RE/MAX Real Estate Insights

We are well into Q4 and calendar starts to get a little tricky when you are looking to buy or sell a home around the upcoming holidays. In this episode, we discuss why the market is staying busier than normal this fall and how has buyers our looking. For sellers we share how you can work the purchase or sale of a home around important holiday or family gatherings and some things you can do to make...

Special guest Shannon, co-host of the Mojo in the Morning show, joins us for a casual conversation about her passion for home improvement and design. We talk about her passion for homes, décor, real estate and home improvement. Topics we cover include wallpaper, bold colors and which room in her home is her favorite. She also shares the sites and stores that are her go-to places when it comes to d...

Fall is in the air it is the perfect time to prepare your home for the harsher and colder months to come. Grab you favorite pumpkin spice drink or some apple cider and join us as we discuss the important home maintenance checklist you should do on your home right now. We start on the exterior and cover everything from the roof, gutters, sprinkler systems, landscaping and more. We also go inside an...

What has buyers flooding back into the market? Favorable interest rates and rising rents are making home ownership more attractive to buyers. Even though home values are rising, the current low interest rates are giving buyers across all price points more buying power. We discuss overall market conditions and how the upcoming election may impact the real estate industry. We also take a look at how...

When it comes time to buy or sell a home, it is natural to have questions about what to expect. How much time will it take to sell, how do I make my offer stand out and can I get a loan if I was furloughed earlier this year are some of the common questions folks have these days. Guest Jason Miller with RE/MAX Home Sale Services joins us to share what sellers and buyers can expect in today’s market...

In this podcast we talk about what is driving the interest in resource efficient homes and how you can incorporate environment friendly changes in your home. From small things like a low flow shower heads to more extensive projects like a new furnace or window replacement we discuss the many ways you can take steps to make your home more resource efficient with guest Bart Patterson. We also chat a...

If you are a first-time buyer chances are you are getting all sorts of advice from family and friends on everything from where to buy to how much you should pay. While the advice you are asking for or getting may be well-intentioned, it can actually take some of the fun out of the buying process and even discourage or confuse you. In this episode we share how to manage your family and friends and...

If you have decluttered your home in advance of selling or making a move you may find you have extra furniture you no longer need use and you are wondering what do with all this stuff. The good news is there is a great solution that helps you and helps others at the same time. We talk with Robert Boyle, Executive Director of the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan, about this local non-profit...

The moving truck has pulled away and now comes the task unpacking and settling into your new home. Before you even start to unpack, taking the time to clean is a good first step and we share some items that are often overlooked like washer/dryers, light switches and blind cords and are things that you want to sanitize. Then we chat about what rooms are best to unpack first and small goals you can...

The act of packing up your belongings to move them to your new home may not be what many look to as the fun part of the moving process but with some planning and organization there are some things you can do to have a smoother move. In this episode we talk about how you can use existing items around your home to transport or wrap items to minimize the amount of purchased supplies you need. We also...

When it comes time to move should you try to DIY or hire professionals to help you? In this episode we talk with Gary Miller from Premier Relocations/Mayflower Moving about how to find a good moving company, what to look for in estimates and how the cost of a move is determined. And if you think that your household goods are automatically covered by insurance you will be surprised to learn that is...

We have all spent A LOT of time in our homes this year and you will find you either love it or it is time to move and get a home that has the features you need now. In this episode we talk about working from home, schooling from home, gym/fitness and how the need for functional space has become a priority for many buyers. We also chat about the importance of outdoor space and what is trending in p...

You are packing up your home when you look around and wonder - can or should I take the special mirror in the half bath? In this podcast we talk about the things sellers are free to take and things that should for the buyers when it comes time to move. We discuss what are considered fixtures, what you need to know about wall-mounted TVs, window treatments and hi-tech systems and the importance of...

In this podcast we share what you need to know and questions to ask when you are buying a home that has been flipped when Scott Zemens from RE/MAX First joins us for this second part of our flipping series. We discuss some of the common items that those flipping homes update and where you can look to see what type of quality materials were – or were not – used. We also talk about the importance of...

Flipping homes is a popular topic as is verified by all the cable tv shows dedicated to this concept. In this podcast we share tips and techniques to help you know how to approach the home flipping process. Scott Zemens from RE/MAX First shares his experience on the budgeting and talk about costs like lawn maintenance or snow removal that you have to pay for – or do yourself – while the home is be...

: Whether getting ready to sell or simply updating your home, DIY projects can be a more economical, fun and rewarding way to refresh and update your home. In this podcast, we discuss what projects matter most to buyers and tend to get you the biggest ROI when guest Allison McClintick from RE/MAX Eclipse joins us. She shares some easy ways to update the look of your home including new cabinet pull...

What do you get when you have a global pandemic and you are in the market to buy or sell a home? The possibility for some higher levels of stress. Matthew Baron, Owner/Therapist at Redefined Counseling Services joins us with his 7 Survival Tips. From limited exposure to news and social media to having a routine to focusing on what you can control, while these tips are designed to manage the stress...

After a month of real estate being reopened we take a look at how buyers have responded and what home prices are doing. Special guest Paul Murk, of RE/MAX Classic, is back with his observations on the local SE Michigan real estate market and our economy. He explains how he sees waves of business coming for the rest of the year, whether foreclosures and short sales are in our future and his advice...

Many buyers are actively looking at homes and that means getting a lender and a mortgage in place to buy a home. Of course, this year there are additional questions like has Covid changed the lending landscape? Special guest Ruth Young, from Main Street Bank, joins us to talk about what the current lending conditions are like and how it impacts buyers on things like getting a pre-approval and cred...

If you are a first-time buyer it is common to have questions about where to start when it comes to buying a home. Guest Matthew Bush specializes in helping first-time buyers through the process and shares why this is a passion of his. We discuss the difference between what amount you are approved to buy for versus the amount you can afford to spend on your mortgage as part of your monthly budget....

As real estate gets ready to return we talk about what to be looking for when it comes to lending. Guest Michelle Davis discusses interest rates and encourages buyers to understand when and how they can lock in their rate. We also talk about the pros and cons of utilizing any mortgage assistance programs that may be available to you and why sellers might want to do an inspection before putting the...

Residential construction is back in business and we take a look at what that means for new homes. Guest Nathan Boji discusses how permit approval and on-site inspections may take more time adding to the delays that may occur in getting homes built. We discuss the safety measures being taken to protect buyers and how things will change as it relates to site visits. We also talk about the supply cha...

While we are required to stay-home to stay-safe, the extra time at home can be beneficial especially if you are planning to sell your home or just want to do a thorough spring cleaning. We talk about things you can for free and that don't require you to leave your home. Deep cleaning, decluttering and creating a pile of things to donate are all things that guest Christina Grandmaison advises can b...

In this episode we talk about how Covid-19 is impacting the real estate market as we are several weeks into the Michigan stay-at-home order. If you think real estate has come to a halt, you may be surprised to learn deals are still closing. Guest Ron Rocz from RE/MAX Nexus shares how deals already in progress are continuing to close even if that means you are signing documents in your car. We also...

Choosing the right agent to work for you is important. In the episode we discuss some of the proven ways to get agent referrals as well as the importance of finding an agent that is familiar and experienced in your local area. We also chat about the importance of communication between all parties and having a good chemistry with your agent is critical as you will be working with them for several w...