Ann Arbor Area Real Estate: 2730 E North Territorial Rd, Whitmore Lake

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on February 6, 2019

2730 E. North Territorial Road

Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Square Feet: 1,510

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Brimming with opportunity, this Ann Arbor area farmhouse is nestled on nearly 17 beautiful acres. The property includes a charming farmhouse, five outbuildings and a paddock. Imagine the possibilities of owning a barn with three horse stalls, garage with upstairs bonus room, Quonset for hay storage, chicken house and potting shed. The main house features include hardwood flooring, large light-filled windows and ceiling fans for comfort. Delight in the updated kitchen boasting warm wood cabinetry and stainless appliances. Three bedrooms, a full bathroom and main floor laundry room completed this home. Three five acre splits are available. Come see this lovely piece of Ann Arbor area real estate.

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11952 N Main Street

21766 Raspberry Ridge

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Kathy Toth and Team are Washtenaw County, Michigan real estate experts who will guide home buyers and sellers through the entire real estate process. Our extensive knowledge of Washtenaw County areas, combined with decades of expertise in the local real estate market is extremely valuable to helping you achieve your goals. For quality service and personal attention during your real estate transaction, contact Kathy Toth and Team for all your home buying and selling needs.

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Ann Arbor Area Real Estate: 21766 Raspberry Ridge, Pinckney, MI 48169

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on January 29, 2019

21766 Raspberry Ridge

Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2

Square Feet: 1,761

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Stunning inside and out, this lovely Ann Arbor area home has it all. From the endless curb appeal and large deck to the open floor plan and walk-out basement, you will enjoy every square inch of this property. Stroll up the front walk and admire the large yard, green spaces and lush landscaping. Inside, the open floor plan and vaulted ceilings make a grand first impression. A generous great room is anchored by a gas fireplace and opens to the dining area and kitchen. Whip up delicious meals with the help of gas cooking, center island and ample cabinetry. Step out to the large elevated deck and take in the private wooded views.

Escape to the master suite complete with more tranquil views and an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks. Two additional bedrooms share use of a good sized hall bathroom. Downstairs, the walk-out basement is ready for your personal touch. With 9 foot ceilings and plumbing for an additional bathroom, the possibilities are endless. Do not miss the attached three car garage with workshop. Move-in and immediately start enjoying this incredible Ann Arbor area home!

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8518 Cedar Hills Drive

11952 N Main Street

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Dexter Real Estate: 2982 Stonewater Way, Dexter, MI 48130

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on January 29, 2019

2982 Stonewater Way

Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3

Square Feet: 5,491

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Spectacular views are the hallmark of this beautiful French Country estate nestled in a prime Dexter location. Situated on over 14 breathtaking acres, this home is a true retreat. The sunny, open floor plan is sure to impress with vaulted ceilings, warm hardwood flooring and plenty of space to entertain. The spacious living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace and flows effortlessly to the den and kitchen. Delight in the gourmet kitchen featuring granite counters, double ovens, stainless appliances and a large center island. The adjoining dining room offers a wall of windows that showcases the picturesque vistas. Imagine dining outdoors on the expansive Tree deck in the warmer months while admiring the magnificent surroundings.

A sumptuous first floor master suite beckons with a large bedroom, spa like bathroom and generous walk-in closet. Guests will enjoy use of the second bedroom suite on the main level. Quality finishes and fine details continue throughout the lower level with a rec room, study, two bedrooms and a large hall bathroom. Walk-out to the covered patio and expansive yard. Additional storage is available in the large outbuilding. All this within minutes to Dexter and Ann Arbor. Don’t miss this exceptional piece of Dexter Real Estate!

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8518 Cedar Hills Drive

11952 N. Main Street

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Community Spotlight: Dexter’s Pub

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on December 27, 2018

For today’s community spotlight, I’m at Dexter’s Pub to speak with the owner, Peter.

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I know Peter through various business transactions, from me frequenting Dexter’s Pub, and from doing real estate together. We’re good friends, so today I wanted to shine our community spotlight on Peter’s popular and successful business.

According to Peter, who has owned the pub since 1998, the significance of the pub’s name comes from the fact that he feels it belongs to the whole community of Dexter.

