Found 19 blog entries tagged as home selling tips.

Northville’s picturesque downtown and strong community appeal have kept demand for local homes high. If you’re a homeowner in Northville, Michigan preparing to sell – whether it’s a single-family house, a condo, or a luxury estate – making strategic repairs beforehand can significantly boost your sale price and speed up your sale. This guide combines real-time 2024–2025 Northville housing market data with expert insights on which pre-sale repairs are essential to attract buyers and pass inspections. We’ll also discuss how to prioritize fixes based on ROI and local buyer expectations (including what not to fix) and how smart staging can complement your repairs for maximum impact. By focusing on the right improvements, you can wow Northville buyers, meet…

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Selling your home for the first time is both exciting and overwhelming – especially in a vibrant market like Oakland County, Michigan. From Novi and Royal Oak to Troy, Birmingham, Farmington Hills and beyond, Oakland County’s cities are seeing strong demand and savvy buyers. As a first-time seller, you’ll want to capitalize on the current market while avoiding common pitfalls. This guide provides an up-to-date look at the 2024–2025 Oakland County housing market and a step-by-step plan to successfully sell your home. We’ll cover pricing, staging, timing, showings, and offer negotiation – all tailored to our local market conditions. You’ll also learn how The Perna Team’s expertise in pricing, marketing, and negotiations can help make your first home sale…

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Spring in Michigan is a season of renewal – flowers bloom, communities come alive, and “For Sale” signs start popping up like tulips in neighborhoods from Royal Oak to Plymouth. If you’re looking to sell your Michigan home this spring, now is the perfect time. Michigan’s real estate market traditionally picks up speed in the spring, making it an ideal time to sell​. Buyers who hunkered down during the winter are eager to hit open houses as soon as the snow melts. The goal? Leverage that spring excitement to sell your home fast and for top dollar.

But a quick, successful sale doesn’t happen by luck – it happens by preparation. This guide will walk you through exactly how to prepare your Metro Detroit home to wow spring buyers. We’ll cover the…

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Selling your Novi home involves making smart choices about where to invest your time and money before listing. In a competitive market, it may feel like you need to tackle every possible repair or upgrade to impress buyers. The reality? Not everything needs fixing – and some big projects won’t pay off when you sell. This guide explores the 2024–2025 Novi housing market trends, highlights common home improvements that don’t deliver a strong ROI, and shares expert insights from The Perna Team on what not to spend money on before you sell. Follow these tips to prioritize your prep work and save thousands, all while positioning your home to attract Novi buyers who appreciate value and potential.

Novi’s 2024–2025 Housing Market at a Glance

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Selling your home FSBO (For Sale By Owner) in Downtown Plymouth can be enticing – after all, Plymouth’s housing market has been strong lately, and skipping agent commissions sounds like big savings. But before you stick a “For Sale” sign in the yard, it’s important to understand the local market trends, the FSBO process, and the challenges that come with going it alone. In this guide, we’ll dive into 2024–2025 Downtown Plymouth home values (median prices, days on market, FSBO success rates), walk through the FSBO sale step-by-step, compare doing it yourself vs. hiring an agent (with insight into The Perna Team’s advantages), and even look at who’s buying in Downtown Plymouth these days. By the end, you’ll have a clear picture of what to expect and how to…

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Introduction: If you’ve been following the Metro Detroit real estate market, you might be scratching your head at the latest news. In March, home sales across Metro Detroit fell by about 14% compared to a year ago. Fewer people are buying homes right now – yet paradoxically, home prices are still rising. The median sale price in the region jumped roughly 6% year-over-year in March (to about $323,950)​. What’s going on here? In this article, we’ll break down the trends behind the numbers, from Detroit housing trends in each county to the factors driving prices up. We’ll also share some neighborly advice for homebuyers and sellers navigating these economic shifts (like rising interest rates and inflation). By the end, you’ll understand why prices keep…

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Selling a home might seem like a straightforward process, but don’t let the glossy brochures and polished Instagram posts fool you—it’s full of pitfalls that can leave even the savviest sellers in a financial bind. From forgetting to stage a room to overpricing your beloved abode, there are 39 all-too-common mistakes that can cost you big bucks, wasted time, and a mountain of stress. Whether you're living in Metro Detroit, or thinking of selling your current home and moving to Metro Detroit, these missteps can tank your sale faster than you can say “price reduction.” Buckle up and learn how to sidestep these costly blunders, because when it comes to real estate, the devil is in the details—and missing them could mean kissing that dream offer…

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Deciphering the reasons behind varying home sale timelines reveals a complex interplay of factors that influence why some properties remain unsold while others quickly find new owners. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of the real estate market, highlighting common obstacles that contribute to prolonged sale durations.

Examining elements such as the dangers of overpricing, the subtleties of fluctuating market conditions, the critical importance of home staging, and the impact of strategic marketing, this discussion aims to uncover the hurdles to a prompt sale. Leveraging The Perna Team's extensive experience in Metro Detroit's real estate landscape, this article not only identifies why certain homes may sit on the market but also offers…

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Preparing your home for sale in the competitive real estate market requires strategic planning and attention to detail. Whether you're living in Metro Detroit or moving to Metro Detroit, there are specific steps you can take to ensure your property stands out and attracts top offers. From decluttering and deep cleaning to staging and professional photography, each element plays a crucial role in showcasing your home's best features. This article provides seven essential tips to prepare your home for sale, aimed at maximizing profit and minimizing stress. Discover how to effectively utilize these strategies to make your home irresistible to potential buyers. Start implementing these tips today and take the first step towards a successful sale in…

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