The rule of thumb is that you should never spend more than 30% of your monthly income on a mortgage payment. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that an alternate rule states that you can afford to buy a property that runs about two-and-a-half times […]
The time your home spends on the market depends on several factors, including location, how competitively your home is priced, and how aggressively your home is marketed. Statistics show that if a home is properly priced, an offer should come in within the first 12 showings. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the […]
There are several simple, low-cost things you can do to boost the value of your home. These include eliminating clutter, washing windows and walls, and installing higher wattage bulbs to create a brighter environment. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know that the larger projects, like […]
The rule of thumb is that you should never spend more than 30% of your monthly income on a mortgage payment. An alternate rule states that you can afford to buy a property that runs about two-and-a-half times your annual salary. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and […]
When selling your house, and just because your focal point is on your front door, don’t neglect the rest of the outside. Plant new succulents in the pots. Nurse those geraniums back to health (or replace them and pretend you nursed them back to health). The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi […]
If you’re selling your house, you know that there’s a lot of work just to prep it for sale. However, real estate agents say it’s not uncommon for clients to forget something when prepping. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Northville and Novi neighborhoods and we know that everyone knows that your home should […]
It’s easy to get carried away with all of the economic reasons for home ownership, but it’s important to remember that not every reason is financial. Have you ever wanted to paint the walls of your apartment? When you’re renting, you can’t. Has anything in your apartment ever needed updating, but the landlord refused to […]
With the burst of the housing bubble, credit crisis, and millions of foreclosures across the country, you may wonder if buying a home is such a good idea after all. However, it’s important to consider all of the facts. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and Northville neighborhoods and we know […]
A pre-qualified letter is not verified and does not count for much if you are competing with other buyers who are pre-approved. When you are pre-approved, you and the seller know exactly how much house you can afford. It gives you credibility as an interested buyer and lets the seller know immediately that you will […]
It used to be that buyers could go house shopping and when they have found their dream home, then they go to get pre-approved. However, in today’s market, that has proven to be one of the least effective methods in landing the dream home. The DiMora Team are real estate experts in the Novi and […]
