Real Estate

Buyers officially gain ownership of a home when they receive the title to the property. Ideally, the new homeowners will have performed a thorough title search to ensure that the title does not have any defects or claims by other parties. However, even a comprehensive...

It is common for those who scan real estate listings to see properties for sale listed “as-is.” The term generally invokes such images as a diamond in the rough ready for a rehab or perhaps a potential money pit. Issues to consider Here are some helpful tips for those...

Spring is not far off, and as the temperature heats up, so does the state’s housing market. Residential home sales and new listings tend to tick upward starting in April, peaking throughout the summer months. This can lead to home buyers feeling real pressure to act...

Making significant updates to your home should be a positive development. Not only is a renovation or addition a way to make your house better fit your needs, it can also be beneficial in the long run. A larger property with more features will certainly be more...

If you have bought or considered buying property, be it a home purchase or commercial development deal, you know how exciting the prospect can be. Once the deal is done, that land is yours to do whatever you like with. Imagine, however, you then get some troubling...

If you are living in Michigan and facing the chance of foreclosure on your home, rest assured you are not alone. While facing the facts may be depressing, there are ways to avoid foreclosure even if you get behind on your mortgage. Many have a hard time keeping up on...

The last step in the home buying process is closing the sale. When you get to this point, you are ready for things to be done so you can move into your new Michigan home. However, sometimes things do not go as smoothly as you want. Things can come up that will slow...