MI Time To Buy - It’s time to buy in Michigan!
On the fence about whether it’s time to buy a home in Michigan? Thinking about selling your home but not sure where to start? Here are some good reasons why NOW, more than ever, is a great time to buy, and why, using a Realcomp REALTOR® is important when buying or selling Real Estate in Michigan!
Why is it a great time to buy in Southeastern Michigan?
With high inventory of homes and properties, you have more choices when purchasing real estate.
Affordability: Not only have homes become more affordable with prices correcting themselves but, with historic low interest rates, buying a home in Michigan is now more affordable than ever.
Investment: According to economists*, real estate continues to be a good long term investment. With tax advantages of owning property added to long term investment benefits, buying a home can pave the way to your future.
Why is it important to use a REALTOR®
when buying or selling real estate in Michigan?
Code of Ethics: All real estate agents are not
REALTORS®. Be sure that your real estate professional
holds the registered REALTOR® title, bound by
a set of standards and codes set by the National
Association of REALTORS®.
Sell your House for More: According to the National Association of REALTORS®, the home price for sellers who use a REALTOR® is 16% higher than for those who don’t.
Market Knowledge: REALTORS® are experienced in setting prices, marketing, showings, negotiating, etc. In fact, the average real estate transaction entails approximately 200 separate steps, all of these things take time, money, and “know how”. How much is your time worth?
Negotiating Power: In today’s market, home buyers have increased negotiating power, but may be unsure of how to structure the best transaction. You need a professional to help with the tough decisions that come with every real estate transaction. Similarly, home sellers represented by REALTORS® are positioned to achieve the best price for their property!
Finding Qualified Buyers:
REALTORS® are experienced in matching buyers
with sellers and sellers with buyers.
Why is it important to use a Realcomp REALTOR®
when buying or selling real estate in Michigan?
Expertise: Realcomp REALTORS® are not just a
source, they are the ultimate resource for powerful
real estate knowledge and expertise. Realcomp
REALTORS® have access to the greatest collection
of data and tools to assist you in buying and
selling real estate.
Technology: Realcomp REALTORS® have access to state-of-the-art technology tools such as: the largest Multiple Listing Service database in Michigan, access to listing data and photos through wireless devices (i.e. Blackberry's, Palm Pilots, etc.), cable TV advertising, Internet advertising, and more! All ways Realcomp REALTORS® help position you to successfully buy and sell real estate.
Networking Power: Realcomp REALTORS® have access to the largest cooperative network of REALTORS® reaching nearly 1/2 of all REALTORS® in the state.
* Economists from the National Association of REALTORS®.
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