Jodie Franklin's Blog

Posted on 03/01/2020
Pros & Cons of REIT Investing
Image by Mediamodifier from Pixabay Although most people think of real estate investments in terms of real property that they can see and touch, buy and sell, or rent and manage on their own, there is a popular form of real estate investment that is not as personal and interactive. In many ways, it is easier, featuring the...
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Posted on 02/23/2020
Pitch: Don’t Skip the Home Inspection – Here’s Why
Life of Pix via Pexels If your lender does not demand it, skipping the home inspection might be fairly tempting as you move toward closing on the house of your dreams. Although moving full steam ahead might provide what you need in the moment, that decision could end up causing problems in the future. So, even though it...
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Posted on 02/16/2020
What Is Native Gardening?
Photo by Larisa Koshkina via PixabayRestoring native habitat to our surroundings is like pressing the "refresh" button on biodiversity. Homeowners who embrace native gardening are making big contributions to healthy landscapes, which is great for maintaining the native ecosystems. Making a Difference—Beautifully Native plants are the greenery that would grow in certain areas with or without human intervention....
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Posted on 02/09/2020
Choosing the Right Buyer's Agent
Photo by Christina Morillo from Pexels When you view a home for the first time and speak to the agent hosting an open house or showing the home, you're talking to someone working for the seller -- not for you. Anything you share could be passed on to the seller -- and used to leverage a better offer...
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Posted on 02/02/2020
4 Interior Design Styles to Get Inspired By
Do you ever look at pictures of dream homes online and wonder what yours is missing? The answer probably lies in a cohesive design style. All homes are built around architectural and design principles. Whether you realize it or not, there are probably at least two or three interior design styles that would perfectly complement your home’s architecture, giving...
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Posted on 01/26/2020
Why There's No Need to Wait to List Your Residence
Selling a home is a big decision with far-flung ramifications. If you're on the fence about selling your house, there is no need to wait. In fact, there are many reasons why now may be the right time to list your residence, and these include: 1. You can upgrade or downgrade. Although your current home has served you well...
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Posted on 03/05/2020
1908 Arborview Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 has an Open House on Sunday, March 8, 2020 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Charming Westside Bungalow in an amazing active neighborhood! Very inviting, large front porch with swing and lights to enjoy those upcoming spring evenings. Beautiful hardwood floors and classic archways throughout. 2 good size bedrooms on main floor and 1 large bedroom upstairs. Updated kitchen with tons of cabinets. Gorgeous updated tile bath. Full basement with tons of space and a workroom, would be a great finished space. Lovely backyard, with raised gardens and surrounding trees, your own green oasis. Large shed. No worries of Orangeburg-brand new sewer line installed 2015.  Choose between Forsythe or Slauson Middle School. ...
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Posted on 03/07/2020
Video Tour - 9112 Meadow View Lane, Saline, MI 48176
An amazing home in the desirable Saline Ridge sub. Walk through the grand 2-story foyer with beautiful chandelier into a very open and welcoming living room area with fireplace and new vinyl wood-looking flooring and crown molding. Off the entry is a gorgeous office with abundant built in bookshelves and window seat. Upgraded kitchen cabinets with crown molding, new stainless steel french door fridge, dual oven, and island. Convenient pantry off kitchen with lots of cabinets for storage. Dining nook with doorwall to backyard. Several options for formal dining if desired. First floor laundry with several cabinets, large shelf, coat closet and...
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Posted on 03/06/2020
9112 Meadow View Lane, Saline, MI 48176 is now new to the market!
An amazing home in the desirable Saline Ridge sub. Walk through the grand 2-story foyer with beautiful chandelier into a very open and welcoming living room area with fireplace and new vinyl wood-looking flooring and crown molding. Off the entry is a gorgeous office with abundant built in bookshelves and window seat. Upgraded kitchen cabinets with crown molding, new stainless steel french door fridge, dual oven, and island. Convenient pantry off kitchen with lots of cabinets for storage. Dining nook with doorwall to backyard. Several options for formal dining if desired. First floor laundry with several cabinets, large shelf, coat closet and...
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Posted on 03/03/2020
1908 Arborview Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 now has a new price of $307,500!
Charming Westside Bungalow in an amazing active neighborhood! Very inviting, large front porch with swing and lights to enjoy those upcoming spring evenings. Beautiful hardwood floors and classic archways throughout. 2 good size bedrooms on main floor and 1 large bedroom upstairs. Updated kitchen with tons of cabinets. Gorgeous updated tile bath. Full basement with tons of space and a workroom, would be a great finished space. Lovely backyard, with raised gardens and surrounding trees, your own green oasis. Large shed. No worries of Orangeburg-brand new sewer line installed 2015.  Choose between Forsythe or Slauson Middle School. ...
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Posted on 02/29/2020
Another Property Sold - 549 Liberty Pointe Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Fantastic deal on this Liberty Pointe condo. 2 bedrooms with walk-in closets and personal baths. Upper level has nice built in library shelves off 2-story entry. Large living room with formal dining and sliding glass door leads to green common area. Generous kitchen with all appliances included. Full basement just waiting to be finished. Laundry room with utility sink. 1 car attached garage. Excellent location, with Burr Park and Lakewood Elementary right around the corner. Short distance to downtown, restaurants, shopping, parks, everything Ann Arbor has to offer. Seller is a licensed agent in the state of...
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Posted on 01/27/2020
549 Liberty Pointe Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 now has a new price of $215,000!
Fantastic deal on this Liberty Pointe condo. 2 bedrooms with walk-in closets and personal baths. Upper level has nice built in library shelves off 2-story entry. Large living room with formal dining and sliding glass door leads to green common area. Generous kitchen with all appliances included. Full basement just waiting to be finished. Laundry room with utility sink. 1 car attached garage. Excellent location, with Burr Park and Lakewood Elementary right around the corner. Short distance to downtown, restaurants, shopping, parks, everything Ann Arbor has to offer. Seller is a licensed agent in the state of...
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