There’s a special little story about Dexter’s Pub that not everyone knows about: They have their own resident ghost. Peter says that the ghost occasionally floats through the restaurant and knocks things over, causing general mischief. “You just have to be there to experience it,” he says.

Beyond their supernatural mischief-maker, you also have to be there in order to experience the great American dining, meet the excellent servers, and to enjoy the ambiance.

Dexter’s Pub has a regular menu featuring burgers, fish, pizzas, salad, and pasta. The pub also has daily specials. For example, Monday’s special is all-you-can-eat chicken and cod; Tuesday’s is Italian night; Wednesday’s is a Mexican night; and on Saturdays and Sundays, kids under 12 eat for free.

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Peter appreciates the support that the community of Dexter provides him, so his generosity is a way for him to give back.

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Peter’s family is also a part of the business: His wife operates as his accountant, and the rest of the family comes in on weekends to help out wherever they’re needed.

He also likes to be a contributing member of the community, speaking at events, serving as a sponsor for various drives, as well as donating to certain causes. He appreciates the support that the community of Dexter provides him, so his generosity is a way for him to give back.

I like to host the Toth Team’s client parties at Dexter’s Pub, where they offer catering services and pre-ordering options via phone. It’s truly a wonderful establishment.

To reach Peter at Dexter’s Pub, you can call (734) 426-1234 or visit their Facebook page.

For any questions you have about real estate, contact us, your real estate experts, by phone, email, or our Facebook page, at any time. We’re here to add value to your lives and provide support.

We Want to Protect You When You’re Buying Vacant Land

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on December 13, 2018

Which contingencies can protect you during a vacant land purchase?

Our team has a lot of knowledge on this subject, and we’d like to share some of it with you today.

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When you buy vacant land, it’s important that you avoid vacant land traps. There are a few specific buying blunders to look out for during such a transaction, which we would like to highlight for you today.

The first step you should take in protecting yourself against any pitfalls is to partner with a professional. Otherwise, you could easily encounter expensive issues, each of which we’ll discuss in greater detail in future videos.

Some of the contingencies to consider during a vacant land purchase are:

Septic contingencies
Well contingencies
Driveway permit contingencies
Land division contingencies
Zoning/building permit contingencies
Survey contingencies
Easement and building restriction contingencies
Utilities
Mineral rights contingencies
Crop contingencies
Water contingencies
Legal contingencies
Financing contingencies
Planned future development contingencies

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Vacant land is the essence of real estate.

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There are a number of opportunities for protection associated with each of these, and our team has been very fortunate in helping buyers leverage them during their purchases. Would you rather have an expert or an amateur by your side as you pursue this kind of deal?

Vacant land is the essence of real estate, and our team has a strong track record of success in dealing with this type of transaction. We hope you’ll trust us to meet your goals.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Our New App Will Enhance Your Home Searches

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on November 26, 2018

New KW technology will allow consumers to search for homes like never before. Our Chief Innovation Officer will explain.

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When you’re on a property detail page, it’s really important to get all the information about a house as quickly as possible, and with our new KW Search app (available in 2019), you can do that with ease.

There are a couple things you can do differently with our consumer app that you can’t do in all the other apps:

1. Get the home DNA profile. The home DNA is based on your search criteria, and as you use the app, it finds out what you like and don’t like. It trains very similarly to Amazon or Netflix.

2. Customizable. On the Any Home app, you can easily favorite or hide a home from ever showing up again.

3. Agent-client connectivity. If you’re working with an agent, that agent has the ability to recommend homes and give you comments about why a particular home might be great for you and your family.

4. Photo organization. It breaks down all the photos by room allowing you to simply click on a category and see all the photos of that space, including the interior and exterior of the home. Further still, if you double tap a photo, it will show you all the tags that are found in that photo. These tags will point out various aspect of the room or area, and the consumer can point out what they like about these tags, which will train their home DNA. This allows for a very curated search.

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As you use the app, it finds out what you like and don’t like. It trains very similarly to Amazon or Netflix.

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5. Commute calculator. With the app, you can plug in the address of your work and calculate the commute time between a property and your work.

6. Collaboration. You can actually start private discussions on any home and also invite your agent, co-buyer, or family members to engage you in a discussion right on the app.

