HOMES Real Estate Podcast

Lake Saint Clair water levels have set a record high, and are making residents nervous all along the waterfront. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss the repercussions of such water levels, as well as how to prepare your home, and what to do if your home does flood. Have a question? Text in to 586-747-4326 and we'll answer!

Are you thinking of purchasing a home in the next year? Here are some great ways to have a smoother real estate transaction!

Wondering whether you should be using a credit card while saving for a down payment? There are pros and cons to both using a credit card and also to using cash/debit. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle weigh in, and for once, we don't have all the answers! Where do you line up on this issue, credit or cash? Comment or text 586-747-4326

What do you need to know about Open Houses? Whether you're a buyer or a seller, you still need to know the pros and cons of having (or going to) an open house. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle from Coldwell Banker discuss. Have a question? Text 586-747-4326

Wondering where to head out to eat this week? Peter and Chris discuss their favorite Macomb restaurants in a variety of categories.

Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle break down May's numbers for Macomb County's real estate market. Things are starting to heat up, and inventory is increasing. Lower price points are still very competitive, with the higher price point ($350k and up) becoming a little more balanced. Homes in all price points are selling quickly if they're priced competitively and show well.

Have you ever looked at a house online and then seen a very different home in person? This can be very frustrating! Here is Realtor Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle's take on this, and how you may be able to avoid this!

Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors had a guest speaker this morning, National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, who broke down the economic condition of the state of Michigan, as well as how that relates to the housing market. Realtors Chris Vanbelle and Peter Toering break down the main points. Have questions? Comment on the podcast and we'll do our best to answer!

Here are 5 Things You Need To Know About Closing Costs! Closing costs are a big mystery to the general public, but they don't have to be! Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle bring you great real estate information every week on the HOMES Real Estate Podcast! Have a question? Text 586-747-4326 and we will anwswer it!

Episode #80 5 Things You Need To Know Before Offering on a Home by Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, Realtors

Think the closing table is the end of the road? Think again! Here are 5 things every new homeowner will need!

Ep. #78 What to do if I can't find a House? by Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, Realtors

It's time to fire up the grills! Peter and Chris take a little break away from real estate to address an age old debate, Charcoal vs Propane. Have real estate related questions? text 586-747-4326

Thinking of searching for a home but don't know where to start? Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle go through what the best steps are. Have real estate, mortgage, or other related questions? Comment below or text your questions to 586-747-4326

Interviewing listing agents for your home? Here are the Top 5 questions you MUST ask your listing agent to avoid leaving possibly thousands of dollars on the table! For answers to your real estate questions text 586-747-4326 and Chris and Peter will answer them on the podcast!

We talk a lot about the cost of buying a home, but very little is discussed about the cost of NOT buying a home and staying a renter. Be careful, because it could cost you a ton of money! Text your questions to 586-747-4326

Ep #73 Let's Talk About Damp Basements by Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, Realtors

Ep. #72 Understanding Escrow by Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, Realtors

Have you been starting your home search on a big name but sometime confusing website? Have you been baffled by the estimate of your home's value? Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle dive into the murkiness of online home searches and valuations and show you both the good and the bad. Have a real estate related question? Text 586-747-4326 and we'll make sure to answer it on the podcast!

We were going to talk about something Real Estate related.... and then we didn't. We realized although you may know about our real estate topics, you may not know too much about us! This podcast is dedicated to showing you who we are, and what our mission and passion is behind our brands

Thinking about buying a property with acreage, a second property for hunting, or just wondering what you rural home might be worth? Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle answer these questions. Text your Real Estate questions to 586-747-4326 and we will do our best to answer them on a future episode!

There's a lot of confusion out there about what the difference is between a private home inspection and an FHA or VA Appraisal. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle break help clear this issue up.

It is a beautiful 65 degree day here in Michigan today, and Spring is here! We are also seeing Spring here in our real estate market, with listings and buyer activity both increasing! If you have been on the fence all winter about selling, now is a great time! Text questions to 586-747-4326!

Coldwell Banker has been a trusted real estate brand for well over a hundred years, but some folks thought our logo was a hundred years old too! Coldwell Banker is rolling out a new, fresh logo that depicts us as leaders in the industry and defines our role: just like the North Star, we help guide people home. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle share our initial thoughts on the logo, both good and bad!

Think 0 Down means no cost at all? Think again! Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle dispel another VA Myth, and talk about VA closing costs. Certain fees can be rolled into the loan, while others cannot. Have more VA questions? Text 586-747-4326 for answers.

Many home sellers are nervous about accepting a VA offer, but should you be? There's many misconceptions about what is involved in a VA offer, or the VA loan process. The VA loan is a great way to help the men and women who have served our country, and is an easier process than most think! Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, both experts in the VA process, discuss why you should consider a VA buyer for your home!

Wondering where to invest your money? Investment properties can be a great avenue! A cash flowing property can be a great choice for many people. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, who both not only have extensive experience representing real estate investors and are both currently starting their own investment journey, discuss the benefits!

Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle recap February's real estate market here in Metro Detroit. As spring arrives, we should expect raised levels of inventory and a relief to buyer competition for quality listings. This will also force sellers to make their home stand out to garner more attention.

Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle respond to Housingwire's 2/18 article which states "It costs more to own a home than to rent one in every U.S. state". We believe this article has some serious deficiencies in the scope of their explanation. On the biggest financial decision of your life, talk to an expert!!

Thinking of purchasing a historic home? Historic home can have tons of charm and unique character that you may not find in a newer home, but there are some pitfalls of buying an older home. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss some of the things to look for in an older home. Disclaimer: This podcast is the opinion of the agents involved, not of the brokerage (Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel), drawn from personal experience, and neither Peter or Chris are home inspectors or contractors,.

Senior Loan Officer Jennifer Layman joins Peter and Chris to discuss the MSHDA (Michigan State Housing Development Authority) Loan programs and how you can receive up to $15,000 toward your down payment and closing costs! For more information about buying a home contact Peter Toering 586-747-4326 or Chris Vanbelle 586-524-1822. For more information on the MSHDA program or any of your mortgage needs contact Jennifer Layman at 517-719-4996 or visit her website:https://crosscountrymortgage.com/East-Lansing-MI-2309/Jennifer-Layman/

Are you considering an open house while selling your home? There are quite a few things to think about beforehand. Realtor Tyler Ensign joins Peter and Chris to discuss.

Are more millenials more likely to pull out their tool belt instead of calling a contractor? Are you planning a home project, and are you more likely to DIY? Realtor Peter Toering discusses.

Is the world ending in 2019? Will the real estate market come crashing down around our ears? Realtors Chris Vanbelle and Peter Toering discuss why they think we are not in for a Real Estate Apocalypse and give you statistical data to back up their points.

It's never too early to start looking toward retirement, and one thing you should be thinking about is whether home ownership or renting will help you more in the long run. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss median net worth in retirement, and the myth that home ownership is not an investment. Have questions? Feel free to reach out by call or text to Peter 586-747-4326 or Chris 586-524-1822.

Happy New Year everyone! In this Episode Peter and Chris recap the 2018 Metro Detroit Real Estate market, look forward into what the new year holds, and talk about what steps you should take if you're looking to purchase a house in 2019.

If you're thinking about moving and have notice our market cooling off, should you wait to buy or sell? Not so fast my friend! Rising interest rates and home prices remaining high can still mean that buying or selling now could be your best option. For a free no hassle buyer consultation text 586-747-4326.

Selling your home is probably the last thing you may be thinking about during the holiday season, but here are 5 reasons you may want to consider it! Call or text 586-747-4326 to find out more from Peter about selling your home or purchasing a new one!

Realtor Peter Toering discusses the October market stats for Macomb County Michigan Real Estate. The market is coming back into balance, but homes are still going quickly if they are priced correctly! Call or text 586-747-4326 for more information or for a market analysis of your home.

Thinking of buying a new construction home? Here are some things to think about when comparing new construction to existing homes!

Ever wondered why you need title insurance, or even what title insurance is? Realtor Peter Toering takes a quick look!

Will Student Loan Debt cause the next housing bubble? Here are Reator Peter Toering's thoughts on the subject!

The weather is cooling off some, and so is the real estate market in some ways. Metro Detroit's markets remain strong in many areas and price points, and is balancing in others. Realtor Peter Toering from Coldwell Banker discusses.

Worried about prices rising and interest rates going up? How will it affect your home purchase or sale? Will your buying power go down, and how can you combat this issue? Should you buy or sell now while interest rates are still low? Realtor Peter Toering looks into some of these questions in today's episode. Have questions? Text 586-747-4326 for answers!

Buying a home costs at least 51% more per month??? Realtor Peter Toering was stunned by an article breaking down monthly purchase vs. rental costs, and responds. There are certainly times when renting makes more sense, but you need to be informed about all the data. Need to move? A quick text to 586-747-4326 could help you decide if renting or buying is right for you.

Happy Independence Day Everyone! Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss some of their favorite July 4th foods, traditions and more!

How did the June Real Estate Market do in your area? Are things still looking as hot as they did a couple months ago, or are you noticing those for sale signs staying in the yard just a little longer? If you have been waiting out the inventory crisis, now may be a great time to jump back in! Realtor Peter Toering from Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel breaks down the numbers and what YOU need to know about the local real estate market. Have questions? Call or shoot a quick text to 586-747-4326 and we'd love to answer!

Thinking about a new construction home? Picking out all your finishes in a brand new place can be exciting, but there are some things to watch out for! Coldwell Banker Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle give you the breakdown of the pros and cons of new construction housing.

What's the solution to the inventory shortage we have here in Macomb County and in Metro Detroit? Could a push for new construction alleviate the pressure on existing home sales? Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss!

Watching an episode of your favorite real estate show and wondering how the show stacks up to the facts? In this episode, Realtors Peter Toering, Chris Vanbelle, and Kelly Mitcheltree break down house hunting and flips on tv, and other misconceptions you might have. Be ready to have the curtain pulled back and see how things really work behind the scenes!

We are in a crazy hot market right now, but not all homes are selling quickly! Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle share some secrets to make sure you price your home competitively for the market, and how to fix your listing if you're sitting on the market! Don't let this market pass you by! For more information, or with any real estate questions please call or text Peter 586-747-4326 or Chris 5586-524-1822