If you are moving to the Detroit area you may want to know the better cities that like west of downtown Detroit.  You may work downtown and want an easy drive down I-96.  Your spouse may work in the opposite direction in Ann Arbor and you may want to split the driving time for both of you.  So living west of downtown Detroit may be your best choice rather than living in the northern counties.When I say the four best cities near Detroit in the western suburbs I mean cities that have low crime, good schools, and that are desirable cities to live in.  Usually when you buy a home in a community that has low crime and good schools the housing prices are stable or rising.  That means when it is time for you to sell your home in the future you should be able to get more for the home. Here are ... 01/02/2022

What are the three best communities in Wayne County? Is it Garden City, Livonia, Plymouth, or what community in Wayne County is the best community for you and your family.   Everybody has there own criteria and as a Michigan relocation agent I like to hear from my relocation buyers what they are really looking for.   What are your wants and needs in a home and what do you want the community to have for you?If you are moving to Metro Detroit and and one of the areas you are considering is Wayne County  you may be wondering what are the best places to live in Wayne County are.  What are the best cities to move to in the suburbs of Detroit?  You may be working near the airport, in Ann Arbor, at Ford Motor Company, or downtown Detroit.  Living in Wayne County makes it very easy to get to an... 12/04/2021

Located in Wayne County, Plymouth, MI, a Detroit suburb, is one of the best places to call home in Michigan's Great Lakes State. It is home to several outdoor attractions, including the beautiful Hilltop Golf Course, which is a popular playground for golf enthusiasts, and the Riverside Caravan Park, which is a peaceful, secluded rural park that gives convenient access to the wonderful South Hams' beaches, Dartmoor National Park, and the Cornwall and Brittany Ferries port in Plymouth. If you're thinking about moving to Plymouth, Michigan, keep reading to learn more about the area and discover why so many people love to live here. Downtown PlymouthPlymouth's downtown area is undoubtedly one of the city's most alluring features. Located in the heart of Wayne County, Downtown Plymouth is on... 10/21/2021

If you are thinking of selling your home in the next year or so you may be wondering what you should do to prepare your home for sale.  These tips I am going to give you work whether you have a home in Commerce or a lake home in Waterford.  My goal as you listing realtor is to help you get top dollar for your home while selling it relatively quick.  It's not about listing it at a low ball price.  It's about trying to get you top dollar for the condition it is in.Remember this....the more updated your home is the better the chance you will get a higher price.  It's that simple.  Updated move in ready homes sell for more.  If you read many of my articles you will realize I preach this.  However it may not pay for you to do all the updating.  You may not get a return on some improvements. ... 09/21/2021

Discover Why Canton is One of the Best Places to Live in Michigan You can find more interesting facts in Michigan other than auto manufacturing and Bob Seger. This state serves as the home of the world's largest cement factory, the world's largest limestone quarry, the world's largest registered Holstein dairy herd, the world's largest maker of magic materials, and the state with the most state boat registrations.Canton is another city in Michigan. It's a Detroit suburb in southeast Michigan that's regarded as one of the greatest locations to live in the state. Let's Bring Canton into the spotlight and see what we can learn. Benefits of Living in Southeast Michigan Small-Town Living Near Urban AreasSouthern and southeastern Michigan include several little communities where you may settl... 08/05/2021

Low Inventory Real Estate in Livonia MichiganIf you or anyone you know has been thinking about selling their home in Livonia Michigan you have come to the right place.  In the latter part of 2020 and comfortably extending into 2021 the overall real estate industry has been booming!  As we all know selling your Livonia Michigan home is really all about supply and demand.  We have experienced a very very low supply with extremely high Livonia housing demand.  As of today March 9th 2021 this is how many choices you would have on properties for sale in Livonia Michigan.CURRENT REAL ESTATE MARKET AS OF MARCH 2021 HEADING INTO THE SPRING REAL ESTATE MARKET.  Current market in Livonia Michigan is a very strong sellers market.  Prices are rising, housing inventory is very low, interest rates ar... 03/09/2021

