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Ann Arbor Family is Grateful for the "Speed" of Their Real Estate Agent Kat
2008-02-13 06:00:00
3863 W. Loch Alpine...Come see this meticulous home! SOLD!!!3863 W. Loch Alpine, Dexter, Michigan  Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Square Feet: 1403The Ann Arbor real estate market has been challenging.  In spite of the challenges many Sellers face, this is a hands on report provided from an Ann Arbor Seller family of Loch Alpine that they want me to share.Forgive the shameless plugKathy TothFrom the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary:Main Entry: 1speed Pronunciation: ˈspēd Function: noun Etymology: Middle English spede, from Old English spēd; akin to Old High German spuot prosperity, speed, Old English spōwan to succeed, Latin spes hope, Lithuanian spėti to be in time Date: before 12th century 1archaic : prosperity in an undertaking : success2 a: the act or state of moving swiftly : swiftness b: rate of motion: as (1): velocity 1 (2): the magnitude of a velocity irrespective of directio...
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2007 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
2008-02-12 06:00:00
How are you looking for a home in the Ann Arbor Real Estate Market?Buyers used many resources: 84 percent use the Internet (up from 80 percent in 2006), 84 percent use a real estate agent, 59 percent yard signs, 50 percent print or newspaper ads and 48 percent attend open houses. Smaller categories include a home book or magazine, home builders, television, billboards and relocation companies. Buyers usually start their search online, and then contact a real estate agent. Where did buyers first learn about the home purchased? Thirty Four percent of buyers identified a real estate agent; 29 percent the Internet; 14 percent from yard signs; 8 percent from a friend, neighbor or relative; 8 percent home builders; 3 percent a print or newspaper ad; 3 percent directly from the seller; and 1 percent a home book or magazine. See the chart below to discover the significant trend whereby there is more reliance on the internet over time to find a house.  So choosing an agent with massive ...
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2007 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
2008-02-11 06:00:00
What is the Profile of the First Time Buyers?The number of first-time buyers is up to 39 percent from 36 percent of closings in 2006. The median age of first-time buyers was 31, and the median income was $58,600. The typical first-time buyer purchased a home costing $165,000 and plans to stay in that home for seven years. The median down payment by first-time buyers was 2 percent, but 45 percent purchased with no money down – the same as in 2006. Of first-time buyers who made a down payment, 73 percent used savings and 22 percent received a gift from a friend, relative, or parents, usually from the latter. For Must Know Facts for First Time Home Buyers , click here.I would imagine that since the credit crunch, there will be less zero down buyers in the next National Association of Realtors® Survey.  There are still great financing options available in the Ann Arbor Real Estate Market.  Feel free to call our preferred lender, Jennifer Marshall, Chase Mortgage at 73...

Can We Solve the Problem of Ann Arbor Affordable Housing?
2008-02-11 02:35:00
The City of Ann Arbor is looking for viable affordable housing optionsAnn Arbor affordable housing needs provide a tough dilemma for city task masters to solve.  Considering the fact that the downtown core is home to some of the most highly coveted real estate and urban developments - it seems not many options exist.  This was a hot topic of conversation in a recent Ann Arbor public information meeting.  How can the city create a vibrant, booming downtown core and yet still provide affordable options for workforce living?  The city department of Housing and Human Services is calling on the community for help.  They are seeking local opinions about these matters.  Specifically whether they should recommend the creation of 100 new units in the William Street Station development, at the site of the former YMCA building or elsewhere.  The board also seeks to find an answer to the areas of concentration for such units.  Should they r...
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NAR 2007 Survey Shows Consumers Very Satisfied With Real Estate Agent Perfo
2008-02-10 06:00:00
What are your thoughts about consumer satisfaction with Ann Arbor Real Estate Agent s?An updated consumer survey from the National Association of Realtors® shows that buyers and sellers are very satisfied with their real estate professionals. Home buyers use many resources during the transaction, and both buyers and sellers value the personal touch and services real estate professionals offer. The 2007 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, based on nearly 10,000 responses to a questionnaire mailed to a national sample of consumers, is the latest in a series of NAR surveys evaluating demographics, marketing, preferences and experiences of home buyers and sellers. According to the survey, it shows that 79 percent of home buyers and sellers used a real estate professional, up from 77 percent over the past three years, and nearly 90 percent of buyers were very satisfied with their agent’s knowledge of the process. More than eighty percent of ...
