Although waterfront properties fluctuate in price like the rest of the real estate market, they consistently sell at a higher price than homes that are not on the water. Oceanfront properties are valued at nearly 45% higher than homes that are not on the water but in the same ZIP code. Lakefront homes were shown to have […]
Crown molding is one of few home improvements where the cost of installation can exceed the cost of materials. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that the return on investment for crown molding is usually positive. If you’ are handy or happen to have a […]
If you’re trying to get your curb appeal ready for an open house, instead of spending cash and effort trying to achieve exterior perfection, you simply need to tidy things up so buyers can see its potential. And if your home’s front yard is already in pretty good shape, that can be accomplished with one […]
If your home has a sump pump in your basement, you should test it twice a year. Sump pumps typically last about 10 years, and with proper maintenance, could work even longer. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Westland, Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that the water level of the pump […]
Before an open house, even though your time is limited, that doesn’t mean you should go into panic mode, rushing into decluttering all the rooms at once in the name of getting the project finished fast. In fact, most pro organizers agree that this is the worst mistake you could make. Without a focused strategy, […]
An open house is often a daunting experience. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that a messy home can directly impact anything from whether or not a potential buyer will make an offer to the amount of the seller’s offer. Rare is the buyer who […]
Getting your home ready to sell is essential. Ensuring a grand entrance for your buyer will draw them in to see the rest of the home. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that every room should be tidy, clean, and neutral. That means no aggressively […]
When selling a primary home, the seller generally doesn’t have to worry about paying taxes on any profits since the IRS allows a single homeowner to forego taxes on up to $250,000 gained from the sale, and a married couple can exclude up to $500,000. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and […]
As a seller, you have to be in tune with the possibility that you might need to show your house at a moments notice. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that if they are able to touch and feel the surfaces inside the home, it’s […]
Even with the best of renovations, a basement is still a basement. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that most buyers will see it as a “bonus” space, not a must-have in a home. High-end flooring isn’t necessary for the area, and can even backfire […]
