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Welcome to the real estate blog by Tom Gilliam | RE/MAX Classic, your trusted Farmington Hills real estate agent with over 24 years of experience helping buyers and sellers across Novi, Northville, West Bloomfield, and the greater Oakland County, MI area. Here, you’ll find market updates, community insights, home-buying and selling tips, and the latest housing trends designed to keep you informed and ahead in today’s fast-moving market. Whether you're planning your next move or just staying current, this is your go-to source for local real estate knowledge.
Why Home Prices are Still Rising Despite the …
To say the economic news coming out lately has been disconcerting would be an understatement. Statistics…
How To Check Out A Potential Neighborhood When …
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First-time Homebuyers: Can I Still Buy a House …
First-time Homebuyers: Can I Still Buy a House in Oakland County MI During Covid-19? - If…
Should I Sell My Farmington Hills Home During …
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Selling Your Home Safely During The COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought much of the country to a screeching halt. But, just because…
Moving Safely During The Coronavirus Outbreak
Moving Safely During The Coronavirus Outbreak - Moving can be stressful during the best of times, but…
3 Things That Have Changed in Real Estate …
The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected life across the globe. Strict social distancing measures, school closures,…
Selling Your Farmington Hills Home During COVID-19 Crisis
Selling Your Farmington Hills Home During COVID-19 CrisisNow more than ever, it’s important for home sellers…
READY TO SELL YOUR FARMINGTON HILLS HOME? WHY …
Ready To Sell Your Farmington Hills Home? Why You need a REALTOR®. Most folks will agree…
READY TO BUY A HOME IN NOVI MI? …
Ready to buy a home in Novi, MI? Most folks will agree that buying a home is one of…
THE NEWEST LANDSCAPING TRENDS OF 2020
It’s a new year, and with every new year comes new design trends—including in landscaping. The…
BUYING NEW CONSTRUCTION VS A RESALE HOME IN …
Buying New Construction vs A Resale Home in Farmington Hills, MI – If you’re currently in the market…
BUYING A HOME IN NOVI MI WITH LITTLE …
Buying a Home in Novi MI with Little or No Money Down in 2020 – For many first-time…
WHY FARMINGTON HILLS MI HOME SELLERS NEED QUALITY …
Why Farmington Hills MI Home Sellers Need quality Real Estate Photos – There are many details to be…
HOW IS THE CORONAVIRUS SHAKING UP THE HOUSING …
How is The Coronavirus Shaking Up the Housing Market? – Mortgage rates have plummeted since the beginning of…
Pricing Your Farmington Hills MI Home To Sell
Pricing Your Farmington Hills MI Home To Sell - Deciding on the right list price is…
Selling Your Home During The Holiday Season-Decorate Or …
The holidays are arguably the most festive time of the year. And for many people, part…
The Most Popular Home Style in America According …
When you’re shopping for a home, you’ll find yourself quickly acquainted with an array of architectural…
Why Novi Homebuyers Should Partner with a Top …
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Explore Oakland County MI luxury Homes for Sale
Oakland County MI Luxury Homes for Sale - Situated northwest of Detroit, Oakland County is the wealthiest…
Why Homebuyers Should Consider New Construction Homes in …
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Why Homebuyers Need A Qualified Oakland County MI …
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Why Oakland County Appeals to Homebuyers
What appeals to homebuyers about Oakland County, Michigan is the sheer volume of available jobs, entertainment,…
New Construction Homes in Farmington Hills MI
Looking for a new construction homes in Farmington Hills MI? You're in the right place!Recently named as…
Why Plymouth MI Homes for Sale Deserve Consideration
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Farmington Hills MI Condos and Townhomes for Sale
Farmington Hills is a smaller, wealthy city in Oakland County, MI. Located about 30 miles northeast…
Why South Lyon MI Homes for Sale Deserve …
If you are currently seeking a tight-knit, family-friendly community offering a small-town vibe for your next…
Why Buyers Should Consider Rochester MI Homes for …
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Why You Should Consider Buying a Home in …
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Why Buyers Should Consider Northville MI Homes for …
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Why Buyers Should Consider Novi MI Homes for …
If you are currently in the market to buy a home in the Detroit metro area,…
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Features To Renovate Gets The Home Sold
When you renovate features in your home, you want to get the most bang for your…
Recession Possible-Home Shoppers, Real Estate Experts Are Optimistic
Most experts predict that following a seven-year period of economic growth the US economy is headed…
Home Sales Make A Serious Rebound—Just In Time …
The start of 2019 was slow for the real estate market, but it looks like that’s…
10 Home-Selling Superstitions Oakland County Michigan 2026 | …
🏡 Ready to Sell Your Oakland County Home?24 Years. 700+ Closings. Top 1% Oakland County.Superstitions aside…
Selling A Home-First Timers Check List
As a homeowner, the selling process can be an overwhelming experience - especially for first timers.…
Housing Inventory Growth Upward In Oakland County 2019
The housing inventory in and around Oakland County, Michigan has been a struggle for most buyers…
The Right Real Estate Agent-Did You Choose Correctly?