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New Ann Arbor Real Estate Listing at Liberty Lofts – SOLD!
2008-02-09 06:00:00
Gorgeous new condominium in Liberty Lofts is an exceptional value! 315 Second Street #207 is not to be missed.     &nbs p;      &nb sp;      &n bsp;      & nbsp; I called Kathy to market my Liberty Loft because I saw she sold a neighbor’s property. She sold it for 98 percent of asking price in 53 days. She and her team communicated with me constantly. I will recommend them to everyone I can.Barbara Ricci               ;      &nbs p;      315 Second Street #207 Bedrooms: 1Bathrooms: 1.5Price: $270,000Loft living at its best in downtown Ann Arbor. Interior features include exposed ductwork, beautiful granite countertops, hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, and a wall of windows with roll-down blinds for privacy without losing the light. This can all b...
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Ann Arbor News Citizens of the Year Announced
2008-02-08 22:46:00
The Wiseleys of Dexter received the honor for their Honor Flight Network  Ann Arbor News Citizens of the Year were announced. The Wiseleys of Dexter received the honor for their Honor Flight Network. They raised money and recruited volunteers to fly World War II veterans to the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Click Here to watch the video  to discover the Wisely contribution to Vets in our area. The news donated $1,000 to a fund administered by the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System to help homeless vets. As reported by Lynn Monson of the Ann Arbor News, they've organized dance nights, silent auctions, a Rosie the Riveter dinner and dance event, a golf outing, several bottle deposit drives. And they're still at it. For this year, they have scheduled a USO-like dinner and dance with a swing orchestra at the Dexter Knights of Columbus Hall on March 15. There's a golf outing set for May 10 at Reddeman Farms and some restaurant fundraisers in the works. How to ge...

National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers Repor
2008-02-07 17:40:00
If you bought an Ann Arbor home last year, or are buying one this year, what was/is your profile?At 39 years old, the typical home buyer is two years younger than in 2006, earned $74,000 and purchased a home costing $215,000.  Buyers looked eight weeks and visited 10 homes before making a choice. Sixty-two percent of buyers are married couples, 20 percent are single women, 9 percent single men, 7 percent unmarried couples and 2 percent other. Nine percent were born outside of the United States, and 5 percent primarily speak a language other than English. The typical repeat buyer is 46 years old, earned $85,700, purchased a home costing $250,000 and plans to stay in that home for 10 years. Repeat buyers made a median down payment of 16 percent, the same as in 2006, but 10 percent paid cash for their property. Of those making down payments, 60 percent used equity from their previous home. Our board average for homes sold in 2007 was $250,286.00. Our team was involved in 43 buy...
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National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers of 20
2008-02-06 17:08:00
Would you utilize a Buyers Agent in your Ann Arbor Real Estate Search? Buyers responded about benefits provided by agents: 57 percent of buyers said they helped them understand the process, 47 percent said their agent pointed out unnoticed features or faults with the property, 40 percent reported the agent improved their knowledge of search areas, 38 percent negotiated better contract terms, 37 percent offered a better list of service providers, 35 percent shortened the search process, and 32 percent got a better price. I would say last year was a huge opportunity for buyer clients to align with a professional to get access to insider information and negotiate savings. We saved the Peltons $70,000 and Nandor almost $300,000. Another family who bought on Wheeler saved $70,000. The latter house was on the TV show House Hunters almost 3 years ago. I represented that Seller and brought a non contingent offer at $349k which he turned down. Over 2 years later in 2007, we b...
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2007 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
2008-02-05 16:01:00
How does your Ann Arbor Area Real Estate Buyer Profile Compare?Of buyers who used an agent, 62 percent chose a buyer’s representative. Two-thirds said their agent was compensated by the seller, 15 percent of agents were paid by the buyer and 9 percent were paid by both. Nearly three-quarters of all buyers purchased a detached single-family home, 11 percent a condo, 9 percent a townhouse, and 5 percent some other kind of housing; 77 percent of respondents bought an existing home and 23 percent purchased a new home. More than three-quarters believe their home will perform at least as well as stocks. The median distance from the previous residence was 13 miles. Fifty-six percent of all homes purchased were in a suburb or subdivision while 16 percent were in an urban area, 16 percent in a small town, 10 percent in a rural area and 2 percent in a resort or recreation area. The biggest factors influencing neighborhood choice varied by household type, but overall they were: qualit...
