Most homeowners hope for a substantial increase in their home value – and these days many are achieving it when they sell their primary home. But that appreciation can come with a thorny issue: capital gains tax owed when they file their tax returns after selling. If you’re in that situation or anticipating it, you […]
When you buy a house, you really don’t know who else has keys to your home, so its a good idea to change the locks. That ensures you’re the only person who has access. Install new deadbolts yourself for as little as $11 per lock or call a locksmith. If you supply the new locks, locksmiths […]
Ignoring your front yard — or doing something that’s out of character with the neighborhood — can jeopardize the assessed value of your home. Determining the value of mature trees is particularly difficult. Healthy, mature trees add an average of 10% to a property’s value, according to the USDA Forest Service. In addition, by planting […]
First things first when selling your home. You need to know what you (and your partner) want in order to sell your home with minimum frustration. Why are you moving? What do you expect from the process? When should you put that “For Sale” sign in the yard? You need to organize your thoughts and […]
The fun part of buying a home is looking through all the homes for sale to uncover your special gem. Without a little prep work, you could set yourself up for unpleasant surprises. After all, if you skip getting a mortgage preapproval before starting your search, you may fall for a home that a lender […]
If your circumstances for your living situation after you sell your home are less-than-ideal and will add time to your departure from the property, a rent-back agreement may be the right choice for you. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods, and we know that you should discuss this […]
Curb appeal is your first, and sometimes only, shot to make a potential buyer fall in love with your house. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that unfinished curb appeal projects may make buyers think that you’ve neglected other important home maintenance, even if you […]
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 […]
One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your home is to overprice it. A higher list price will not translate to more money in your lap. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that the National Association of Realtors reported in 2020 that sellers typically […]
A powder room is typically small, but it’s full of enormous possibilities. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that traditionally a half bath which has a sink and a toilet is also known as a guest bathroom and one of the spaces most commonly seen […]