Buying and selling a home is a huge life event, and the right real estate agent is…
A For Sale By Owner-6 Reasons To Use …
When you’re looking to buy a home, you may wonder, “Does it matter if the property…
Knowing Whats Included In The Sale Of The …
As a homebuyer looking for homes in the Oakland County, Michigan area you may find yourself…
Home Seller Offers-Response Time Is Important
In today's Oakland County Michigan housing market it is important now more than ever for home…
Oakland County Michigan Housing Market Report 2019
Now that the thaw begins in Oakland County Michigan and Spring forward is just around the…
Your Agents Love On Valentines-Count The 8 Ways
With Valentine’s Day fast-approaching, there’s no denying love is in the air. Let’s think for a…
Oakland County Millennials Are "Mortgage Ready" This Spring
We are approaching the spring of 2019 and Oakland County Michigan home owners are in the…
Down Payment For Your First Home In Oakland …
So you’ve decided to purchase your first home in Oakland County, Michigan. Congratulations! Purchasing a home…
Homes For Sale In Farmington Hills-Hire A Real …
You are probably wondering that if a person can buy a house on their own, then…
Home Warranties Can Ease Your Worries
Buying or Selling a home in or around Oakland County Michigan can be a daunting task…
Home Buyers & Home Sellers Must Read Books-Six …
These days in the complex world of buying or selling a home and with the winter…
10 Home Decor Trends To Retire In 2019
As the new year is here, plenty of homeowners look for ways to refresh their spaces…
Trends That’ll Be Hot In 2019 And Two …
Each fall, decorators begin to share the interior design trends we can expect to see in…
Holiday Home Selling Tips That Can Sell Your …
Christmas Holiday is just around the corner and we give you the green light to go…
Buying Your Farmington Hills Home-How Much To Borrow
The “rule of thumb” regarding loans is that your monthly housing payment such as the taxes,…
Wallpaper Painted Over?- Removing It Carefully Counts
Finally found the house of your dreams? But wait… you rejected the offer just because the…
Winterizing Home Readiness - 6 Important Winterizing Tips
When it comes to your Oakland County Michigan home and its survival through our tough and…
Winter Home Buying Is Great Timing In Farmington …
Winter in Farmington Hills is the perfect time of year for plenty of things: making snow…
Crowdfunding For Home Purchases - A Futuristic Reality
When looking to purchase a home in Oakland County, Michigan for the first time can be…
Paint Colors Determine The Bottom Line-Choose Wisely
We all think that painting is a personal choice and that the paint color is a…
Professional Real Estate Agent Talk Over Thanksgiving Dinner-The …
It’s probably just making small talk, but there are certain questions people seem to always ask professional…
Great Home Buying Experience-How to Have One
One of the biggest hurdles in the home buying experience is the approval of mortgage. However,…
17 Household Products You Can Make Yourself Saving …
Having a well kept home requires maintenance and the occasional decor upgrade. Between cleaning supplies, Mod-Podge,…
Oakland County Michigan Home "SOLD"- What 9 They …
Once you sold your Oakland County Michigan home recently there was quite a learning curve. This…
Apps That Commonly Get It Wrong Zillow, Trulia, …
Listing sites like Zillow, Trulia, Redfin are Apps That Commonly Get It Wrong but have become…
Downsizing In Oakland County Michigan-The 7 Signs
For many people, a large, sprawling Oakland County Michigan home is part of the American Dream.…
3 Ways to Make Your Home More Koselig …
On cold and dark Oakland County Michigan winter days, there is nothing better for the soul…
Farmington Hills Housing Market Report
Knowing whats happening in the Farmington Hills Housing Market can be the difference in your bottom line when…
Fall Season Home Seller Tips That Bring Home …
When spring season comes around, the boxes come out and you start filling them up with…
First-Time Home Buyer Debates-Seven Of The Most Common
