If you are on the fence about selling your home during the holiday season, jump up and get that "For Sale" sign out because we have 10 good reasons why it is a great time to sell your home! 1. Good Supply of Buyers The buyers that are looking for homes during the holidays are serious buyers. They are not people just looking to see what ideas they can come up with to do in their home. 2. Less Competition There is less competition for your home since there are less homes on the market during this time. That could mak... read more

Tweaking your decor each season can be a great way to keep your home feeling current and satisfy your urge to nest, without blowing your budget on big-ticket items. The problem? Each year retailers roll out tons of new seasonally inspired decor that begs to be brought home — and loading up on too much season-specific stuff is a sure way to blow your budget and overstuff your storage. To strike the right balance, aim to build up an arsenal of go-to pieces that feel special yet can work in several different way... read more

Hoops & Home: a slam dunk!The latest Coldwell Banker advertising campaign, called "Hoops," tells the story of a young boy whose family is moving. The family stands in the driveway of a listing while the boy shows a clear disinterest in moving. When the Coldwell Banker agent sees the boy is wearing a basketball jersey, he recommends putting up a basketball hoop and suggests that friends are easy to find in the neighborhood when you have a good game. This gives the boy hope as he considers a new home. Later, we s... read more

There are endless reasons to live in Macomb County, Michigan. From a growing wealth of jobs to quality schools, Macomb County is one of southeast Michigan’s best destinations for raising a family. Throw in beautiful natural amenities like Lake St. Clair, the Clinton River and plenty of parks, as well as a growing arts community, and it’s easy to see why so many choose to live here. But the true sign of a great American community is its food. When your stomach’s happy, you’re happy, and there... read more

Bringing home your newly adopted dog is always an adjustment for everyone involved. It’s exciting and it’s only normal for you to have concerns about your new pet’s transition into life at home. Here are 3 important tips to help you welcome your new family member into your home.  1. Do Your ResearchPrior to your new dog arriving at your home, plan out how you will train your pet and make sure all of your family members are on the same page. Providing positive reinforcement technique... read more