Schaub Team Blog

Leelanau Requires Point of Sale Septic Inspection - What you need to know

Posted by Jamie Jewell on Mar 23 , 2023 - 07:16 am

The code states that properties in Leelanau and Benzie Counties with onsite wells and/or onsite sewage treatment systems must be evaluated prior to the property being sold or transferred to a new owner – this includes when a parent passes a property to a child

Home Inspections: What You Need to Know

Posted by Jamie Jewell on Mar 21 , 2023 - 10:49 am

The effects of the recent real estate boom caused many agents and buyers to implement new tactics that would potentially give them a leg up with sellers. Escalation clauses, no contingencies, and waived inspections increased once intense bidding wars accelerated.

First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account Program Revisited

Posted by Jamie Jewell on Feb 28 , 2023 - 08:09 am

It’s been one year since the Michigan First-Time Home Buyer Savings Program was signed into law. We thought we’d delve into the top questions surrounding this program to help you determine if it could be a good fit for you or your family members. The savings plan was created to assist first-time home buyers with the purchase of their Michigan principal residence. Account funds may be used for the payment or reimbursement of eligible costs associated with the purchase of a single-family residence by a qualified beneficiary designated on the account.

7 Home Repairs that are too Dangerous to DIY

Posted by Ismirelda Forst on Jan 20 , 2023 - 07:59 am

Making a few home repairs yourself can save you time and money, but certain projects can also come with some serious and often dangerous risks. Specific DIY projects can go wrong, resulting in injury or making the problem worse, which will cost you even more in the long run.

5 Essential Tech Tools for Maintaining and Extending the Life of Your Property

Posted by Rachel Jenna on Dec 13 , 2022 - 11:27 am

Thanks to advancements in technology, it's easier to maintain properties even if you aren't around 24/7. This means that property owners can prevent damages from afar, which enables a return to perfectly-maintained vacation houses each time.

Must-Do Steps to Buy a Home

Posted by Suzie Wilson on Nov 02 , 2022 - 08:01 am

Guest blogger, Suzie Wilson, provides 5 steps to help you buy a home.

Safeguarding Your Home and Garden from Pests and Animals

Posted by Raymond Web on Jun 15 , 2022 - 10:02 am

Having a beautiful garden adds to the beauty of your home; however, it also invites unwanted animals and pests to your house, and getting rid of them becomes important. Here are some helpful tips to safeguard your home and garden.

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