Buying your first place in Oakland County Michigan can be an exciting but often overwhelming experience.…
Fall Time Change and Real Estate Similarities-Realtor Tom …
What Does The Fall Time Change Have To Do With Real Estate?Millions of people adjust the…
Why Do Houses Expire In Oakland County?
You've seen this happen...A house sits on the market forever in Oakland County Michigan, and it…
Setting The Asking Price For Your Home-Whats It …
Setting The Asking Price For Your Home-Whats It WorthAs the seller, you are often going to…
Mortgage Rates Increasing-Get Off The Fence!
Mortgage Rates Increasing Can Effect What You Can AffordWhen you’re buying a home in Oakland County,…
Energy Audit - 4 Things to Check For …
You are probably wondering why you need an energy audit for your home for sale in…
5 Home Improvements That Waste Your Money
Home Improvements to Avoid When Selling Your HouseHome improvements a bang for your buck? Don’t go…
Home Searching – Online vs. In Person Visits
Looking at Homes in PersonWhen home searching you might have heard real estate horror stories where…
Hosting Your First Open House In Farmington Hills-How …
Hosting your first open house in Farmington Hills is all about impressing potential buyers. Here’s how…
9 Scary Things Real Estate Agents Fear Hearing
When you’re in the business of helping people buy and sell homes — arguably the largest…
Say NO to FSBO Homes For Sale In …
Are you thinking about taking the FSBO homes for sale in farmington hills route for selling…
Staging Counts-The Four Reasons Why
According to Benzinga, the current housing market in the US is headed towards a nightmare for…
Staging on a Budget – Buyers Love a …
Want to hear those “oohs” and “aahs” when a potential buyer comes for a tour of…
One Simple Trick to Increase the Value of …
There are many ways to increase the value of your house and if you are one…
The Myth of FICO Scores – Buying a …
What is the first thing people worry about when they are considering buying a home for…
Housing Negotiations – 6 Mistakes That Can Make …
Have you been searching for your dream house for long? Did you find one but the…
Face Palm Moments – The Friendly House Hunter …
Being a house hunter is a tricky business. You need to be very careful before taking…
The 3 Secret Keys To Get a High …
How to Get a High Home AppraisalThe one thing that both sellers and buyers want is…
Buying a House-Ask Yourself These 3 Questions First
Buying a house is everyone’s favorite “American Dream”. People save for years, so that they can…
How Comparable Sales are Use to Price Your …
How Comparable Sales are Use to Price Your HouseComparable sales are one of the biggest weapons…
5 Tips That Will Help You Stage Your …
The first thing that every real estate agent recommends to its client is staging. It helps…
8 things to avoid when purchasing a home
The last thing in the world you would ever want is to spend a bunch of…
Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
Choosing whether to rent or own a home is not an easy decision. It requires you…
Farmington Hills Housing Negotiations – 6 Mistakes That …
Have you been searching for your dream house for long in Farmington Hills? Did you find…
Why Buying a House is better than Renting …
“My dream is to have a house on the beach, even just a little shack somewhere…
The Ultimate Checklist for When You Are Finally …
Are you ready? Becoming a homeowner is not that easy! There are a lot of factors…
Repairs That Can Tank the Sale Value of …
Before putting up your home for sale in Farmington Hills, Michigan on the market, why not make…
Reality vs. Expectations – Buyer Myths that Can …
As a homeowner, you should now be familiar with how the real estate market works. It’s…
Is There a Buyers Market Creeping Up? - …
We all know that this sellers market would not last too much longer and it seems…
Projects That Will Help You Improve the Curb …
It’s ok to go a little crazy when shopping for furniture and decorative items for your…
Stopping Making These 5 Silly Mistakes When Selling …
