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Stuart is an extremely professional and thorough home inspector....and also a very nice human being. I was pleased with his responsiveness both when scheduling our home inspection as well as while writing up the report. He uses technology during the inspection to capture his notes and...
We hired Presentation Cleaning to do a deep clean on a house we were getting ready to sell. To say they exceeded expectations is a massive understatement. Her and her crew went over every inch of the house, and cleaned it back to new condition. It was a remarkable, breathtaking experience to...
If you want to work with real professionals this is the company. Working with Ben(the owner) Brian and Mountain Man was a real pleasure. They are as close to perfectionists as you will find. This is the second job Focus has done for us with the same results. I can't imagine hiring...
Called Russell Electric after hearing several favorable accounts of their work. Russell came at the time he said he would and gave us a full account of what needed to be done to meet legal code. His proposal was thorough and within what we expected topay for the service. His son and second...
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Experienced area Realtor with knowledge in home, lake, land, luxury, commercial real estate sales. 30+ years in home construction trades, and I ready to assist you next. I service all of S.W. MI. Allegan, Berrien, Vsn Buren, Kalamazoo, Portage, St Joseph areas.
Experienced area Realtor with knowledge in home, lake, land, luxury, commercial real estate sales. 30+ years in home construction trades, and I ready to assist you next. I service all of S.W. MI. Allegan, Berrien, Vsn Buren, Kalamazoo, Portage, St Joseph areas.
Family owned and operated auction service. Husband and wife team consults freely on asset liquidation and pre-auction needs and honestly gives genuine guidance of the auction method and whether it is a suitable way to liquidate one's assests, good, household items, farm equipment, industrial machinery and real estate.
Family owned and operated auction service. Husband and wife team consults freely on asset liquidation and pre-auction needs and honestly gives genuine guidance of the auction method and whether it is a suitable way to liquidate one's assests, good, household items, farm equipment, industrial machinery and real estate.
Mortgage Loan Officer / Real Estate REALTOR (23 years’ experience) Specialties: Mortgages, Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting Edward P Kalavitz is a Mortgage Consultant/ REALTOR® Of Mortgage And Real Estate Help (Private Mortgage Guarantee / Morse Realty). At Private Mortgage Guarantee we strive to be your best resource in West Michigan when it comes to mortgages, selling or purchasing homes. As a Mortgage Consultant / REALTOR® it is my goal to provide the most up to date information, strategies, and advice to help my clients navigate the market. I Pride myself on business growth that is built on over 90% of my clients being repeat or referrals. My focus on education and planning ensures a smooth transition for my clients. Edward has a passion for building relationships and helping people accomplish their goals in real estate. He has many years of experience in the industry and has surrounded himself with a team of professionals to ensure outstanding results for his clients. Edward has developed strategies for Mortgage borrowers, sellers and buyers to succeed in any market and is excited to put his knowledge to work for you!
Mortgage Loan Officer / Real Estate REALTOR (23 years’ experience) Specialties: Mortgages, Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting Edward P Kalavitz is a Mortgage Consultant/ REALTOR® Of Mortgage And Real Estate Help (Private Mortgage Guarantee / Morse Realty). At Private Mortgage Guarantee we strive to be your best resource in West Michigan when it comes to mortgages, selling or purchasing homes. As a Mortgage Consultant / REALTOR® it is my goal to provide the most up to date information, strategies, and advice to help my clients navigate the market. I Pride myself on business growth that is built on over 90% of my clients being repeat or referrals. My focus on education and planning ensures a smooth transition for my clients. Edward has a passion for building relationships and helping people accomplish their goals in real estate. He has many years of experience in the industry and has surrounded himself with a team of professionals to ensure outstanding results for his clients. Edward has developed strategies for Mortgage borrowers, sellers and buyers to succeed in any market and is excited to put his knowledge to work for you!
Irish Roofing & Exteriors services the West Michigan community, providing quality work for your home or business. Ensure that your investment is well protected with Irish Roofing, where we are craftsmen, not contractors. Services Include: Roofing Replacements & Installation, Siding Installation, and Gutter Installation.
"We are very pleased with our new roofing and gutters! Irish did all the roofing in one day and the gutters in less than a day. The crews were friendly, with good communication and questions about what we wanted. And we really appreciated the estimating and customer service by Mike Belfer, who followed through on all the phases. Many thanks!"
Dan H on April 2023
Irish Roofing & Exteriors services the West Michigan community, providing quality work for your home or business. Ensure that your investment is well protected with Irish Roofing, where we are craftsmen, not contractors. Services Include: Roofing Replacements & Installation, Siding Installation, and Gutter Installation.
"We are very pleased with our new roofing and gutters! Irish did all the roofing in one day and the gutters in less than a day. The crews were friendly, with good communication and questions about what we wanted. And we really appreciated the estimating and customer service by Mike Belfer, who followed through on all the phases. Many thanks!"
Dan H on April 2023
I am a licensed Real Estate Associate Broker in Michigan. I service the real estate needs of many buyers/sellers in the South West Michigan area.
I am a licensed Real Estate Associate Broker in Michigan. I service the real estate needs of many buyers/sellers in the South West Michigan area.
