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New Legislation Affecting Foreclosure Redemption Period
Donna Campbell, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
Despite a significant decline in foreclosures, some homeowners are still struggling to keep their homes today. RealtyTrac data suggests that Michigan currently has 50,759 mortgages in foreclosure. Our housing market is recovering, but it is still fragile in some areas.
Under the present system, Michigan homeowners facing foreclosure ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 6/14/2013
Another Housing Bubble? Don’t Bet on it.
By Donna Campbell, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
If you’ve been paying attention to the news this week you’ve seen a debate about the possibility of another housing bubble. Why are some experts concerned?
Well, there was that one time in 2006…
Bubble DefinedA real estate bubble can occur when there is an unsustainable run-up in housing prices fueled by buyer demand which ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 6/6/2013
Fast Times
By Donna Campbell, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
Homes are selling fast these days. How fast?
After just one day on the market, Grosse Pointe Sales Associate Joe Rich sold a ranch in St. Clair Shores for $156,000. At a much higher price point, Tamara Smith listed and sold a waterfront home on Jefferson Avenue for $690,000 .
And we’ve heard similar “just one day” stories from other ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 5/30/2013
Be prepared for appraisal issues in recovering market
By Donna Campbell, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
The Michigan housing market is steadily recovering as prices and sales rise. But low appraisals continue to be troublesome and have the potential to negatively affect our transactions. Some of the blame lies with new regulations and the personal liability appraisers now face.
Currently we’re seeing appraisals coming in at 5-10% below asking ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 5/23/2013
American Home Shield and General Electric team up for discount program
By Donna Campbell, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
American Home Shield has been offering our clients flexible and comprehensive home protection plans for years. But recently, AHS added a discount program that’s creating a lot of buzz.
Our clients under listing or buying contracts with AHS can now save hundreds of dollars off brand-new GE brand appliances.
How will it work?
Step 1: Visit www.ahs.com and ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 5/16/2013
The Trouble with FSBO
By Donna Campbell Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel
Many homeowners who have patiently waited for their home equity to rise are now in a position to sell. And while some sellers see FSBO (for sale by owner) as the easiest route from A to B, it can be fraught with obstacles and does not always result in a closed transaction.
Many former FSBO sellers end up seeking help from a real estate ... Read More
Posted by
Donna Campbell
on 5/13/2013
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