Most homeowners, who plan to sell their house, often get stuck on two things: renovations and…
How to Come Out at the Top When …
Michigan has the strongest economy right now in the US and the housing market there is…
House Staging Secrets – How to Woo the …
Did you know that if you get your house staged by a professional before putting it…
Home-Buying Fees Myths You Should Know about before …
Before you even think about buying a home for sale in Northville, Michigan, why not have…
Home-Buying Fees Myths That Most People Fall For
Before you even think about buying a home for sale in Northville, Michigan, why not have…
3 Tips for Making a Profitable and Quick …
Putting your house up for sale?Staging?Repairs?Renovations?Done with all of these?After a week of putting your house…
Home-Buying Fees Myths You Should Know about before …
Before you even think about buying a home for sale in Northville, Michigan, why not have…
Price-7 Pricing Myths You Need to Get Past …
When homeowners are preparing to put their properties on the market, one aspect is usually foremost…
Home Inspection – Preparing Yourself for the Surprises
When you hire a home inspector for your home for sale in West Bloomfield, Michigan, you…
5 Deadly Pitfalls that Every Buyer Needs to …
Research, research and research… this is the only thing you need to focus on when you…
The Know-It-All Guide for When Entering the Sellers …
Buying a home for sale in Novi, Michigan is no walk in the park. It is not…
“Must” and “Lust” – Don't Overspend When Buying …
We are sure that you are familiar with the battle of needs vs. wants... what we…
House-Buying 101-10 Questions to Ask Your Realtor before …
No matter what task you are doing, a certain set of rules need to be followed,…
5 Seller Mistakes You Need To Avoid When …
There are a lot of reasons why your home for sale in Novi, Michigan has been on…
4 Tips To Ignore With A Home for …
Planning to finally sell your house? Looking for a home for sale in Northville, Michigan? The…
4 Myths That Every Person Falls for When …
There are a lot of things that need your attention when you are house hunting. With…
Homes for sale in Novi Michigan-5 Seller Mistakes …
There are a lot of reasons why your homes for sale in Novi Michigan has been…
Your Farmington Hills Michigan Real Estate Agent Benefits
Are you planning to take the FSBO route for your Farmington Hills Michigan real estate? Before…
Good News For Oakland County Home Buyers: Home …
What a start to the beginning of the home buying and home selling season in Oakland…
May 2018 Home Sales Hit Historic Record
If your a Home Buyer and Home Seller you know the real estate market is HOT!,…
June Is National Homeownership Month. Here’s An Interesting …
Are you aware that June is National Homeownership month in Oakland County and around the Country?Probably…
Home Prices Still A Concern For Home Buyers …
Home prices in Oakland County are the top concern for both home buyers and sellers. After…
Existing Homes Value Are Up - It's A …
The Great Recession was one of the most challenging times in US history and in the…
Housing Confidence Hits All-Time High (And What This …
The Housing Confidence is at an all time high, this is great for home sellers that…
Farmington Hills Home Buyers Don't Wait Until 2019
There is no doubt that it is tough for Farmington Hills home buyers with the shortage…
Oakland County Homeowners Have a Better Grip on …
Let’s face it, there are times when it is hard to get homeowners to understand what…
Summertime House Check-Up Readiness 5 Tips
With Summertime right around the corner, the spring is the best time to prepare for the…
Oakland County Remodeling Cost Delima-Solved
In this tight Oakland County Michigan housing market it is not easy to settle for something…
Interest Rate Increases Leaves Worried Homeowners
With today’s rising interest rates speculated to go higher this year, a big change from the…
Oakland County Quick Home Buying Decision Time
Most homebuyers in Oakland County Michigan and across the country are not usually open to make…
Oakland County Affordable Homes Less Likely?
