Ford Cars/Trucks and My Real Estate Business   This is A topic that just seems to come up in the Detroit Metro area all the time.  What kind of car do you drive??????  Not because of a social status symbol like many might immediately think but because so many are employed here by Ford Motor Company.  In my real estate market place it is almost safe to say that everyone is either related too, knows someone, has been affected by or affiliated with Ford Motor Company in some way.  For those of you not from Michigan imagine a very one sided economy where a huge company plays a major role in every ones quality of life.  The picture you see to our right is the car I drive and yes it is a Ford.  Currently the "BIG THREE AUTO COMPANIES" (in my opinion) are the main source of income in one way o... 01/20/2012

Michigan Real Estate Investors Club host "Hands on eBay Workshop"   – eBay – Learn to Clean Your Closet & Make Money   Do you have things in your closet that you know you won’t wear but just can’t throw away?   Founded in 1995, eBay is one of the notable success stories of the dot-com bubble; it is now a multi-billion dollar business with operations localized in over thirty countries.   You can have your own online store (To see an example, click HERE.).  All you need is a computer, something to sell, a bank account that you can use, and just a little bit of know-how.   Help is on the way!   Call (248) 939-6232 or (248) 622-6284 to reserve your spot!   On Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Glenda Norris will be teaching a workshop in Livonia – only $129, and that includ... 01/02/2012

Livonia, MI Market Report comparing November 2010 & 2011 There were 77 homes sold in November 2010 vs 85 sold in November 2011 Average sold price was $113,994 in 2010 and $122,031 in 2011 Highest sold in 2010 was $335,000 vs $330,795 in 2011 Lowest sold was $14,100 in 2010 and $17,500 in 2011 Average days on market in 2010 was 93. In 2011 it was 85. Here's the comparison in the different price ranges: As you can see, the average price per sale is higher and the days on market are just a little bit lower in 2011 than they were in 2010. I believe that the market has stabilized a bit and that the prices should slowly and somewhat steadily rise. It's not a full blown "rebound," but it's looking better than it has for a long time! 12/18/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Livonia Homes For Sale Wayne County Homes For Sale What Is Your Home Worth?   JERRY DRESNER NATIONAL REALTY CENTERS, INC 248-444-4340 jdresner@nationalrealtycenters.com Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 11038 FLAMINGO STLIVONIA, MIScan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools     For 24 Hour Information: 888-866-9430 x 11038 $ Click for current price3 BEDROOMS1 BATHROOMS (1 full) 1083 Square Feet Well maintained 3 Bdrm Brick Ranch in a great location & close to everything. Separate Dining room area off Living room. Table space in Kit with extra cabinets & window over sink. Updated ceramic bath (new sink, to... 12/12/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info   ROBERT JAKOWINICZ NATIONAL REALTY CENTERS, INC 734-578-6561 bobandteena@yahoo.com Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 15621 SUNSET STLIVONIA, MIScan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools Property Video     For 24 Hour Information: 888-866-9430 x 15621 $ Click for current price3 BEDROOMS2 BATHROOMS (2 full) 1125 Square Feet Move in Ready!! Located in Livonia Stevenson High School District. This home has an open feel with new kitchen boasting granite counters, new appls, maple cabinets, ceramic floors, recessed lighting and pantry. The living room and 3 bedrooms have gorgeous hardwood floors along with two... 12/05/2011

 In the past year 25 Windridge subdivision homes sold (Livonia Michigan). On average these homes were on the market for 90 days. Windridge subdivision homes range from colonial style homes at 1700 square feet to 3700 square feet and ranch style homes at 1600 square feet to 2400 square feet.  Windridge subdivision homes are actually in 4 subdivisions (includes Deer Creek Subdivision).  Windridge subdivision has approximately 705 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 1978 -1991.  Windridge subdivision homes are located between 7 and 8 mile roads and between Farmington and Newburgh Roads.   Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $1,550 34090 GABLE DR LIVONIA 32.1COLONIAL1,805 BRICK, AL... 11/21/2011

  Schedule a Showing/Request Info Livonia Homes For Sale Wayne County Homes For Sale What Is Your Home Worth?   STACY BERTERA NATIONAL REALTY CENTERS, INC 313-720-1406 sbertera@nationalrealtycenters.com Information valid for the date of this posting only. Please contact us for the most current information and status of this property. 11422 CARDWELL STLIVONIA, MIScan with your smartphone & take me with you. Description Features Photos Maps & Local Schools Virtual Tour Property Video     BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT $ Click for current price2 BEDROOMS1 BATHROOMS (1 full) 810 Square Feet BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT. NICE HARDWOOD FLOORING AND GREAT UPDATES. GARDENERS DREAM YARD. FINISHED BASEMENT WITH HALF BATH, BEDROOM, LIVING SPACE AND GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS. OFFER AND COMMISSION SUBJECT TO THIRD... 11/14/2011