7. Property pages. Whenever you’re looking at a property, there will be a feature that allows you to see the neighborhood it’s in and key features about that neighborhood. Then you can go explore the area on the map, allowing you to find out what it’s like to live in any neighborhood for any home.

8. Request tour. At the bottom of the app, there are two buttons: One to contact the agent for the listing, and the other that allows you to schedule a time to visit the home.

This app could truly change the way that consumers search for homes and interact with sellers and their agents. To find out more or to address any questions you have, please reach out to Toth Team Worldwide. We’d be glad to help.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on November 19, 2018

This Thanksgiving, we’d like to extend our sincere thanks to all of you who have made our business possible.

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The 2018 holiday season has officially begun! We hope you are as excited as we are.

We’d like to take a moment to express our gratitude to all of you this Thanksgiving. We have met some truly wonderful people, and we’re proud to have helped so many reach their real estate goals over the years.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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We wouldn’t be where we are today without all of your support. Enjoy your Thanksgiving dinner with all of your family and friends—that’s what we plan to do!

In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any real estate questions. We would be happy to help you.

What To Know About Earnest Money Deposits

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on November 2, 2018

What is an earnest money deposit and what role does it play in a real estate transaction?

We’ll be tackling this question today.

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When you find the house of your dreams, you show the seller you’re serious by writing a check. This is known in the industry as an earnest money deposit.

By law, this sum must be deposited into the title company’s or broker’s escrow account within two days from the final acceptance of the offer.

Essentially, earnest money deposits (otherwise known as a good faith deposit) represents your commitment to buying the home. It shows the seller you’re operating in good faith and allows them to label the home as “Contingent” in the multiple listing system.

As a result of this, the number of showings the seller takes on may decrease while you, the buyer, go through the due diligence period. The larger your earnest money deposit, the more certain the seller will be of your desire to purchase the house.

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The larger your earnest money deposit, the more certain

the seller will be of your desire to purchase the house.

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This deposit can range from about $1,000 to 10% of the home’s sales price. In multiple offer situations, you may want to increase this amount to make your offer more attractive.

Keep in mind, though, that this amount will not be refunded to you if you break the terms of the contract and walk away from the deal.

However, if you meet all of the deadlines and contingencies of the contract, such as the inspection, appraisal, and title review, then the earnest money will be applied toward your down payment at closing.

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

There Are Signs of a Shift in the Michigan Housing Market

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on October 19, 2018

How is the housing market looking in Michigan? See what this fall holds.

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As real estate and its prices are always changing, it’s always a good idea to keep up to date. So today, we’ll bring you the fall market update for the Michigan area.

There are more single-family homes coming on the market, up 8.9% from 358 to 390 year to year. The number of year-to-year sales is down 18.1% from 315 to 258. However, the average sales price is up to $308,080 from last year’s $299,788—an increase of 2.8%. The average days on market has improved from 32 days last year to 25 days this year.

Things can change so gradually that many people do not notice. To see if shifts are occurring in the market, it’s important to watch for accurate data in your price range.

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Things can change so gradually that

many people do not notice.

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Sellers could be chasing prices down, so the question for many is if they should wait until spring to sell a house. It depends on what you think is going to happen in regard to elections, the economy, and interest rates.

What happens to prices when rates go up? There may be a relationship. According to the National Association of Realtors’ national media manager, if you have rising interest rates over a longer period, then you’ll see a weaker demand. In this case, you may see price appreciation slow down. Keep in mind, today’s interest rate for an adjustable mortgage is 4.25% and 5.15% for an annual percentage rate.

If you have any questions or would like some more information, feel free to give us a call at (866) 696-8447. We look forward to hearing from you.

Ann Arbor and Surrounding area Fun Fall Festivities from the Toth Team at Keller Williams Realty

Posted by Toth Team Worldwide on October 4, 2018

The Dexter Cider Mill located at the corner of Central and Huron Street in Dexter, Michigan has been a long time favorite to many of the local residents. What is your favorite outdoor event during the month of October. Is it visiting your favorite cider mill, walking through a corn maze, taking a stroll through a pumpkin patch, scaring your way through a haunted house or just getting out for a fall bike ride on your favorite bike path or strolling along the banks of the Huron River on a beautiful Saturday or Sunday afternoon?