Anywhere you go in Oakland County, Michigan there are parts of the County where homes seem…
Down Payment Under 6% For Many Home Buyers
It seems that the biggest hurdles and worries for penitential home owners is the down payment…
Mortgage Rate Increases Affect Oakland County Homebuyers
Mortgage rate increases have been seen an increase around the Oakland County, Michigan area and there…
Farmington Hills Home Shoppers & Home Sellers Love …
In today’s increasing technology through smart phones, tablets and other devices that make life easier for…
Advice On Comparing Multiple Offers On Farmington Hills …
Considering multiple offers may be a difficult undertaking for homeowners. The typical reaction is to focus…
Oakland County Michigan Homeowners Stay Optimistic
Asking Oakland County Michigan homeowners whether or not they feel it it is a good time…
Buyer Competition Heats Up This Spring
From all accounts, this spring's 2018 housing market is going to be a busy one. High…
Lifespan of 20 Essential Household Items
Has your air conditioner ever failed on a hot summer day? It’s a struggle no homeowner…
Existing Home Sales Rebound In February
Historically low inventory and quick price growth stalled home sales in the US for a few…
New Homes On The Way In Oakland County
It is clear in Oakland County, Michigan inventory is scarce and the need for new homes…
Neighborhood Feature Buyers Want In Oakland County
The neighborhood in which home buyers prefer in Oakland County is diverse and has much to…
Garden Tip(s)10 Most Wanted This Spring-Realtor Tom Gilliam
Main Garden Tip-If you’re like most people, as soon as the weather starts to warm up,…
Home Equity Continues To Increase In Oakland County
When you buy a house in Oakland County, you're not just purchasing a place to live,you're…
Income Has Risen But Will It Lead To …
In this early spring market across the county especially here in Oakland County Michigan inventory seems…
The Top Sacrifices Millennial Buyers Say They'll Make
Buying a house is a major financial transaction and, for most Americans, the largest one they'll…
Credit Behaviors - Advice For Potential Farmington Hills …
Credit behaviors and credit ratings are generated by three major credit agencies (Experian, Equifax, and Transunion).…
Nearly 60% Of Homeowners Plan Home Improvement (s)
If you're a homeowner, you know the to-do list is never ending. And, if you're a…
Think FSBO Sellers Route Will Save You Money?
Many folks are tempted to take the FSBO Sellers route believing they’ll save a bundle by…
Buyers Expand The Search For Affordable Homes
Frustration for today's home buyers could not be more higher with home prices increasing and record…
Typical Seller Mistakes Listing Farmington Hills Properties
Seller behavior may affect the marketability of a listing. Some typical seller mistakes listing Farmington Hills…
Your First Home-What To Look For
When you're buying your first home, there's so many things to consider: you need to secure…
Staging For A Higher Sales Price
Many potential home sellers think staging is a waste of money. But it turns out, staging…
Open House Strategies That Stand Out
Getting eyeballs on your open house can be a challange especially when there are multiple open…
Soulmate & Real Estate This Valentines Day
Finding the soulmate or house of your dreams might seem pretty easy.You know what you want…
7 Home Renovations That Will Increase Your Resale …
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Mortgage Rates Took a Big Jump Home Buyers
Are you thinking about buying a home in 2018? Are you on the fence about entering…
Should You Go Directly To The Listing Agent …
When you’re looking to buy a house, you might think it makes sense to go directly…
Oakland Counties Low Inventory-Sellers Getting Top Dollar
In this housing market today and Oakland Counties low inventory in places such as Farmington Hills,…
For Sale By Owner Sellers- Some Points to …
It’s illuminating to visit For Sale by Owner websites from time to time to see if…
Groundhog Day And Real Estate?