In the past year there have been one Rennolds Ravines subdivision home sold (Livonia, Michigan). On average this home was on the market for 90 days. The homes in Rennolds Ravines subdivision range ranch homes between 1400-1500 square feet and colonial homes between 1800-2300 square feet. Rennold Ravines has approximately 72 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 1986 - 1987.  The homes are mostly Colonial, and ranch style.  Most of the homes have brick/wood and brick/vinyl exteriors, 2 car garages, 3-4 bedrooms, 1 & 2 + bathrooms, basements. Rennolds Ravines subdivision homes are located between Schoolcraft and 5 mile roads and between Levan and Farmington Roads. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWint... 11/14/2011

Reason #37 to Live in Livonia, MI   There are many reasons to want to Live in Livonia, MI.   The Livonia Police are outstanding.  The schools system is one of the best in the state. I've never really heard anyone complain about the schools. A great mix of well established and newer construction subdivisions. Coventry Gardens, Burton Hollow, Francavilla and Quakertown are some of the most popular. Proximity to freeways makes traffic much better than a lot of other cities. Ever drive on Ford Rd in Canton during rush hour? Bates.   Well, Reason #37 to Live in Livonia, MI is right up there with all of those: You can rake your leaves into piles on the side of the street and the city will come and pick them up for you! It's Awesome!     Plus, I live in Livonia, too. Let me know if you have mo... 11/11/2011

You could look high and low for Livonia, Michigan real estate but will not find a better deal.  This is a great 3 BR/2 Bath brick ranch with a finished basement and a 2 car garage. This home sits on a corner lot in a great location in the city of Livonia.  Livonia has great schools and has consistently been voted one of the best and safest cities in America (Livonia was recognized by the FBI as the second safest city in Michigan (pop. over 75,000). This is a short-sale, but the process is underway.                For more information about this home and to see additional pictures go to: Scott-Petersen.com     11/11/2011

What is Livonia like - Livonia relocation and moving information Livonia is a town in western Wayne County that is just about a 20 -25 minute ride to downtown Detroit, to the airport, or to Ann Arbor.  With plenty of nearby freeways I-96 and I-275 you can get anywhere easily from Livonia. If you are looking for a city with a centralized downtown then Livonia may not be for you.  Livonia has several malls/shopping centers but no downtown area.  The city of Livonia is laid out in squares.  Starting from the south of the city the major roads are about every mile.  First it is Joy, Plymouth, I-96m 5 Mile, 6 Mile, 7 Mile, and then 8 Mile.  It is the same thing going east to west.  First you have Inkster, Middlebelt, Merriman, Farmington, Wayne Rd, Newburg, I-275, and Haggerty. Livonia MI is ... 11/10/2011

Bigg Burger hamburger shop in Livonia, MI There's a new(er) hamburger shop in town. It's called Bigg Burger, and I stopped there today to see what all the talk is about! They're located at 19055 Farmington Rd, Livonia, MI  48152. Just south of 7 Mile Rd. I ordered a regular single burger and small fries. The burger was great! They have a ton of FREE items that you can put on your burgers. On mine, I got dijon mustard, sprouts, grilled onions and mushrooms, tomatoes, green olives and fresh jalapeno's. How that sound? I can't wait to try the bleu cheese mayo on it next time. Small fries. Anything but small. The tasty, thin, skin-still-on them fries came in a tray and were spilling out everywhere. Didn't need to add salt or ketchup or anything to them. They were great just like they were. ... 11/08/2011

Currently there are 63 Livonia foreclosures (Livonia Michigan) for sale. On average these homes have been on the market for 87 days. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $17,900 11665 INKSTER RD LIVONIA 21RANCH724 VINYL1 CAR40 X 110/0 1939595533LIVONIA $18,000 8911 INKSTER RD LIVONIA 32COLONIAL1,260 OTHERUNFINISHED3 CAR60 X 705/0.97 19367771,458LIVONIA $22,500 20035 FLORAL ST LIVONIA 31BUNGALOW1,008 VINYLPART FIN NO GARAGE40X113/0 1941644730CLARENCEVILLE $23,900 18840 LATHERS ST LIVONIA 21RANCH816 VINYL2 CAR40 X 136/0 1939534387CLARENCEVILLE $24,900 27924 LONG ST LIVONIA 21BUNGALOW1,020 ALUMINUM1 CAR80X120/0 1927826600CLARENCEVILLE $24,900 12109 ARCOLA ST LIVONIA 31RANCH1,018 BRICK, ALUMINUM2 CAR4... 11/08/2011

In the past year 1 Willow Woods subdivision home (Livonia Michigan) has sold. On average this home was on the market for 272 days. The homes in Willow Woods subdivision range from colonial style homes between 1800 and 2500 square feet, and ranch style homes between 1600 and 1900 square feet. Willow Woods has approximately 63 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 1989.  The homes are mostly Colonial, ranch and Cape Cod style.  Most of the homes have brick & wood exteriors, 2 car garages, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 + bathrooms, basements.Willow Woods subdivision homes is between 7 and 8 mile roads and between Gill and Newburgh Roads.   Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $259,900 37150 BRETTO... 11/07/2011

