Home renovation spending is on the rise with home repairs and upgrades. Most homeowners plan to remodel their homes at some point in the future. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that when you’re dropping that kind of cash on a major renovation to your most […]
Most people wait too long until they have to downsize in a state of trauma or emergency or challenge versus doing it early and actually enjoying it. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that if you take your time with the downsize it will make […]
Natural light is a key factor in a buyer’s decision to choose one house over another. Make sure your home is the brightest, most inviting one they see by removing all of your window coverings. Take them all down and replace with simple and unobtrusive options, like light filtering honeycomb shades, faux-wood blinds or simple […]
Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house, then its time to start thinking about what to do to enhance its appeal to potential buyers. It’s likely too late for the big changes—a finished basement, extra bathrooms, new deck—and these projects rarely see a full return on your investment anyway. The DiMora Team are […]
Refinishing your hardwood floors before you sell and you’ll get back all of the money you spent–but you won’t make anything. This renovation is a toss-up. If your hardwood floors are extremely damaged, refinishing could make a big impact on the space and keep buyers from negotiating the price down. The DiMora Team are real […]
To understand how agents can qualify as top producers, it’s helpful to know how they get paid. In a typical transaction, the listing agent will charge their seller a commission that amounts to 6% of the property’s sale price. That commission usually gets split 50/50 with the buyer’s agent. In effect, each agent takes home […]
When searching for a house, you might spot a few that say the house is “under contract.” But what does “under contract” mean? In most cases, a property is listed as “under contract” once a buyer has made an offer and the seller has accepted. While that’s a big step, it doesn’t mean the deal […]
Given the high cost of entry into getting a pool, brand new pool owners-to-be often forget to consider the long-term costs of pool maintenance. While an in-ground pool is a backyard oasis promising relaxation, the care it requires is anything but restful. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods […]
If you’ve decided to sell your house, do you need to repaint? Do buyers expect to see freshly painted exteriors and interiors when they tour a potential new home? The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and the short answer is “yes”. Painting your exterior and key rooms in […]
Curb appeal is so important to buyers. If you have a front porch, make sure to accessorize with bright chairs and cushions, a wooden bench and outdoor rug, potted plants, and a cute side table or two. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and if you don’t want […]
