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FEATURED LISTINGS
- 1/27 27Open Sat 1PM-3PM
$ 199,000
3 Beds1 Bath1,214 SqFt320 W HAYES Avenue, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Single Family Home
Listed by Good Company
- 1/36 36New
$ 374,900
4 Beds2 Baths1,922 SqFt4257 GATESFORD CIRCLE Drive, Troy, MI 48085
Single Family Home
Listed by Good Company
- Pending
$ 254,900
3 Beds1.5 Baths1,142 SqFt2340 COY Street, Ferndale, MI 48220
Single Family Home
Listed by Good Company
- 1/9 9Active
$ 90,000
2 Beds2 Baths1,993 SqFt13501 METTETAL Street, Detroit, MI 48227
Multi-Family
Listed by Good Company
- Pending
$ 260,000
4 Beds2 Baths3,229 SqFt2434 OAKMAN Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48238
Single Family Home
Listed by Good Company
- 1/52 52Price Dropped by $25K
$ 449,900
2 Beds3 Baths2,007 SqFt443 E MILWAUKEE Street, Detroit, MI 48202
Condo
Listed by Good Company
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$ 424,999
$ 424,999
4 Beds2.5 Baths2,838 SqFt27667 FORESTBROOK Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Single Family Home
Listed by Good Company
$ 270,000 0.2%
$ 269,500
3 Beds2 Baths1,197 SqFt28841 Palm Beach Drive, Warren, MI 48093
Single Family Home
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty
$ 185,000 5.7%
$ 175,000
3 Beds1 Bath960 SqFt654 W Garfield Avenue, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Single Family Home
Listed by Max Broock, REALTORS-Royal Oak
REVIEWS
Kimberly Galasso
Jammie is a pleasure to work with. Understands clients needs and works hard to satisfy those needs. Prompt and courteous communication. Always on time for show appointments. Places clients needs first. Her no-pressure professional demeanor was greatly appreciated with our recent purchase.
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Jacobs Group Realty Blog
Change the Feel of Your Room for $500 or Less Using Rugs
Everyone is looking for easy ways to spruce up their home. As spring approaches, those warm, cozy rooms that were so inviting in the cold can look cluttered and dark. If redecorating every season isn’t in your budget – and how many people can – then consider adding or changing a rug or two for big impact and often less than $500. Rugs have the ability to transform the look and feel of a room, adding interest, style, and personality. These decorative elements can be easily changed, stored, or removed as the season or mood determines. Imagine a bright blue area rug in the kids’ room or a soft-toned Kilim added to the family room. Experiment with color, size, and texture which can change the atmosphere of the space in a few short minutes. Rugs can also change the feel of the room by defining different areas. Modern floor plans boast big open spaces, so adding a rug under the sofa can distinguish it from the dining area, as an example. Different colors and patterns will affect the energy of the room as well. Bedrooms would benefit from the calming tone-on-tone of a neutral hue while a busy kitchen might be enhanced with a pop of bright yellow or red near the sink. Big box home stores and local marketplaces are filled with rugs of all sizes and colors. Even the larger area rugs can cost less than $500. Changing or adding a rug is a great way to change the look and feel of any room, updating or elevating the atmosphere and sense of home.
Read moreWhat to Expect from a Listing Agent
You already know that the best way to sell your home, and for the most profit, is to hire a listing agent. The fact is that people who sell using a real estate agent make more profit and have a smoother transaction than those who try to do it themselves. Yet often consumers don’t know everything the listing agent does. Listing a home properly entails so much more than putting a lockbox on the front door and slapping a sign in the yard. The listing agent is your advocate and partner in the selling process. They help guide you through the transaction, negotiate on your behalf, and work with the buyers’ agents to get you the best deal possible. A good listing agent will provide you with regular updates and input from showings. The most important thing is to discuss and set expectations at the beginning. Some sellers ask that their agent attend all showings. This is typical with luxury properties, for example. But often they do most of their work behind the scenes, encouraging offers, negotiating counter offers, working with lenders and appraisers, handling loose ends and hiccups. Once in a while, things don’t go well. The partnership becomes difficult or impossible. Since almost all listings involve a reasonable time limit, you may feel trapped or hopeless that there is a solution. In this case, you do have options. First, if your agent works for a brokerage, call the managing broker who can mediate, or if necessary, reassign your listing if needed. Your agent is your partner. Be honest and open with your needs and expectations. In this way, you can work together to sell your home quickly and for the best price and terms possible.
Read moreUnderstanding the Difference Between Interest Rate and APR
One of the least understood aspects of obtaining a home loan is the difference between the interest rate and the APR (Annual Percentage Rate). At first glance, they sound like the same thing, but while they both impact the cost of the loan, they are two different aspects of the home loan program. Home interest rates, or more commonly referred to as mortgage rates, are the actual cost of borrowing the money needed to buy the home. Lenders use the borrower’s credit score, income, loan amount, and other factors to determine their risk of lending the money. Then, they determine how much interest to charge on the principal loan amount. On the other hand, APR provides an overall picture of the total cost of borrowing. It includes not only the interest rate cost, but also other costs and fees associated with the loan. Items such as origination fees, points, and mortgage insurance are all added to the total interest due over the course of the loan and then compared to the amount borrowed to determine the Annual Percentage Rate. For potential borrowers, the APR allows them to compare the total cost of the loan among all available loans. One might offer a lower interest rate but once the fees and costs are included, it may end up costing more in the long run. Mortgage financing can seem complicated and confusing but by learning the terms and how they affect the loan, borrowers can make informed decisions about what loan program makes sense for their needs.
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