Archive for February, 2008

Study: State of Nation’s Home Values…Including Ann Arbor, Michigan

Friday, February 29th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Study: Home prices post huge biggest median The National Association of Realtors releases home values quarterly. Values have fallen six quarters in a row. How did home values fare in ... Read more..

Do’s and Don’ts for Fending Off Foreclosure in the Ann Arbor Real Estate Market

Thursday, February 28th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | 2 Comments »

The Bankruptcy Adviser By Justin Harelik Bankrate.comEven after your lender sends a default letter, there are still ways to keep your house. There are also ways to make the situation ... Read more..

McKinley Towne Center Expansion

Thursday, February 28th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

McKinley INC started the McKinley Towne Center with the acquisition of one building - the expansion and growth of the project has now covered almost one whole city block.  Phase ... Read more..

HGTV’s House Hunters in Ann Arbor Once Again…

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

If you want to watch us on House Hunters on HGTV, tune in:Friday, February 29th at 10:00 PM ET/PT Homeowners Once Again : Episode: HNT-1806 Judy and Ken Castagna decided to ... Read more..

Understanding The Current Ann Arbor Housing Market

Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

What: Preparing to Sell Your Home in Today's MarketWhen: Wednesday, February 27th, 9am - 4pmWhere: Chelsea Comfort Inn Conference Center, 1645 Commerce Park DriveSeminar Schedule:9:00 - 10a:00 am - Understanding ... Read more..

WHAT FIRST-TIME HOMEOWNERS NEED TO KNOW

Monday, February 25th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

If you are interested in buying your first home, don't allow myths to discourage you from trying.  With home prices increasing, it's a little more difficult for first-time homeowner simply ... Read more..

SHORT SALES in The Ann Arbor Real Estate Market….

Friday, February 22nd, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

A short sale is where the lender forgives a portion of the debt. Many good folks have found themselves with declining home values and rising mortgage payments. Some mortgagee's will accept less than ... Read more..

Foreclosure & Bank-Owned Properties

Thursday, February 21st, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

RealtyTrac publishes the largest and most comprehensive national database of foreclosure and bank-owned properties.This Bloomberg video was posted Feb 18th, interviewing Rick Sharga, www.RealtyTrac.com President of Marketing.RealtyTrac posted the actual ... Read more..

Lenders Stall Foreclosures & 888-995-HOPE discussed at Family Law meeting Feb 22, 2008

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

This Friday at noon at 200 N Main St Ann Arbor, Michigan, I am speaking at The Family Law Section to discuss when The Marital Asset Becomes a Liability. Part of the discussion ... Read more..

Ann Arbor Accepting Bids for Parcel Redevelopment

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »

The City of Ann Arbor has opened the doors to receive bids for the 415 Washington Street parcel.  The invitation encourages re-use of the two-story building on-site and calls attention ... Read more..