What is a reverse mortgage? Is it a good option for you?
If you’re close to paying off your mortgage, you have a gr…
Author: Rick Matley
The vision of THE DIFFERENCE started in April 2004. Rick set out on a long journey from an aspiring Engineer in Traverse City and became a Real Estate Broker.
Interesting story, the trip included multiple stops along the way in the manufacturing sector. The manufacturing engineering works began to sharing in late 90’s early 2000’s and would ultimately BUST!
5 Things you shouldn’t bother fixing when selling your home
It’s important to get your home in good condition before y…
What does it mean to rent-to-own?
Rent-to-own is a popular transaction agreement for large sal…
If you can’t secure a traditional mortgage, is it a good idea to use a private lender?
If you feel ready and excited to buy a home, being denied fo…
How to confirm whether a neighborhood is really “up and coming” or not
When buying a home, the location is just as important as the…
Will an open house actually help you sell your home faster?
Some real estate agents are firm believers in the power of a…
10 reasons why your home isn’t selling
Selling your home is a major decision, but once you put it o…
5 pre-inspection red flags that should get you running away to the hills
Even a house that looks perfect can have serious structural …
“Is this home worth purchasing and repairing?” Here’s how you can calculate its after repair value (ARV)
Flipping houses can be a great way to earn income. If you’…
5 signs that show you’re about to pay too much for a home
Buying a house is an emotional decision. Even if you do all …