Waterfront Home in Commerce Township, Michigan

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Nature & Nurture Enjoy being surrounded by exceptional natural water views while nurturing yourself in the comfortable luxury of this 2970 sq ft home with 3.5 baths, Great Room, Living Room, formal Dining Room, Den, huge kitchen with Corian counters, cherry cabinets, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. The impressive Great Room, like the Living [...]

Identifying and Removing Pet Stains & Odors

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Many of us adore—and sometimes live for—our beloved pets. Many pet lovers own homes, and as often happens, begin to think about selling. However much you stand by your animal, and whether not you’re thinking of selling (though more so if you are), how would you like some good tips on how to remove any [...]

Dick Clark’s Flintstonian Home is Rockin’

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Entertainment legend, Dick Clark, placed his Malibu home on the market shortly before he died on April 18, 2012 for an asking price of $3.5 million. Recently reduced in February to $3.25 million, this unique home sparks the imagination and is full of whimsical details. The Malibu landmark was built to look as though it [...]

Will This Change the Home Construction Industry?

3D printing capabilities, currently used in engineering design are considered for scaling to large projects such as building neighborhoods for all – from the needy to the wealthy. This could completely change the face of the construction industry. What do you think? It’s a very interesting TED talk with a hat tip to NMJUNCTION for [...]

Childhood Home of Nickelodeon Star Up For Sale

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Well-known as the character Cat Valentine on the popular Nickelodeon show Victorious, actress and singer Ariana Grande grew up in this lovely 2.49 million dollar home in Boca Raton, Florida. The exclusive Les Jardins subdivision features this 7,590 square foot home on a private cul-de-sac road. Unique in many ways, the bonus rooms include at [...]

Remember What Your Momma Said When Selling Your Home

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We all have personal ‘momma’ sayings ingrained in our heads during our years of growing up. Surprisingly, these same sayings apply during the sale of your home. “Wash up, and don’t forget to wash behind your ears.” Good curb appeal on the outside of your home means your property is enticing and attractive. Take a [...]

Bruce Willis Wooded Wonderland Up for Sale

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With his older daughters grown and moving away to college and jobs, and beginning a new family with his young model wife, Bruce Willis has put his Idaho resort home up for sale. He purchased the home to remain next door to his young daughters after his divorce from Demi Moore, but now that daughter [...]

Essentials for Your Real Estate Closing

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These are the must-have items all the well-informed Buyers AND Sellers are bringing to closing! A valid photo I.D. (drivers license): Everyone involved wants to be sure the right people are signing this day, so don’t forget it! Your Checkbook: Even if you normally use only plastic. Sometimes there can be a small overage or [...]

Swank Selling Her 9.5 Million Dollar Baby

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This gorgeous 1928 mediterranean home has been beautifully restored by architects Marc Appleton, and offers ocean views from almost every room. The two-time Oscar winning actress is rumored to have placed her home on the market because of the breakup of her five year relationship with agent John Campisi. Not your average house, this 1928 [...]

Pet Owners: Preparing Your Home For Showings

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Selling your home requires so much work! (But you know that, right?) If you’re preparing your home for sale, and if you’re a pet owner, well, there’s even more work to do. You’ll face additional challenges before and during the showings. Two big-ticket items must be dealt with: a thorough clean-up of pet odors, stains, [...]