One of the first things a Realtor will do for a home seller is evaluate the property. This price won't necessarily be the same as the listing price. An experienced Realtor will know the local real estate market very well. If similar houses in the area are selling for more than their appraisal values, then the Realtor knows how much higher the seller can reasonably go. But if the market is really slumping, then the Realtor may suggest listing the home at its appraisal value or even slightly lower. Many Realtors will also recommend that the seller conduct a full inspection of the home. The advantage of inspecting a home before putting it on the market is to avoid being surprised by unseen defects in the property. Most buyers will request an inspection before making an offer, and hidden problems like cracked foundations and rusty plumbing could break the deal. It's better to fix those problems before trying to sell the house. A Realtor, as with other real estate agents, is an expert on the details that buyers look for in a home. Most sellers grow accustomed to the eccentricities of their homes without realizing that a few simple improvements could drastically increase the marketability of their property. Sometimes it's as simple as a fresh paint job, removing excess furniture and clutter, or tearing up carpet to reveal hardwood floors. Or a Realtor might suggest larger improvements -- like renovating a kitchen or bathroom -- that will considerably raise the value of the home. Realtors -- like other real estate agents -- know the most effective ways to advertise and market a home. Because a Realtor is a member of the local real estate association, he or she has access to an extensive network of buyer's agents. More than 50 percent of home sales are cooperative sales, where a seller's agent works with a buyer's agent [source: National Association of Realtors]. Your Realtor might include your home in a caravan, where groups of buyer's agents tour multiple properties. Because they're licensed real estate agents, Realtors are able to post listings for free to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), a national database of homes for sale. This database is searchable by other real estate agents and by the public at Realtor.com. Savvy Realtors know what to include in these listings to make them most attractive to potential buyers. Clear, attractive photos are key, and the description should focus on all of the best qualities of the home without sounding too much like a used car salesman. More and more homebuyers are searching the Web for properties. A good Realtor knows which Web sites are the most popular with homebuyers and what search engine optimization strategies will get your listing to the top of Google. Community Web sites, like Craigslist, require a different marketing strategy than the typical MLS listing. A smart Realtor will tailor each listing to its potential audience. Once there are prospective buyers, the Realtor will to arrange showings and open houses. As the primary contact for the home, the Realtor is responsible for making individual appointments for showings. He or she is also responsible for making sure that the house is ready for each showing, which includes getting the current occupants to leave for an hour or so. For open houses, Realtors might even recommend hiring a professional home stager to add interior decorating and design touches that present the home in its best light. Once there's an interested buyer, the Realtor will be the chief negotiator and point of contact for all of the paperwork. The Realtor will guide the seller through the closing process. Now let's look at what Realtors can do for homebuyers.
One of the first things a Realtor will do for a home seller is evaluate the property. This price won't necessarily be the same as the listing price. An experienced Realtor will know the local real estate market very well. If similar houses in the area are selling for more than their appraisal values, then the Realtor knows how much higher the seller can reasonably go. But if the market is really slumping, then the Realtor may suggest listing the home at its appraisal value or even slightly lower. Many Realtors will also recommend that the seller conduct a full inspection of the home. The advantage of inspecting a home before putting it on the market is to avoid being surprised by unseen defects in the property. Most buyers will request an inspection before making an offer, and hidden problems like cracked foundations and rusty plumbing could break the deal. It's better to fix those problems before trying to sell the house. A Realtor, as with other real estate agents, is an expert on the details that buyers look for in a home. Most sellers grow accustomed to the eccentricities of their homes without realizing that a few simple improvements could drastically increase the marketability of their property. Sometimes it's as simple as a fresh paint job, removing excess furniture and clutter, or tearing up carpet to reveal hardwood floors. Or a Realtor might suggest larger improvements -- like renovating a kitchen or bathroom -- that will considerably raise the value of the home. Realtors -- like other real estate agents -- know the most effective ways to advertise and market a home. Because a Realtor is a member of the local real estate association, he or she has access to an extensive network of buyer's agents. More than 50 percent of home sales are cooperative sales, where a seller's agent works with a buyer's agent [source: National Association of Realtors]. Your Realtor might include your home in a caravan, where groups of buyer's agents tour multiple properties. Because they're licensed real estate agents, Realtors are able to post listings for free to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), a national database of homes for sale. This database is searchable by other real estate agents and by the public at Realtor.com. Savvy Realtors know what to include in these listings to make them most attractive to potential buyers. Clear, attractive photos are key, and the description should focus on all of the best qualities of the home without sounding too much like a used car salesman. More and more homebuyers are searching the Web for properties. A good Realtor knows which Web sites are the most popular with homebuyers and what search engine optimization strategies will get your listing to the top of Google. Community Web sites, like Craigslist, require a different marketing strategy than the typical MLS listing. A smart Realtor will tailor each listing to its potential audience. Once there are prospective buyers, the Realtor will to arrange showings and open houses. As the primary contact for the home, the Realtor is responsible for making individual appointments for showings. He or she is also responsible for making sure that the house is ready for each showing, which includes getting the current occupants to leave for an hour or so. For open houses, Realtors might even recommend hiring a professional home stager to add interior decorating and design touches that present the home in its best light. Once there's an interested buyer, the Realtor will be the chief negotiator and point of contact for all of the paperwork. The Realtor will guide the seller through the closing process. Now let's look at what Realtors can do for homebuyers.
Free Market Analysis of your property with no obligations.
Free Market Analysis of your property with no obligations.
Creative Funding Service, Inc. is a licensed mobile home dealer that deals in mobile homes and manufactured homes in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. The primary focus of our business is buying mobile homes and manufactured homes from individuals that need to sell in the areas that we service. We pride ourselves on offering competitive offers to mobile home sellers.
Creative Funding Service, Inc. is a licensed mobile home dealer that deals in mobile homes and manufactured homes in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. The primary focus of our business is buying mobile homes and manufactured homes from individuals that need to sell in the areas that we service. We pride ourselves on offering competitive offers to mobile home sellers.
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
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