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Downtown Plymouth, MIDowntown Plymouth is the primary center of commerce and entertainment for the city of Plymouth, Michigan. Established in 1825, the area is now known as a diverse district rich in art and culture. Year-round events and festivals are celebrated in the community, including Art-in-the-Park, Chili Cook-Off, Plymouth Ice Festival, Art in the Park, Old Village Restaurant Crawl, Plymouth Fall Festival, Pumpkin Palooza, Christmas in Plymouth, July 4th Parade, and many more. Notable hotspots available to visitors include the Penn Theatre, Plymouth Historical Museum, and Kellogg Park.Shopping and Dining in Downtown Plymouth, MIThere are over a hundred shops, restaurants, salons, spas, cafes, and other establishments throughout Downtown Plymouth. Notable... 01/15/2021

Cost of LivingCost of Living is the various expenses an individual or family has to pay regularly in order to maintain a relatively good quality of life in a particular area. If you're planning to move into a new city, you'll want to make sure you check out the cost of living in that community to make sure your move is financially viable for you and your family. We've compiled the various cost of living factors in the three cities we service, which are Plymouth, Canton, and Livonia. If you need help finding a new home in these cities, please feel free to give us a call.Check out our original blog post at https://kimerealty.com/.Cost of Living Index in Plymouth, Canton, or LivoniaThe Cost of Living Index below includes the various factors affecting your overall Cost of Living in Plymouth... 07/25/2020

You are invited to our Open House on Sunday!July 26, 12PM-2PM, Hosted by Craig. 41100 Maplewood Dr, Canton, MI 48187 Beautiful Canton Condo in Chelsea Square with wood floors on the first level. This pristine condo offers a study, 2 car attached garage, and a full finished basement along with 2 full bath and 2 half bath. Located close to I-275 off Haggerty and Ford Rd making your commute a breeze. Notable features include: Open Floor Plan, wood floors, 1,510 Sq. Ft., 2 bedrooms, 2 full bath & 2 half baths, 2 car attached garage, Study, Finished basement, Plymouth-Canton Schools.      Check it out Call Craig @ 734-218-6386http://www.homesearchannarbor.com/ 07/21/2020

You are invited to our Open House on Sunday!January 19th, 1PM-3PM, Hosted by Bethany   22733 Sumpter Rd, Belleville, MI 48111   Here is the opportunity you've been waiting for! This 2000+ sq ft ranch home has it all - inside and out! Inside, you'll find a home that's been lovingly maintained, recently inspected and thoughtfully prepared for its next owner. The floor plan features space for all of life's needs, including 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spacious living areas and a large kitchen with plenty of storage. The master suite is a true retreat and you're sure to love unwinding in the stylish free-standing soaker tub! Endless possibilities for the bonus room just off the master - make it your workout room, study, an additional bedroom or load up the wet bar and hang out! Skylights an... 01/12/2020

Come by Bethany's Open House tomorrow!December 15th, Sunday 1PM-3PM 22733 Sumpter Rd, Belleville, MI 48111 Here is the opportunity you've been waiting for! This 2000+ sq ft ranch home has it all - inside and out! Inside, you'll find a home that's been lovingly maintained, recently inspected and thoughtfully prepared for its next owner. The floor plan features space for all of life's needs, including 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spacious living areas and a large kitchen with plenty of storage. The master suite is a true retreat and you're sure to love unwinding in the stylish free-standing soaker tub! Endless possibilities for the bonus room just off the master - make it your workout room, study, an additional bedroom or load up the wet bar and hang out! Skylights and plenty of windows fi... 12/14/2019

Plymouth SchoolsThe children of residents in the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Township go to Plymouth - Canton schools.  I would say that Plymouth - Canton schools are better than state average schools.   Niche.com gives the schools an "A-" rating. Good teachers, and administrators are striving to make the schools better each year.  The high schools also rank very high on the US News school report.You can check out the rankings on many different websites. In both math and reading proficiency the schools rank in the top 5% of Michigan schools.  The school system does have a STEM program.  The schools prepare the kids for college well.  It is the type of school system where the teachers are in control of the classroom unlike many inner city schools.  You have a very high graduation rate,... 06/12/2019

