According to the National Association of Realtors, 42 percent of homebuyers start their home search online, and 92 percent use the Web during the home search process. While the Internet can be a good place to start looking, there are things real estate agents know about the process of buying and selling a home that […]
If you’ve been in your home for a while, it’s probably withstood a good amount of wear and tear. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that scratches on the wood floor or stains on the carpet—that’s just life. If you’ve got visitors, or more important yet, home […]
Sellers go through a lot of trouble making sure their homes are sparkling clean before an open house. Open houses can attract hundreds of people—and twice that number of feet, so some sellers want to reduce the chance of floor damage in their homes by asking that everyone remove their shoes. With tons of people coming and […]
If you are interested in buying a house that has an in-ground pool, according to appraisal adjustments, can add up to 2 percent to the value of a home in some areas. That is the statistical factor; however, the real value of a pool will depend largely on the needs of the buyers looking at it. The DiMora Team […]
If you find a Buyer for your house, do you still have to pay the full commission to your Realtor? Typically, your contract states it is an exclusive right to sell meaning you would have to pay a commission. Finding the buyer is only part of what you are paying a Realtor for. The wisdom and knowledge along […]
When listing your house for sale, its important to make sure your bathrooms look absolutely pristine clean and as if they are not used. This means no personal items on the sink, in the shower or immediately visible. No toothbrushes, used wash cloths, used towels, bathrobes, or used soaps, shavers, hairbrushes, etc. should be laying around. The […]
If you are selling your home, do not show your home by yourself. If someone comes to your door claiming to be an agent and you have no scheduled appointment, ask them to call your agent to confirm an appointment. Predators come in all shapes and sizes. They can refer all inquiries to your agent. […]
If you find a home you want to by after going to an Open House, should you use the selling agent or get your own buyer’s agent? The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that you can work with the seller’s agent, but be aware that […]
If you fall in love with a home that is for sale but is listed as “pending” and hasn’t closed yet, there is still a chance the home can be up for grabs again. Its possible, if the inspection doesn’t check out or the buyer can’t pull together the financing. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the […]
Most people are eager to tell everyone they know about their upcoming move, and announcing it through social media is usually the quickest and easiest way to do it. Once you notify contacts about your move, or even your interest in exploring the possibility, people will likely come forward with helpful information, often before you ask for […]
