Atkinson Realtors Blog

Posted on 08/02/2021
What It Costs to Sell Your Home: Closing Costs for Sellers
Photo by Burst from Pexels In real estate, closing cost refers to the total amount of money due at time of purchase. This cost is usually equal to a small percentage of the total purchase price but can vary based on state, county and other factors. Sellers handle a portion of the closing costs which can sometimes be...
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Posted on 07/26/2021
4 Ideas for a More Inviting Front Porch
Photo by Ralph (Ravi) Kayden on Unsplash Curb appeal doesn’t have to be all about selling your home. Improving the exterior with landscaping and decor is a way to add your personal touch. While homes with front porches have the added advantage of providing an extension of the home’s entrance, a porch alone is not always welcoming. There...
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Posted on 07/19/2021
Buying Your First Home: Keys to Remember
Photo by Roman Samborskyi via Shutterstock Buying your first home is exciting! And scary! But you don’t have to fear the process if you take the time to become fully prepared for homeownership. Below are the seven primary keys to preparing yourself and smoothing the process. How to Know You’re Ready Determine how much you can afford. The...
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Posted on 07/12/2021
Positives & Negatives 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 07/05/2021
5 Air-Purifying Plants You Should Know
Houseplants can add color and natural beauty to our living spaces, but can also improve our health. By converting carbon dioxide into oxygen, plants provide us with fresh air to breathe purely by living alongside us. Some plants can even filter harmful chemical compounds and pollutants from the air. Here we will go over some of the best...
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Posted on 07/31/2021
Another Property Sold - 8118 Springdale Dr #Unit#70-Bldg#19, White Lake, MI 48386-4543
** OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 27th 1:00-3:00** Don?t miss out on this stunning turn key condo in the highly sought after Whetherstone development! Fabulous layout with open floorplan. Great room with vaulted ceilings, tons of natural light and cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen boasts white cabinetry with pull out shelving, snack bar and an abundance of prep space. Dining room with doorwall leading to the deck and private picturesque back yard. Coveted entry level master suite with full bath, vaulted ceilings and large walk in closet. Entry level laundry room. Second story with third bedroom, huge walk in storage area, and third full bath....
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Posted on 07/30/2021
Another Property Sold - 270 Starr Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341-1860
Charming 2 bedroom one bath brick ranch with optional lake privileges on all-sports Sylvan Lake! Hardwood throughout the living room and bedrooms. Kitchen with breakfast nook or a moveable island. Windows provide tons of natural light. The recreation room is a great space to entertain or use as additional living space and still have plenty for storage! Huge laundry room / utility room. Located on large fenced in lot. Extremely convenient with access to Telegraph, M-59 and I-75. Includes: free-standing gas range, free-standing refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer. Schedule your appointment...
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Posted on 07/25/2021
Another Property Sold - 16741 Quakertown Lane, Livonia, MI 48154-1161
This Beautiful home is clean & move in ready with lots of space inside & out! Close to shopping, restaurants & easy access to the highway. With a partially finished basement, an extra large yard & a 3 car garage!!! The 1 car garage is currently being used as a workshop/storage room & the 2 car is heated & used as a workout/weight room. Upon entry you walk into a large open foyer & open staircase to either a step down great room with high ceilings to the left or an open living room to the dining room & kitchen to the right. Continue upstairs to 3 good sized bedrooms & a full bath. The master bedroom en...
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Posted on 07/21/2021
Another Property Sold - 30328 Fairfax St, Livonia, MI 48152-1945
*** MULTIPLE OFFERS, HIGHEST AND BEST DUE 6-20-2021 AT 8:00 PM***IMPRESSIVE 1200+ SQUARE FOOT RANCH STYLE HOME WITH AN ADDITIONAL 900+ SQUARE FOOT PARTIALLY FINISHED OPEN LOWER LEVEL! Meticulously maintained with numerous updates including; new furnace and central air (June 2021), roof (August 2020), basement block windows (May 2020), Wallside Windows throughout the home (April 2020). Phenomenal layout! Formal living room with hardwood floors. Spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets and prep space that is open to the great room. Great room with vaulted ceilings and door to the deck. 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors and new ceiling fans. 2...
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Posted on 07/16/2021
4843 Westlawn PKWY, Waterford, MI 48328-3478 is now new to the market!
OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, JULY 18 1:00-3:00. Welcome home to Elizabeth Lake (363 acres) which is connected to Cass Lake (1280 acres) and Crescent Lake (90 acres) via the Clinton River! Enjoy lake living without the taxes. Beach privileges are within walking distance and offers docking. This Ranch boasts 1500+ sq ft of finished living space with a 0.46 acre private lot! 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Tons of natural light throughout the home! Living room with a fireplace, study, kitchen with plenty of storage and counter space, dining room, an amazing four season room leading to the back deck. Partially finished basement with encapsulated walls and a...
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Posted on 07/15/2021
6593 Marten Knoll Dr, West Bloomfield, MI 48324-3417 is now new to the market!
Stunning colonial in West Bloomfield! Original owner and Updated T/O!! You'll love the open floor plan. Gorgeous custom kitchen with high end Thomasville cabinetry, bubble glass upper doors, prep island, granite countertops, professional chef style gas range and black s/s appliances (2019). Great room with vaulted ceilings, surround sound (category 5 wiring) and eye-catching floor to ceiling stacked stone fireplace. Spacious dining room, lounge/den, half bath and large laundry room complete the first floor. 3 bedrooms and two full baths upstairs (including the roomy master suite). Entertaining is easy with the large deck! Unfinished basement...
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Posted on 07/09/2021
7100 Cedar Creek Dr, White Lake, MI 48383-3027 is now new to the market!
*OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, JULY 11 1:00-3:00* Welcome Home! This beautiful custom built colonial boasts 3,900 sqft of finished living space on an impressive 1.2 acre lot with pond. The home offers; 4 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, formal living room, dining room, kitchen (tons of storage, granite countertops, large island with plenty of prep space), breakfast nook, great room (natural light galore, vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace & doorwall to the composite deck), entry level laundry. Lower level includes; huge family room, recreation room, additional office/exercise room and storage area behind bi-fold doors for large appliances. 2020 updates: well...
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