial steps to take first to ...

How to Avoid Capital Gains on Investment Property

Oct 01, 2021

One of the big challenges for people who get into real estate investment is how to avoid capital gains tax. If you have to pay this tax, it can take a chunk out of your ...

Downsizing and Starting Over – How to Make It Work for You

Sep 29, 2021

Maybe you’re at the point in your life where you don’t want to deal with home repairs, or you just have too much house for your needs. The kids have grown up and moved ...

How Safe are Turnkey Real Estate Investments?

Sep 27, 2021

If you’re just starting out in investing or expanding your current portfolio, you may be considering turnkey real estate investments. Real estate in general has long been ...

How to Sell a Home Yourself

Aug 27, 2021

If you’re thinking of putting your home on the market, you may be considering the cost of hiring a real estate agent and decide to tackle the job yourself. You can save ...

Moving Checklist When You Need to Sell Your Home Fast

Aug 25, 2021

If you need to sell your home fast, it can be an overwhelming situation. You have so much to think about and very little time to get it done. It’s easy to overlook ...

Sell Your House Now vs. Wait For the Right Buyer

Aug 09, 2021

Your home is older and outdated or needs a lot of repairs. You want to sell, but you don’t want to do a lot of work on it. You can wait until you get the right buyer, ...

Selling a Damaged Property in Michigan

Aug 02, 2021

If your home has been damaged in some way, it may be harder to sell without a lot of expensive repairs. Fire damage,

How to Deal with the Stress of Selling a House

Jul 26, 2021

Selling a home can be one of the most stressful situations you’re ever in. You must deal with getting the house ready to sell, live your life around home tours, and wait ...

What They Don’t Tell You About Investing in Rental Property

Jul 02, 2021

Investing in rental property is often touted as the best way to earn a steady income. You have monthly rental payments coming in and all you do is sit back and collect ...

Selling a House with a Lien: What It Means and How You Can Sell

Jun 25, 2021

Selling a house with a lien isn’t easy, but it can be done. However, it can be quite complicated if you’ve never been through such a scenario before. If you’re in that ...

5 Tips for Selling a House During Divorce

Jun 18, 2021

Dealing with a divorce can be a challenging situation. When you’re trying to sell your Michigan house in a divorce, the problems can increase. Here are five tips to help ...

Can You Sell a House With Mold?

Mar 25, 2021

Yes, it is possible to sell a house with mold, but you must disclose the problem to potential buyers before selling. Let’s break down what a mold problem means for you and your home, and how you ...

4 Things to Know about Investing in a Real Estate Company

Mar 12, 2021

Investing in a real estate company can be an excellent way to expand and diversify your portfolio, draw in steady profits, and experiment with long and short term investments — all

Understanding the Costs of Selling a House in Michigan

Mar 03, 2021

It’s surprising to many, but selling a Michigan house or property actually does cost some money. From Realtor fees to staging fees to paying your mortgage while waiting for closing, not to ...

How to Manage a Rental Property Long-Distance

Feb 18, 2021

Managing a rental property is a lot of work. As one of the most active types of investments, owning and maintaining your own income property involves a variety of tasks, including landscaping and ...

Can You Sell a House with Property Taxes Owed?

Feb 11, 2021

Yes, but the process is more complicated than a traditional sale, and requires that you as the seller address the delinquent taxes before the sale can close — either by paying off the owed taxes ...

7 Key Benefits of Downsizing

Jan 22, 2021

If you’re considering selling your large home to move into a smaller one, there are many advantages to living a cozier life. Let’s take a look at several benefits of downsizing you may not ...

How Does a Second Mortgage Work?

Jan 19, 2021

Second mortgages are a type of lien used on a property that is already attributed to a loan. They can be beneficial tools for some homeowners and a huge risk for others. If you’re considering a ...

How to Sell Rental Property With or Without Tenants

Jan 15, 2021

If you have a rental property to get off your hands, it can be complicated to sell quickly. The sale process can seem even more complex if you still have tenants occupying some or all of the ...

How to Sell a House by Owner: A Step-by-Step Guide

Dec 09, 2020

Selling a house by owner is a very attractive option for many homeowners. Some of the benefits include the flexibility to sell on your own terms and timeline, the ability to fix what you want — ...

How Do I Stop a Property Tax Foreclosure?

Dec 09, 2020

Property tax foreclosure is a complicated situation to be in. Once the foreclosure process has begun, it can seem like there’s no way to get ahead of it. Fortunately, you can stop property tax ...

10 Things to Know About Moving to Grand Rapids, MI.

Nov 16, 2020

If you’re moving to Grand Rapids, MI you may be new to West Michigan or the state, and not know what makes this place so special. Here are 10 things you should know when you’re moving to Grand ...

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