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.
How Accurate Are Online Home Value Estimates?
One home can have six different online value estimates. Learn how Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com and other free tools work, why the numbers differ, and how to determine what your Michigan home may really be worth.
Selling a Home With a Mortgage: Where Does the Money Go?
Selling your home for $400,000 doesn't mean you'll receive $400,000. See how mortgage payoffs, closing costs, and taxes affect your final proceeds.
Michigan Land Split Rules Are Changing. What Property Owners Should Know
Michigan is expanding land division rights beginning in 2027, potentially allowing more parcels to be created from qualifying acreage. Learn what the new rules mean for Southeast Michigan landowners, why zoning still matters, and what to investigate before selling.
Who Pays the Property Taxes When a Michigan Home Sells?
Who pays the property taxes when a Michigan home sells? The answer depends on the Purchase Agreement, the proration method, and the closing date. Learn how it works and try our interactive calculator to see how moving closing by a week can change the numbers.
Buying New Construction in Southeast Michigan? Know Your Options Before Visiting a Model Home
Exploring new construction in Southeast Michigan? The 2026 Parade of Homes features 37 model homes, including several in the $600,000 to $800,000 range. Learn what advertised prices include, which upgrades may cost extra, and why arranging your own buyer representation before visiting a builder can make a difference.
Ann Arbor Just Approved a $651 Million New Neighborhood With More Than 1,000 Homes
A $651 million mixed use development with more than 1,000 homes is moving forward on Ann Arbor's south side. Here's what Arbor South could change, and the bigger lesson for homeowners and buyers evaluating a neighborhood