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Too much snow on Roof & Ice Dam Ceiling leak

Wednesday, February 9, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team

The more insulation we put into our attics, the less heat is lost and the snow on your roof can remain longer.  Sunny days can heat up darker shingles to help melt snow, but this can lead to ice dam problems and ceiling leaks too.  

With all the snow we have had this year, you might want to be proactive with winter roof care.  Get a roof snow scraper or rake/blade to pull some of the snow off your roof.  This is especially important in areas that might backup near flashings and then leak inside our Home.  

Check out this link to get more information on this topic.  The conditions are right for more of this to happen.  Of course, if you know someone looking for real estate services, please give them the URL of this website to get started.  

Have a great day!

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Rated Best Realty Search Site in 2011

Tuesday, January 25, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

CHECK OUT THIS GREAT NEW REALTY SEARCH SITE BY WATCH THE SHORT VIDEO REVIEW HERE.

Good morning.  Thank you for stopping by as guest on our website.

LOOKING FOR FORECLOSURES, short sales and the latest MLS listings?  We recommend the following website for direct "realttime" MLS Access  click here.

This is the realtime MLS dBase that Realtors use for foreclosures, HUD and resale property listings.  It is the site that ALL other services periodically download from.  It also has a great "tool bar" when looking at details for listings that exclusively provides walkscores, ZillowZestimates, aerial and birdseye imaging, demographics, school info, distances to popular retailers and much more!  

Thanks again for visiting, and please keep in touch!

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Cake Nouveau, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Monday, January 24, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

As Seen on the Food Channel

CAKE NOUVEAU

924 Packard St, Ann Arbor, Michigan -www.CakeNouveau.com

They do everything from One of a kind Wedding and Event Cakes to my favorite "Cake Truffles" .  These things are great and very reasonable.  Bring a six pack Home to your special person soon.

Check out this clip about them.  

Since we mentioned special events, perhaps its time for a new home.  Check out the "All MLS Listings" at the top of the page if you or a friend might be in the market.  Take care.

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10160 Ridgeline, York Township, MI 48160

Thursday, January 20, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

5 MINUTES FROM I94/US23 SPLIT

10160 Ridgeline, York Twp, MI

Home is located in the Saline School district in the popular Timber Ridge Subdivision.  Great commuter access to those wishing easy access to I-94 east or US 23 and want to avoid the Ann Arbor Traffic jams.

Just 9 minutes to Briarwood, this home has space and peace and quiet with top notched schools and low York Twp taxes.  

2950 sq ft

4BR/3.5 Baths with a finished view out basement, kraftmaid custom cabinets with granite counters, hardwood floors, 3 car garage and much more.  Check out the video tour above and click one of the Links above for "All MLS Listing" access or to contact us for a showing appointment.  Note the handy Chat button at the bottom of any web page too for quick answers.  

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Blimpy Burger, Ann Arbor, MI

Wednesday, January 19, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

AS SEEN ON THE FOOD NETWORK

Blimpy Burger

551 South Division Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 663-4590

If you are in the area and like hamburgers you need to check out this classic burger joint.

I caught a glimpse of this section of one of the episodes this weekend and was stunned by how good those burgers looked with all the meat...and cheese...and toppings!  Anyway, this is an clip from the Food Network program "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives".  Check out the ordering rules below if you don't want to stand out.  Enjoy! Cool

www.blimpyburger.com/ordering.htm

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Zingerman's Deli, Ann Arbor, MI

Wednesday, January 19, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

WORLD FAMOUS DELI

ZINGERMANS DELI

Career Focus Cafe Video featuring Zingerman's Deli in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This world class Deli that is truly amazing. A must visit for new and returning visitors.

Located at 422 Detroit Street Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (734) 663-3354

Note this firm has their own bake house on the south side of town in Pittsfield Township that is also open to the public.

Looking for Real Estate?  Check out the "All MLS Listings" link above to access the complete inventory of Foreclosures, short sale's and regular resale properties.  Click the Chat button below to answer a quick question or try the contact info above.  We look forward to meeting you.  

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Morgan & York, Ann Arbor, MI

Wednesday, January 19, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

Morgan & York 

Fine Wines and Specialty Foods

1928 Packard Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 662-0798

Bakery, specialty deli and wine store with over 1000 different types of wine.  Great place to get picnic lunch package with nice bottle of vino.  

Great expert staff that are eager to help make recommendations. Also check out the cooking clinics.   Tell Tommy York the owner I said Hello.  

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Video Welcome to Ann Arbor

Wednesday, January 19, 2011
by Tom Stachler,ABR,CDPE - Group One Realty Team
Video Video

Welcome to Ann Arbor, Michigan

Visitors and potential residents should check out this brief video clip for some sites and sounds of Ann Arbor.  We have other Blog Video's about specific and interesting places in Ann Arbor and the surrounding areas that you might like to check out when you get a moment in the "Places & Events" category to the right.  

Looking for Real Estate for purchase or rental?  

Click on the "All MLS Listings" above to get started.  

Questions?  Try our Chat Button at the bottom of any page to reach us quickly or note our contact information above.  We thank you for your consideration and we look forward to meeting you in person.  We specialize in relocating families and making their transition a fun experience and smooth process.

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Mortgage Rates Drop

Sunday, January 16, 2011
by Tom Stachler - Group One Realty Team - Real Estate

Freddie Mac (OTC: FMCC) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®). The survey results showed lower mortgage rates for both long- and short-term rates, with the 30-year reaching a four-week low.

30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 4.71 percent with an average 0.8 point for the week ending January 13, 2011, down from last week when it averaged 4.77 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 5.06 percent.

15-year FRM this week averaged 4.08 percent with an average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 4.13 percent. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 4.45 percent.

5-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) averaged 3.72 percent this week, with an average 0.7 point, down from last week when it averaged 3.75 percent. A year ago, the 5-year ARM averaged 4.32 percent.

1-year Treasury-indexed ARM averaged 3.23 percent this week with an average 0.6 point, down from last week when it averaged 3.24 percent. At this time last year, the 1-year ARM averaged 4.39 percent.

Frank Nothaft, vice president and chief economist of Freddie Mac, reports, “Bond yields drifted lower following the release of the December employment report , which was weaker than the market consensus forecast and implied that the labor market is still in a sluggish recovery. Fixed mortgage rates followed bond yields lower for a second consecutive week, bringing them to a four-week low.”

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HAFA Rules Relaxed for Short Sales

Wednesday, January 12, 2011
by Tom Stachler - Group One Realty Team - Real Estate

Welcome to 2011, it is going to be a great year and I'm excited to see where it takes us!

Changing Short Sale Rules - The HAFA program has been a mixed bag, but last week the Treasury Department changed the rules to make short sales easier. 

Here are the primary changes to HAFA: 

- Those seeking a short sale must get an answer within 30 days
- Lender Servicers are no longer required to verify a borrower's financial information
- Lender Servicers are no longer required to determine if the debt-to-income exceeds 31%
- Though Second lien holders no longer must accept 6% of the unpaid balance - 

Overall, these changes should help expedite short sales, which is good news for Home owners, realtors, investors and ultimately the banks.

If you are looking for a way to sell you home that you feel is worth less than you owe on it, we can help.  Please contact us on this link or try the chat button at the bottom of the page.  You can also stop by this helpful short sale information site as we by clicking here.  


Here is to a healthy, wealthy, and exciting 2011!

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