Toth Team Worldwide Network of REALTORS® announced the addition of a new member, Jeanne McLeod, to the Ann Arbor Area Real Estate Experts team. “Jeanne is an enthusiastic REALTOR who really knows our area”, said CEO Kathy Toth. “Her knowledge and client experience will be an asset to our Ann Arbor clients and make her a great fit for our organization at Keller Williams.”
Jeanne McLeod comes to the Toth team with a strong business sales background. Jeanne and her husband, Marcus, combined their love of photography and technical expertise to successfully establish a premier Dance Photography and Media company in Ann Arbor. Over the course of 20+ years as a professional Graphic Designer, she has learned the value of the three “Cs”: Commitment, Communication and Collaboration, instilling in her, an outstanding entrepreneurial spirit. As a licensed REALTOR, Buyer Specialist, Jeanne is a designated Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) and has the expertise and knowledge needed for getting her buyer’s the edge in every real estate transaction. Her experience in the business world will be an asset to both Buyers and Sellers. Of her new position on the Toth Team, KW, Jeanne says “My goal is that each transaction results in my clients having a 10+ experience that they can’t imagine being better.”
For over 30 years, Toth Team Worldwide Network has served South Eastern Michigan including Washtenaw, Livingston, Oakland, Lenawee, Jackson and Wayne Counties, including clients in Dexter, Ann Arbor, Chelsea and Saline.
Today, Toth Team Worldwide Network has global aspirations and a growth strategy to meet the modern needs of clients around the world.
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When buying a house, you should always make an educated decision. But did you know that education has a direct impact on housing values?
Even if you don’t have school-aged children, or if you don’t plan to have children, buying a home in a good school district is still a smart decision. More than any other factor, the quality of a school district establishes whether a location is a good area to buy.
Studies have shown that homes in more desirable school districts hold their value better over time. In fact, even in the face of a recession, good schools help homes in a district retain value longer, as well as rebound faster when the market makes an upturn.
Of course, you will pay more for a home in an excellent school district, but when balanced against the better appreciation rate and resale value, it’s an investment that’s more likely to pay off over time. Additionally, studies have shown that when communities invest in an educational millage, property values rise in correlation with the spending on schools. So buying in an area that values their school district can have an ongoing positive impact on your home value, even if you aren’t sending kids off to school each day.
When considering where to buy a home, make sure you educate yourself. Fortunately, the internet makes it easy to find what you need. Sites like Education.com, SchoolGrades.org, and GreatSchools.net offer current statistics on school districts across the nation. While you will find test scores, grades, teacher-to-student ratios and demographics, they don’t always tell that whole story. Be sure to also look at a district’s commitment to other areas, such as sports, the Arts and music, and extra-curricular activities. Those are all signs of a community that values and supports their school district.
But statistics can only tell you so much. See what people have to say directly about their schools. Read parent and student reviews and check sites like CityData.comto get insights from locals. Visit local discussion boards or Facebook groups to get a feel for the neighborhood and town, or try to contact a local PTA member. Parenting websites are another good resource, as are local new articles.
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make. So do your homework and be an educated shopper.