Do you believe whether a groundhog sees its shadow or not is a true indication of…
Farmington Hills First Time Buyer Guidance
Buying real estate may be somewhat scary. The Farmington Hills first time buyer guidance in this…
Hiring The Wrong Agent-Pitfalls
Buying a home is the biggest investment you'll likely ever make, and it has all sorts…
Farmington Hills Spring Real Estate Market
Spring is traditionally an active time for real estate. There is an abundance of inventory and…
Farmington Hills Michigan Home Selling Myths
Real estate is an industry where assumptions develop gradually and do not necessarily adapt as the…
Open House Tips-Get Home Sold
An open house is a great tool for taking your home from “for sale” to “sold.”…
Farmington Hills Michigan Housing Shortage
Farmington Hills as with a lot of markets throughout the country, there is a Farmington Hills…
Homeownership Timing Couldn't Get Better
In the current economic climate, a lot of renters thinking homeownership is out of their reach.…
Advice On Interpreting Farmington Hills Michigan Inspection Reports
Property inspections can be a confusing step in the real estate buying process. Home buyer emotions…
Think About Selling-Americans Believe Time to Buy
Think about Selling?-According to the National Associations of Realtors Homeownership and Market Experience (HOME) Survey, most…
Low Inventory Means Selling Time
According to Realtor.com’s recent Housing Shortage Report, the US is experiencing the worst low inventory shortage in…
Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr & Real Estate
Fill in the blank…“I have a _________…”I’m about 100% sure I can guess what word you…
The Best Day To Go See Houses
It is Sunday morning. You are scheduled to go out and see houses later with your…
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SOLD! Checklist For Selling Your Farmington Hills Home
As a Farmington Hills homeowner, the selling process can be an overwhelming experience – especially for…
The Importance Of Being Represented By Real Estate …
As a home buyer or home owner, you have the choice of selecting a real estate…
No Housing Crash in the Near Future: 4 …
With home prices rising in many areas of the country, many people are worried that we're…
Novi Michigan Home Sale Preparation To-do List
It is a good idea to make your property presentable during buyers visit. When potential buyers…
Home Inspection Negotiations For Farmington Hills Michigan Property …
Sellers are not required to fix issues discovered in a property inspection. There is a process…
Increase Your Farmington Hills Michigan Homes Value
When selling your home, you want to do everything in your power to do things that…
Farmington Hills Michigan Appraised vs Assessed Prices
Appraised and assessed prices are regularly mistakened for each other. As a buyer or home seller,…
Farmington Hills Michigan Homeowner Tax Advice
The tax deadline is right around the corner! Do not miss out on money saving tax…
10 Amenities That Get Homes Sold During Winter
Many homeowners believe attempting to get homes sold during winter is a losing proposition. Real estate…
Real Estate Inspection Tips For Buyers & Sellers …
A home inspection is an assessment of the building and all mechanical elements by a licensed…
Farmington Hills Michigan Home Equity Loan Options
There are a few different types of home equity loans. Some may be a better alternative…
Why I’m Particularly Thankful This Thanksgiving
I'm truly thankful for the trust, confidence and the real estate business my clients have entrusted…
4 Winter Selling Tips to Consider
As the days continue to get shorter and the holidays get closer, you may feel as…
Listing Your Home In Novi Michigan During The …
The real estate economy not only differs every year, but additionally from month to month. There…
Selling your home in Farmington Hills Michigan as-is
If you have viewed properties for sale recently, you have probably come across the term as-is.…
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Real estate agents hear this all the time…“I wish I had called you before. But I…
Farmington Hills Home Selling Negotiations-Hardball
When it comes to appraising and developing appropriate responses to offers on your Farmington Hills home,…
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