Doors Open at 6:00 pmSchoolcraft College, Liberal Arts Building - Room 200 (Look for Real Estate Class Signs)(See Map Attached for Directions) On Tuesday, June 11th at 6:30 PM, there is a commercial real estate investing event in Livonia, Michigan.NOTE: This is a paid event$25 (Discount for Cash: $20)Have you wondered WHERE you should invest in commercial real estate?Pat Winter, an experienced real estate investor offers a wealth of information, based upon his experience and extensive research.Are you wondering where to buy commercial property? What type of commercial real estate to buy? Learn the art of wholesaling warehouses, industrial, retail, big box and strip malls. * Where to find the deals.  * How to put them under contract.  * Where to find the buyers.  * What are the ins and o... 06/11/2019

DETAILS:NOTE: This is a paid event$25 (Discount for Cash: $20)On Tuesday, May 22, 2019, we will present the following:Come join us in listening to these two local investors who are wholesaling all types of assets in our local market.A lot of books and programs present real estate investing as being easy. It might not be as hard as some people make it, but there are some things seasoned professionals suggest to beginning real estate investors.Real estate investing is not something you throw some money at and hope for the best. The most successful real estate investors treat it like a business, which it is. We will give you some tips to help you get started the right way. You need to protect yourself, and you need to know how.Bring your questions!!!Learn all of this and come network!Topic... 05/22/2019

Here are some metro Detroit home buying tips to think about.  Working with a client is a two way street.  When we get a buyer coming to us we want a buyer that is going to buy a home.  As a buyer you want to be ready, able, and willing to buy a house when you start going out to look at homes.  There are several things that stick out as a qualifications to being a good buyer.  They are: Ready to buy.....the buyer has gone out and gotten their pre-approval letter Serious about buying.....yes there are many not so serious buyers.  They are looking for that "perfect house" or dream home Realistic about what they can buy, what they want for the price range they are in Realistic about putting in an offer Listening to your agent  All five of these have come up during my 19 years of experience ... 05/22/2019

We are offering FREE one hour seminar sessions that will help you go from renting to buying your first home.  Stop throwing away your money and start making your money work for you. In these sessions, we will teach you: How to check your credit Finding the right lender Getting approved for a loan Sources for down payments Having a Realtor help you with your search Finding the home and writing the offer What to expect after the offer is accepted: Inspections, appraisal, etc. Closing - Receiving your Keys. Our goal is to make sure you have all the information in front of you to make a wise decision.  We take a lot of pride in what we do to make sure this will be an enjoyable experience for you the buyer. We will do our best to explain all of the different and many options that are out the... 04/13/2019

I went into a home yesterday and for the first time in 9 years I saw an old furnace.  It was the type of 1950's furnace that had individual heat ducts running out of it.  I call it an elephant furnace.  Wrapped around the ducts is the old asbestos insulation.The picture is sideways,but all the white is asbestos insulation. I call this an elephant furnace as there are many trunks to the furnace.  Here is some basic information on asbestos.Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral substance that can be pulled into a fluffy consistency. Asbestos fibers are soft and flexible yet resistant to heat, electricity and chemical corrosion. Pure asbestos is an effective insulator, and it can also be mixed into cloth, paper, cement, plastic and other materials to make them stronger. These qualities ... 04/03/2019

DetailsNOTE: This is a paid event$25 (Discount for Cash: $20)On Wednesday, December 12th, 2018, we will present the following:Getting Sound Legal Advice on Investing in Real EstateAt this event, you can come to find the answers to these types of questions…--What are the key things that should be in a GREAT Purchase Agreement?--What kind of paperwork do you need to do evictions?--What is the best way to approach an eviction?--What strategies should I take when someone takes me to Small Claims Court?--What strategies should I take when I take someone to Small Claims Court?--How should I structure my entity for a single-person business or within a partnership?--What are the most important steps I should take to being an Investor/Landlord?Come with your questions, and come network!Topic: Pa... 12/12/2018

Yes sometimes we have home buyers in Michigan that won't listen.  That's what the title "if you are going to be stupid, doesn't mean I have to be stupid too" is all about.  I don't want to be mean, or rude so you have to let the buyer down gently and FIRE THEM.  Every once in a while we get a buyer that is smarter than us, that is looking for that great deal, and refuses to listen to reason.Let me give you my latest example.  I was looking for homes for sale in Northville Michigan in the $550,000 to $700,000 range with a client.  They really wanted to be under the $600,000 range but they were not finding what they wanted.  They upped the price range to $700,000.  So they were already frustated.This is an important part of the story.  Their friend told them them got a GREAT DEAL on a hom... 09/25/2018