When your kitchen opens to your living room, you can’t really use opposing décor in each space. Your entire home needs to flow. Here are some tricks to creating a space that is both cozy and functional. Choose coordinated color palates: Decorating your kitchen in bold primary colors while keeping an autumn palate in your… Read More
My answer to “Do I need a Buyer’s Agent?” is always the same. Why would you not want a Buyer’s Agent? I’m serious, I really am asking. I’d like to know what you think. First let me say, there is no charge for Buyer Representation. My policy and in fact my comfort zone, dictates that… Read More
You’ve seen the television commercials. A well-known actor sings the praises of reverse mortgages and promises fast debt relief if you agree to one. But what is a reverse mortgage? Do you qualify for one? When should homeowners consider a reverse mortgage? What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan available to… Read More
from Home Seller’s FAQ on yourValleyProperty.com Q. Is it possible to schedule showings only when we’re at work so our evenings and weekends are not disturbed? A. Possible, maybe. Advisable, no. Ease of showing is one of a listing’s most critical selling points. The harder you make it, the longer it will take to sell…. Read More
For a long time, the “man cave” held a singular position in the creation of private space in the home. It was erroneously believed that men were the only members of the family who needed a fortress of solitude. Things have changed, and today both men and women are looking for places to retreat in… Read More
Thinking of selling your home? Besides the standard listing contract and the marketing packet I’ve put together for you, I have a guarantee. This is it. ~Bill Once you have negotiated a contract and agreed on a sales price, the real work begins. Below is a list of some of the details I will be… Read More
By Stateside Staff for Michigan Radio There are two Iraq war veterans now serving in the state Legislature. Sen. David Knezek, D-Dearborn Heights, and Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Potterville, both took their seats in November 2014, and they’re working hard toward a goal of improving veterans’ affairs here in Michigan. Knezek and Barrett have already had… Read More
This post includes a sample Residential Purchase Contract. The first step in making a smart purchase is knowing how the process will work. The sample contract and the information below should give you a good start. I’m always available when you’re ready to put your home on the market or begin house shopping, ~Bill… Read More
Law Enforcement has been in the news a lot lately and in the conventional fashion of the news, most of what we’ve heard is negative. Not this time! From WFAA News 8 comes this refreshing and heart warming video and interview, this went viral a few weeks ago and for good reason… Just watch!! Our… Read More
from ‘Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips‘ on yourValleyProperty.com Be the Bank. Under very specific circumstances it may be in your best interest to consider acting as the mortgagee. This is commonly known as a carry-back. My best advice if you’re considering this would be to talk with a financial consultant and an attorney before… Read More
