Now is the Time to Buy a Home!

May 16, 2011 Leave a Comment
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What an awesome time to be a buyer! Homes need to sell for a variety of reasons... some due to homeowners simply wanting a change of scenery or a small upgrade and don't want to miss their chance to seize that opportunity as a buyer themselves. With so many great deals out there sellers are motivated to list their home at a very competitive price or in some cases REDUCE the price after being on the market for a period of time.   Here are two examples of great buys from the desirable Georgetown Forest area in Hudsonville.....   7335 Hidden Forest Drive Hudsonville,MI 49426 $178,500 reduced from$183,500         7355 Hidden Forest Dr Hudsonville, MI 49426 $167,500 reduced from $174,900           For more deals like these contact me - Sue Prins or check out Sue's Featured Listings and Search MLS!! … [Read more...]

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Finding the Right Home in a Buyer’s Market

May 16, 2011 Leave a Comment
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In Real Estate there are a variety of needs to be met. Whether we are working with an entrepreneurial investor, empty nesters looking to downsize, or completing a short sale, as real estate agents, we need to be conscious of all options for and motivations of our clients.  First time buyers fall into their own category and bring with them their own unique needs when it comes to real estate. Recently I had the pleasure of working with a young engaged couple on finding their first new home.  The phrase came to mind, "Home is where your story begins"....  and with the abundance of homes available in this buyer's market, this couple could choose any number of settings to host their fairytale. Choice is a good thing, but can be overwhelming. Offering a very personal approach and paying close attention to detail allows me to put things into perspective for each individual buyer.  In this case  I proposed the mindset of choosing a new home in much the way they chose each … [Read more...]

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Choosing the Right Real Estate Agent for You.

February 24, 2011 Leave a Comment
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Seller's! Start your engines! Making the decision to sell your home is a bit like waving that checkered flag at the beginning of a race, especially today in this "buyer's market". The laid back approach to simply list your home for sale and stick a sign in the front yard will put you in last place. As a seller, your participation and involvement is crucial to the sale of your home beginning with your choice in a real estate agent. When looking for a real estate agent, go beyond a referral or the number of times you've seen their name on a "for sale" sign... You want someone that will work with you as a team. Someone that will listen to you, your concerns, your ideas, your goals. You want experience, not only in years, but more importantly how has their experience sustained through those years and have they managed success in this challenging market. It is a shame how property value has declined and it can be very disheartening to hear the current dollar value of your beloved home. … [Read more...]

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