A seller’s worst nightmare is not being able to sell his home. But also scoring very high on the would-be disaster list is getting a lowball offer from a buyer who is in serious need of a reality check. A lowball offer can lead to a successful sale if the seller plays their cards right. After all, you’re […]
If you plan on lmoving across the country, hunting for a home in another state isn’t nearly as difficult as it used to be, but it can still be a challenge. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and one great way to find out information about the cost of […]
If your kitchen countertops are out of control, a good rule to follow is: If you don’t use it, move it. If you don’t use your mixer, food processor, or other tool more than once a week, stash it in a cupboard. Counter space is precious real estate. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in […]
When you sell your home, take yourself out of the picture. If you happen to be home, greet any potential buyers and then allow them to walk through your home undisturbed. Give them a chance to picture their couches in the living room or their dining set in the dining room. Let them have space to discuss […]
If you decide to build a new home, how much do Realtors make on the sale? Actually, it depends on the builder – each one has a commission rate that they pay that they advertise to the Realtor community. The buyer typically has to declare to the builder that he intends to use a Realtor […]
Is it ok to buy a house that has mold? Mold can be removed from a home so before buying have the home inspected by a reputable home inspector whose occupation is to inspect homes for potential buyers prior to purchase. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and […]
If you are buying a home, can the seller ask for your credit score? You are typically not required to give credit scores to the seller. A pre-approval letter should be sufficient (not the same as a pre-qualification letter). Anyone can ask you for anything. It is up to you if you want to provide it. […]
If you want to buy a home and you do not have good credit or any money to put down, you have two problems. You can buy a home with as little as 3.5% down plus closing costs BUT you will have to have a credit score of at least 620. The DiMora Team are real […]
When you’re buying a house, there are a lot of unknowns — and once you’ve bought a home, you’re committed, usually for years. Contingency clauses in your home offer can take away some of the uncertainty of buying a home by detailing conditions that must be met before closing. The DiMora Team are real estate […]
If you’re interested in buying a home nowadays, lenders will carefully check your credit and rarely will approve a loan for someone with bad credit. For that reason, it’s important to check your credit report and your credit score. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know […]