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Dexter Community Events, Activities and Information
2008-02-04 21:45:00
Take a look at what's happening in Dexter , Michigan during the month of February2/4- Site Plan Submittal Deadline-Time: 4:00 PMCategory: Village of Dexter - Planning CommissionRecurrence: Occurs the First Monday of every monthDetails: Site Plan submittal is required for next months meetingLocation: Village Offices 8123 Main Street, Dexter, MI 48130Directions: Second Floor of National City BankContact Information :Allison BishopCommunity Development Manager/Zoning8140 Main StreetDexter, MI 48130734-426-8303amenard@villageofdexter. org2/4 -Dexter Ann Arbor and Baker Road Subcommittee-Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Category: Village of Dexter - Planning Commission Location:  Senior Center 7720 Dexter-Ann Arbor Street, Dexter, MI 48130Contact Information:Allison Bishop Community Development Manager/Zoning 8140 Main Street Dexter, MI 48130 734-426-8303 amenard@villageofdexter.org2/4 -Planning Commission Regular Meeting-Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PMCategory: Village of Dexter - Planning Commissio...
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Ann Arbor's Housing Market December 2007 Update
2008-02-01 17:38:00
Ann Arbor Real Estate sales report from Ann Arbor Area Board of RealtorsThe numbers below report residential and condo sales units are down, sales volume is down and average sale price is down from 06’.The National Association of Realtors report that they anticipate 2008 sales to be about the same as 2007. We do know that the best homes are selling. Many of our sellers are being proactive by doing staging.  Here is some great staging information if you know anyone who wants to take advantage of our staging service.  We are giving our sellers every advantage possible. Click Here to view the Ann Arbor Area Board of Reators MLS Sales Report in its entiretySearch all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoThe Kathy Toth Home Selling Team has Created a Unique Guaranteed Sale ProgramThis program guarantees the sale of your present home before you take possession of your new oneThe Kathy Toth Selle...
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Local U of M Grads Heat Up the Ann Arbor Restaurant Scene with Cafe Habana
2008-01-31 19:46:00
Successful Restaurateurs, Gregory Lobdell and Jon Carlson, are bringing more options to Ann ArborCurrently Carlson and Lobdell have 10 operating restaurants in Michigan and more on the way.  The first Ann Arbor project was the Grizzly Peak Brewing Co. which was one of Michigan's first brew pubs.  Recently Carlson and Lobdell (2 Mission, LLC) opened their doors at a new Ann Arbor location - 211 E. Washington Street.  Cafe Habana is a full service Cuban restaurant designed to resemble pre-Castro Cuba.  The rich decor combines art deco and colonial design styles offering a fun and relaxed eating experience.  To date, this is their most popular restaurant location.  Appetizers range from $3 - $7 and entrees from $7 to $19.  Directly adjacent to Cafe Habana there is another 2 Mission restaurant underway - The Blue Tractor Cook Shop.  Modeled after the first Blue Tractor Cook Shop in Traverse City, this burger and barbecue joint will occupy the old...
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New Real Estate Listing in Chelsea, Michigan
2008-01-31 18:33:00
9577 Lakeview Drive sits on beautiful Halfmoon Lake!Address: 9577 Lakeview Drive, Chelsea , MI Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Square Feet: 1648 Aqua blue waterfront on Halfmoon Lake is the setting for this stunning, custom contemporary home. Breathtaking sunsets await at this home situated on a chain of 8 lakes. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining. Hardwood flooring, custom Lafata cabinets and high end appliances complete the chef’s kitchen. The stunning living room features a vaulted ceiling with impressive corner stone fireplace for those chilly winter nights. An amazing wall of windows brings nature inside. A loft sitting area leads to the peaceful master suite with jacuzzi tub and large closet. The aluminum dock is included.Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoSee Extra Photos and a Virtual Tour for 9577 Lakeview DriveVisit our website for an in-depth property detail pageLooking ...
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Michigan Association of REALTORS Reports 2007 Residential Sales Results
2008-01-30 16:58:00
Average Sale Price for the State is Down  According to the data reported below, our Ann Arbor real estate market is not as bad off as other areas in Michigan .  The local boards of REALTORS show for the state of Michigan a 6.81 percent reduction in average sale price from last year.  Our area declined by 4.43 percent as reported by the Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors .  The Northeastern Michigan Board of Realtors actually appreciated by 5.83 percent based on annual sales of 799 units.  Good for them.  We are selling homes and are looking forward to closing a house on Fernwood in Ann Arbor and a house in The Preserve in Dexter yet this month.Click Here to View Chart in Larger Version Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoHome Buying SeminarDispelling the myths
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Do You Want To Know What Your Ann Arbor Home Value Is?