In the past year 4 Denmar Estates subdivision homes sold (Livonia, Michigan). On average these homes were on the market for 97 days. These Denmar Estates subdivision homes range from 1000 square feet to 2200 square feet. The Denmar Estates subdivision homes are mostly colonial and ranch style homes   Denmar Estates subdivision homes are located between 6 Mile and 7 Mile Roads and between Newburgh and Farmington Roads in Livonia, Michigan. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $128,000 36300 6 MILE RD LIVONIA 31.1RANCH1,550 BRICKPART FIN 2 CAR80 X 120/0 19662,2332,124LIVONIA $162,900 17347 GOLFVIEW ST LIVONIA 32.1RANCH1,340 BRICKFINISHED2 CAR85X85X106X106/0 19641,5681,324LIVONIA $206,000 17493 WESTB... 11/04/2011

In the past year 7 Woodcreek Farms subdivision homes sold (Livonia, Michigan). On average these homes were on the market for 119 days. The homes in Wookcreek Farms subdivision range from 2100 square feet to 3500 square feet. Most of the homes in the Wookcreek Farms subdivision are colonials with some ranchs and cape cods in the mix. Woodcreek Farms subdivision has approximately 111 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 1963 - 1985. Woodcreek Farms subdivision is located between Schoolcraft and 5 mile roads and between Merriman and Farmington Roads. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $123,500 15953 WOODRING DR LIVONIA 32.1RANCH1,633 BRICK, ALUMINUMUNFINISHED2 CAR60X151X140X125/0 ... 11/03/2011

Currently there are 4 Burton Hollow subdivision homes for sale (Livonia, Michigan). On average these homes have been on the market for 59 days. The homes in Burton Hollow Estates subdivision range from 1500 square feet to 3500 square feet. There are mostly ranch and colonial style homes in Burton Hollow Estates subdivision.  Burton Hollow Estates subdivision is located between 6 mile roads and 7 Mile Rd and between Merriman and Farmington Roads.  Burton Hollow Estates subdivision has approximately 110 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 1963 - 1965. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $139,900 35061 ELLEN CT LIVONIA 42.1COLONIAL2,030 BRICKPART FIN 2 CAR82 X 120/0.23 19681,8832,... 10/28/2011

In the past year 34 Castle Gardens subdivision homes sold (Livonia, Michigan). On average these homes were on the market for 102 days. These  Castle Gardens subdivision homes range from 900 square feet to 2000 square feet. The homes are mostly Colonial and Cape Cod style.  Most of the homes have brick exteriors, 2 car garages, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 + bathrooms, basements. Castle Gardens subdivision is actually 7 subdivisions .  Castle Gardens has approximately 1183 homes in it.  The homes were built during the years of 2003 -2008.  Castle Gardens subdivision homes are located between Schoolcraft and 5 mile roads and between Newburgh and I-275 Roads. Photo Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $1,200 14080 SUSA... 10/24/2011

The day has finally come to close on your Livonia home and you have to bring certain items to closing.  Otherwise you can’t close. 1.)   You must bring your driver’s license.  The title company will make a photo copy of your license.  The bank requires it.  So if you don’t have a driver’s license you will have to bring at least two pieces of identification.  Preferably a photo ID. 2.) Your water bill.  An unpaid water bill will be added to your tax bill and become a lien against your Livonia home.  So the title company wants to make sure your home is clear of any liens.  So the title company will make sure the water bill and taxes are paid at closing.  So they want the final water reading and a paid receipt or they will pay the bill and take it out of your proceeds.   I hope this helps... 10/18/2011

Currently there are 30 Livonia bank owned homes (Livonia, Michigan). These homes have been on the market on average for 98 days. These Livonia bank owned homes range between 900 sqaure feet up to 2500 square feet. Most of the homes are ranch style homes are 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. There are a few colonial, cape cod and bungalow style homes. Some of these Livonia bank owned homes have 4 bedrooms and up to 2 bathrooms. Price AddressCity BedBathStyleSq.Ft. ExteriorBasementGarage SizeLot Size/Acres Year BuiltSummer TaxWinter TaxSchool Dist. $18,000 8911 INKSTER RD LIVONIA 32COLONIAL1,260 OTHERUNFINISHED3 CAR60 X 705/0.97 19367771,458LIVONIA $21,400 28100 5 MILE RD LIVONIA 31.1BUNGALOW1,080 BRICK1 CAR128 X 307/0 19377821,051LIVONIA $42,900 15451 WOODRING ST LIVONIA 52COLONIAL1,657 VINYLNO GAR... 10/13/2011