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Please read my latest blog post to learn about the latest real estate sales statistics for the Detroit MI area. The update includes market statistics for Wayne and Oakland Counties in November 2007.To get the latest information on Metro Detroit real estate, please call me at 248-348-1500 or visit...

I was talking to the folks in our Mastermind Group the other day and realized that we, as realtors have a much more difficult job to do than back in the days of a seller's market.  Gone are the days of taking a listing(maybe a little overpriced) and having offers in 2-3 weeks and selling it for f...

We all know the real estate market has slowed down considerably in metro Detroit.  Wondering how you can cope if you need to buy or sell a home? Please check out my latest blog entry, "Playing The Real Estate Game in a Down Market" for some tips on how to survive in this unpredictable real estate...

It is amazing the magnitude of this subprime thing. It reminds my of Gordon Gecko's infamous line in the movie "Wall Street": "The point is ladies and gentlemen that Greed is Good, Greed is right, Greed clarifies, it cuts through and captures the essence of the evolutionary spirit". IS GREED REAL...

Temporary problems in the mortgage market are expected to free some pent-up demand, but disrupted existing-home sales and distorted prices on sales closed in September, according to the National Association of Realtors®.  Even so, prices continued to rise in some area.  Because of this and other...

May your Thanksgiving be blessed with the bounty of the season and the love of family and friends!   We’ll be back next week with more of the latest Detroit MI real estate news and information!  In the meantime, please feel free to contact me at 248-348-1500 or visit TheMarkerTeam.com.

With the recent coverage of the devastating fires in California, home fire safety is a most timely topic.  Although we may not be at great risk for wildfires here in Michigan, winter is peak season for home fires due to the use of various heating sources.  An important part of responsible home ow...

Awesome Brick Ranch in Livonia!Location: Livonia, MIExcellent curb appear on this broad front brick ranch in popular area of Livonia. Huge 2 1/2 car attached garage, finished basement, wonderful floor plan, newer furnace and central air. Immediate Occupancy. Sale MLS#27183879. All data approximat...

Conditions in the mortgage market are improving for consumers, which should help to release some pent-up demand in early 2008, according to the latest forecast by the National Association of Realtors®. Lawrence Yun, NAR senior economist, notes that widening credit availability will help turn aro...

Did you know that if you are moving because of your job, most moving expenses are tax deductible?  This is why it is so important to keep detailed records of all moving expenses, including house-hunting trips.  If you are moving 35 miles or more from your current home, you can deduct your family'...