As a presidential election approaches, many Americans start to wonder how it will impact the economy, particularly in areas like real estate. While real estate trends can fluctuate due to various factors, including economic conditions, interest rates, and consumer sentiment, election years have a unique dynamic. Though it’s important to remember that market fundamentals often … Continue reading "How the Presidential Election Year Impacts the Real Estate Market: What Buyers and Sellers Should Know"

Selling your home is an exciting process, but making a great first impression is key. When potential buyers walk through your door, they need to feel instantly at home. Preparing your house for showings can make all the difference in getting offers quickly and for top dollar. Here are the Top 10 Things You Should … Continue reading "Top 10 Things to Do When Preparing Your Home for Showings"

Nestled in the heart of Michigan, Fowlerville presents a unique blend of small-town charm and promising real estate opportunities. This quaint town, with its welcoming community and vibrant local culture, has become an attractive spot for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. The Current Real Estate Landscape The real estate market in Fowlerville is as diverse … Continue reading "Fowlerville, MI: A Hidden Gem in the Real Estate Market"

As the winter chill begins to thaw, many prospective homebuyers are turning their thoughts to the spring—a time traditionally associated with a surge in real estate activity. However, those in the know are already taking steps to secure their dream homes before the spring frenzy hits. Here’s why getting ahead of the curve and partnering … Continue reading "Seize the Moment: Why Buying a Home Before Spring 2024 Is a Smart Move"

There’s a common belief that the holiday season is not the ideal time to sell your home. However, listing your home during this period can offer unique advantages. Here’s why selling your home during the holidays might be a surprisingly good decision. Less Competition With fewer homes on the market during the holidays, your home … Continue reading "Why Listing Your Home During the Holidays Could Be a Great Decision"

As the days shorten and temperatures plummet, the need to winterize our homes becomes paramount. Beyond just ensuring warmth, proper winterization can save money, energy, and prevent potential damages. Here are ten vital tips to get your home winter-ready: Inspect and Clean Your Heating System: Whether you use a furnace, boiler, or another type, ensure … Continue reading "Winter is Coming: Essential Home Winterization Tips"

“Join us on this episode of “Housing Pulse” as we explore the dynamic world of housing trends and what’s happening in our local and regional landscape. Joining us this week is Karen Gill, owner and broker of Coldwell Banker Town and Country. Tune in to learn how the housing market is shifting and shaping our … Continue reading "Housing Pulse: Tracking Real Estate Trends | The Business Beat | Episode 13"

Living by the water has its own unique charm and opportunities. If you’re seeking creative ways to increase your lake house’s value and enhance your lakeside living experience, here are some innovative ideas. 1. An Outdoor Bar and Eating Area Why limit entertaining to the inside of your home? An outdoor bar and eating area … Continue reading "Breathing New Life into Your Lake House: Creative Ways to Boost Value and Enjoyment"

As a leading real estate brokerage, we not only strive to find you the perfect indoor sanctuary but also ensure you make the most of your outdoor spaces, especially during summer. Whether it’s for personal enjoyment or enhancing the property’s appeal, these tips for summertime outdoor living are guaranteed to add value and fun to … Continue reading "Elevate Your Summertime Outdoor Living: Smart Tips to Impress"

Buying a new home can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but securing the best possible mortgage interest rate is crucial in this high interest rate climate. High interest rates can significantly increase the overall cost of homeownership and your monthly mortgage payments. Fear not, though, as we’ve gathered top tips to help you secure … Continue reading "Securing the Lowest Interest Rate for Your New Home in a High Interest Rate Climate"

As we dive into the current real estate market, it’s clear that we’re experiencing a seller’s market unlike anything we’ve seen in recent years. With inventory levels low and demand remaining high, sellers are reaping the benefits of increased property values and multiple offers. However, despite this seller’s paradise, there are still many opportunities for … Continue reading "A Seller’s Paradise, But Opportunities Abound for Buyers"

“Sales rose with more inventory coming into the market, aided by an increase in housing construction. The inventory of unsold homes rose to 1.25 million (1.21 million in May), which is equivalent to 2.6 months of the monthly sales’ pace (2.5 months in May). While inventory of homes for sales are rising, the number of […]

Considering selling your home? That’s a smart move. Today, inventory and interest rates are low, and buyers are motivated to act. Let us show you how we can effectively market your property. We’ll use the Coldwell Banker property valuation tools to determine what your property is worth. You’ll also receive in-depth information on real estate market […]

Coldwell Banker Town & Country Real Estate’s Broker/Owner, Karen Gill and Union Home Mortgage’s Sam Amine, discuss the Market during and after COVID-19 and some important updates regarding Buying a Home, Becoming an Agent and getting Pre-Approved.

Ryan Gorman, President and CEO of Coldwell Banker hosted a “Real Estate of the Union” live event via Microsoft Teams. If you missed it, the video and audio (take your pick!) recording have been posted below along with some key takeaways! The session covered everything home buyers and home sellers need to know about real […]

CBTC Agents are working remotely and are ready to assist you via Phone and Email. Our 5 Locations are not open to the Public per the Michigan Governor’s Stay at Home Order on March 23rd. However, our transactions that are closing in the coming weeks are still scheduled and we’ll facilitate them to the best of […]

Home. It’s a part of our DNA. Has been since we were founded over 114 ⠀ years ago. ⠀ But so has the unexpected. It’s part of our founding story, and over our history, we’ve seen the unexpected change our business, our mindset and our homes. ⠀ The unexpected has come once again. It’s changing […]

The CB North Star mark features a visual icon that sets us apart— a star. This star represents two distinctive elements that exemplify the Coldwell Banker® brand. First, the five-pointed star is a recognized mark of excellence, one that symbolizes the quality of service that we’ve provided since 1906. Second, throughout history the North Star […]