2008-01-29 21:36:00
Ann Arbor Market Snapshots – FREE monthly home value reportsAs you know, I utilize the newest technology to better service my clients, and now in this ever changing market, I am able to offer my clients a new way to stay informed as to the value of their homes.   Many of you have subscribed to receive my personalized Market Snapshot reports. In doing so you have received up to date market conditions, specifically created for your neighborhood, updated monthly. This is some of the most useful information I have ever been able to offer my clients, so I wanted to make everyone aware of it.   This image shows you a sample of what the Market Snapshot looks like, and if you click on the following link you will be able to sign up to receive your own Market Snapshot: active, pending and sold comparables within .25 miles via GPS of your home. If you want to find out about your property, click on www.KathyToth.com and click on the "Over the Net Home Evaluation" butt...
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New Real Estate Listing in Saline, Michigan
2008-01-28 21:19:00
5270 Braun is a country ranch made just for you5270 Braun, Saline, MI 48176 Bedrooms:  3Bathrooms:  2.1 Square Feet:  1330   Make yourself at home in this country ranch just minutes from Saline and U.S. 23!  Entertain family and friends in the cozy, sun-filled living room.  Surrounded by built-in bookcases, the wood burning fireplace adds warmth for those chilly winter nights!  Just off the eating area, the large deck is the perfect place to enjoy beautiful pastoral views and sunsets!  Daylight finished walkout basement with half bath adds extra living space to this home.  This 10-acre property is set up for horses with pasture and electric fence, outdoor riding arena, and a 24 x 20’ barn that offers running water, electricity, and stall for hay storage.  If you are looking for a retreat from your fast paced life, then this home may be your answer!Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & T...
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Ann Arbor Goes Green With LEDs!
2008-01-27 06:30:00
Ann Arbor is on its way to becoming the first US city to light its downtown with 100% LED energyLast year Ann Arbor inked a deal with LED manufacturer, Cree Inc to provide lighting for a citywide LED initiative.  This effort was undertaken in the hopes of saving energy and reducing yearly green house gas emissions.  Recently the city of Ann Arbor forged another deal for retrofitting LEDs with a company called Lumecon.  Over the 07-08 holidays, Ann Arbor trees lit up with over 114,000 LED lights.  The city also plans to convert over 1,000 street lights eventually to LED light.  Ann Arbor's long term goal is to cut energy costs in half and reduce 2,425 tons of CO2 annually.  The payback period on this environmentally friendly investment is a mere 3.8 years!  This project was partially funded by the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority ($630,000).  The plan was borne from a succesful pilot program performed on one city block w...
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Top 10 Remodeling Projects For Resale in Ann Arbor
2008-01-25 22:46:00
Take the guesswork out of project decision-making.By Melissa M. Ezarik • Bankrate.com Expecting to plant a "For Sale" sign in the front yard any time soon? Whether the target date for listing your home on the market is a few months or a few years away -- or whether you simply like to make decisions with an eye toward the future -- you may well be wondering how putting some money into the house now will pay off later.1. Replace siding -- fiber cement.  2. Replace siding -- vinyl 3. Mid-range window replacement (wood) 4. Minor kitchen remodel 5. Bathroom remodel  6. Upscale window replacement -- vinyl  7. Mid-range window replacement -- vinyl 8. Two-story addition 9. Siding replacement -- foam-backed vinyl 10. Upscale window replacement -- woodClick Here to read  Top 10 Remodeling Prjects for Resale  article in its entirety.Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee A...
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What Do You Use To Monitor Your Web Traffic?
2008-01-24 19:17:00
Kathy Toth of Ann Arbor Shares her ViewsI use VisiStat to track Web statistics. They just posted their annual traffic report for 2007, which gives an overview of what, where and how real estate consumers are searching online. The Peak hour for consumers to be on real estate Web sites was 9 p.m., while peak day was Monday and peak month was March. Traffic growth from 2006 was up 36.8 percent. --62.2 percent landed on real estate sites by typing in the URL; 23.6 percent got there by search and 16.2 percent by referral links. This data is based on clients’ who subscribe to VisiStat. What are you using to track Web activity? If you find something else of value, please share in the comments section.Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoJoin Us For a Round Table Discussion About Current Housing TrendsArm yourself with knowledge about the changes in lending guidelines and programs
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Are You Looking for Ann Arbor Short Sales?
