Welcome to the SoldByCaleb Real Estate Blog, featuring Michigan real estate tips, local market trends, home maintenance guides, and buyer and seller resources. Stay informed with expert insights designed to help you navigate the Michigan housing market with confidence.
Final Walkthrough: Is the House in the Same Condition?
What happens if the furnace quits, a pipe leaks, or something goes missing before closing? Learn what Michigan purchase agreements may require and what buyers should check during their final walkthrough.
Time Is of the Essence
A missed deadline in a real estate purchase agreement can have serious consequences. Learn what “time is of the essence” means, how closing delays are handled, and why the exact contract wording matters.
Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) Basics: What Homebuyers Need to Know
What is an earnest money deposit, and can you get it back? Learn how EMD works, where your money goes, when it's refundable, and what every homebuyer should understand before making an offer.
What Does “As Is” Actually Mean When Buying a Michigan Home?
A Michigan listing says the home is being sold “AS IS.” But did you know your purchase agreement may already say you are accepting the property in its as is present condition, subject to inspection contingencies? Here is what “AS IS” in the listing remarks is really telling buyers, and why it does not automatically mean no inspection.
What Actually Stays With a House When You Sell It in Michigan?
You sold the house, but can you take the chandelier? What about the TV mount, refrigerator, Ring doorbell, bathroom mirror or backyard playset? Here is how fixtures and personal property are handled in a Michigan home sale, and the simple step buyers and sellers can take to avoid surprises at closing.