2008-01-24 06:13:00
Get advice from your Ann Arbor real estate agent before pursuing a short saleAnn Arbor area short sales often appear as 'hot deals' to local real estate buyers.  It's important to do your research and connect with your real estate agent before jumping the gun on a short sale.  There are several things to thing about in this buying process that you may not have considered.  A seller needs to be in default on their mortgage payments in order for the bank to consider a short sale.  They may even be behind in payments which can mean that a discounted price would bring the short sale price up to market value.  Make sure you work with your real estate agent to do the research necessary to work with a short sale:Find out who is in titleFind out whether a foreclosure notice has been filedFind out how much is owed to the lenderFind out how many loans are held on the property so you know the debt positions heldYou should also make sure that the seller is aware of p...
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Dexter Rotary Welcomes Local Real Estate Agent Kathy Toth of Real Estate On
2008-01-23 21:21:00
The State of The Ann Arbor Real Estate MarketKathy Toth has been serving the community as a real estate agent since 1989 and is consistently one of the top selling Realtors® in Michigan. With local knowledge and years of experience, Kathy Toth has been invited by the Dexter Rotary to discuss the Michigan Housing Market.   “As part of one of the leading real estate teams in Michigan, we take a personal interest in guiding area residents through purchasing and selling their homes and this discussion is just one way that I can be of service to the community,” Toth states. During the presentation, Toth will present 2007 residential sales statistics nationally, in Michigan, and locally as well as explore how buyers are finding homes in the current environment.   “The Toth Team is truly a leader in technology.  They focus a tremendous amount of their marketing efforts on the internet which is where buyers are looking in this day and age,&rd...
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Tax information Chart for 2008 from Ann Arbor Commerce Bank
2008-01-23 16:01:00
You can deduct Mileage for Moving at 19 cents a mile in 2008 The following table provides some important tax information for 2008, compared with 2007.  Notice you can pay your kids $1800 a year for helping out in your business  Social Security / Medicare  2008 2007 Social Security Taxable Wage Base $102,000 $97,500 Medicare Taxable Wage Base No limit No limit Individual Retirement Accounts 2008 2007 Roth IRA Individual, up to 100% of earned income $5,000 $4,000 Traditional IRA Individual, up to 100% of earned Income $5,000 $4,000 Roth and traditional IRA additional annual "catch-up" contributions for account owners age 50 and older $1,000 $1,000 Annual Qualified Plan Limits 2008 2007 Defined Contribution Plan Dollar limit on additions on Sections 415(c)(1)(A) $46,000 $45,000 Defined Benefit Plan limit on benefits  (Section 415(b)(1)(A)) $185,000 $180,000 Maximum compensation used to determine contri...
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New Real Estate Listing in Dexter, Michigan
2008-01-22 20:53:00
Welcome to this canal-front dream at 9585 Portage Lake Avenue9585 Portage Lake Avenue, Dexter , MI 48169  Bedrooms:  3Bathrooms:  1.1 Square Feet:  1326   Welcome to this canal-front dream on Portage Lake!  Incredible views can be seen from the master bedroom, kitchen, and family room. Main bath has been newly remodeled with a spa tub and ceramic tile. Chef's kitchen offers Merrilat Wheat cabinetry, Kitchen Aid appliances, convection oven, and butcher block counter tops. Family room fireplace features a Vermont stove insert, great for those chilly nights! Walk-out basement includes a workshop, daylight windows, and a partially finished study. 34x12’ deck is perfect for those summer gatherings. Sewer assessment has been paid in full. Boat lift is included in the sale of the home. Short sale!  Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoSee Extra Phot...
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Michigan Economy a Bit Weaker in November...
2008-01-21 20:11:00
According to Comerica Bank's Michigan Business Activity Index DETROIT / January 09, 2008 – The Michigan Business Activity Index compiled by Comerica Bank fell 2 points in November to 102, reversing the 2 point rise in October. Over the first eleven months of 2007, the index has averaged 103.8, down 0.5 from the average for all of 2006.Click Here to view the Comerica Bank's Michigan Business Activity Index Report courtecy of Dana Johnson,Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at Comerica. Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Team www.KathyToth.com Real Estate OneSee AlsoCurious How the Market is Doing in Your Backyard?Please visit our website to view the Washtenaw Residential Market Report
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Understanding Short Sales in the Ann Arbor Market: Sellers Have Options to
2008-01-21 05:55:00
This is the first part in a series about Ann Arbor Short Sales To begin, let's define a short sale - what is it?  When a home owner is in default on their mortgage payments the bank may consider options to avoid foreclosure proceedings.  A short sale means the seller's lender is willing to accept a discounted payoff to release the lien on an existing mortgage.  Not all institutions will consider a short sale.  The seller needs to make a good case for any lender to pursue this option.  The following steps will help you get prepared and assess your options:Speak to a decision maker at your lender's office about your potential optionsSubmit a letter of authorization to the lender for your real estate agent or lawyer to have access to your personal and private information, this will save you time in the long runPrepare a preliminary closing statement outlining all your potential closing fees (costs of sale, unpaid loan b...
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New Real Estate Listing in Chelsea, Michigan
2008-01-18 18:02:00
Immaculate home, located in a private, mature subdivision at 14420 Forest Court, Chelsea , MI14420 Forest Court, Chelsea, Michigan Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 3 Full, 2 HalfPrice: $349,000This immaculate home, located in a private, mature subdivision is in move in condition! Perfect for any size family, this traditional style home has been completely updated.  The country kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, an eating area with fireplace and sliding door to the large deck. Relax after a long day in front of a warm fire in the master bedroom suite, truly a retreat. Enjoy entertaining in the full finished basement, complete with wet bar, fireplace and half bath. An additional three car garage includes two offices, a half bath, as well as heating and air conditioning. It currently houses a fully operational business (township permit required for home operation). This home is ready for all of your entertaining needs! Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth...
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City Place Gets Turned Down by Ann Arbor City Planning Commission
2008-01-18 05:35:00
In a 9-0 vote, City Place got a thumbs down from the Ann Arbor City Planning Commission last weekAlex DeParry's hopes for Ann Arbor "workforce housing" were dashed last week with an outstanding 9-0 "no" vote from the planning commission.  The plans for City Place included the demolition of some fifth avenue rental homes just south of Williams Street in favor of a multi-story 84-unit apartment building.  Commissioners were not happy with the idea of conditional re-zoning from residential to commercial class (made possible by a new Michigan Law).  They also quipped that the project did not fit the Ann Arbor master plan.  Proponents liked the idea of rents based on median income while opponents were not thrilled about the necessary demolition of historic buildings. DeParry was disappointed, suggesting that the city has to address the workforce housing issue for people living downtown and working on campus. ...

Words from Dan Elsea, Real Estate One.com State of the Ann Arbor Real Estat
2008-01-17 17:24:00
Sharing the outlook and results for Real Estate OneThe questions we are most asked are “Just how bad is the market?” and “What will happen in 2008 and beyond?”  Let’s start with the first question which is answered at two levels, the raw numbers and the underlying activity and energy behind those numbers. The raw numbers do not look that bad, showing our markets down overall by 5-11% in terms of unit sales. And in fact the market shows somewhat better in terms of units if you add leases into the count. In many markets, with leases added in, there were actually more unit sales in 2007 vs. 2006. It is the energy it took to put those sales together and the home value shift which generates the second part to the “just how bad is the market” question. This downturn is the most significant in the past 30 years, not because the market is off so much (the unit drops where as big or bigger in 1991 and 1981) but that homeowners are in a different...
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New Real Estate Listing in Canton, Michigan
2008-01-16 01:31:00
Crisp and clean describes this freshly painted, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home at 1831 N. Arbor Way #12, Canton, Michigan Bedrooms: 2Bathrooms: 1.5Approx. Sq. Ft.: 1,037Crisp and clean describes this freshly painted, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Enjoy meals in the breakfast nook, featuring a sun filled bay window. Spend chilly nights in front of the cozy wood fireplace in living room. Relax after a long day in the peaceful master bedroom, complete with large walk-in closet. Outdoor entertaining is made easy with the new deck and privacy fence. All this is fabulously located close to shopping, the medical complex, and Summit Center.Search all listings in Michigan with pictures and tours...Free!Kathy Toth & Teamwww.KathyToth.comReal Estate OneSee AlsoSee Extra Photos and a Virtual Tour for 1831 N. Arbor Way, Canton, MichiganVisit our website for an in-depth property detail pageLooking for More Listing s in Canton, Michigan?Please visit our website for a complimentary MLS Search
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