Christina Shotwell Real Estate One Dearborn

05/15/2019

Bumping Up Curb Appeal on a Budget | vibrantliving

Great tips!

When it comes to selling your home, first impressions matter. The outside of your home should draw prospective buyers in and make them want to see more. If you

04/22/2019

Hello Everyone,
Happy Spring!
Just a reminder that Spring is the best time of the year to list your home. So if you are thinking of selling give me a call to talk about your options. Also if you are looking to buy it's a great way to work off the winter blahs.

01/25/2019

Christina Shotwell Real Estate One Dearborn

SOLD!!!!!

New listing!!!!!
426 Riverbank Wyandotte
$114,900
Open concept ranch on a double lot. New flooring throughout. Newer roof and windows. Very clean. A must see!

01/25/2019

Christina Shotwell Real Estate One Dearborn

OPEN HOUSE TODAY!!!! 1621 EMMONS BLVD LINCOLN PARK.

01/18/2019

3 No-Cost Ways to Stage a Property

3 No-Cost Ways to Stage a Property

Even without extra funds to spend, you'll find these helpful tips worth using to spruce up a listing for free.

12/25/2018

Merry Christmas Everyone!
And have a very Blessed New Year!

12/01/2018

OPEN HOUSE TODAY!!!! 1621 EMMONS BLVD LINCOLN PARK.

11/28/2018

SOLD!!!!!

New listing!!!!!
426 Riverbank Wyandotte
$114,900
Open concept ranch on a double lot. New flooring throughout. Newer roof and windows. Very clean. A must see!

10/27/2018

SOLD!!!!!

Just Listed...
1621 Emmons Lincoln Park
3Bedroom 2Bath
$110,000

10/13/2018

Hello All! I know you will hear that this is a slower time of the year but the market is still moving rapidly. If you or someone you know have any questions please give me a call.

07/04/2018

Wishing Everyone A Safe And Happy 4th.

02/04/2018

4 Tips to Help Your Home Sell This Spring | vibrantliving

4 Tips to Help Your Home Sell This Spring | vibrantliving

The spring homebuying season is fast approaching. With more sellers on the market, it will mean more competition to sell your home quickly and for the right pri...

02/04/2018

4 Tips to Help Your Home Sell This Spring | vibrantliving

4 Tips to Help Your Home Sell This Spring | vibrantliving

The spring homebuying season is fast approaching. With more sellers on the market, it will mean more competition to sell your home quickly and for the right pri...

02/03/2018

1780 11TH SOLD!!!

01/22/2018

Good Morning Everyone, Happy Monday!
Please let me know if you are considering buying or selling, I am always happy to help. Have a question I will help you get an answer.

12/18/2017

Happy Holidays Everyone! Please remember to enjoy the holidays safely. My best wishes to you and yours!

11/21/2017

Happy Holidays Everyone! Please remember to enjoy the holidays safely. My best wishes to you and yours!

10/15/2017

1780 11th Wyandotte . 3 Bedroom 1.1 bath. Close to everything. $115,000 Great for first time buyer.

10/07/2017

Why Fall Is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Home | vibrantliving

Why Fall Is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Home | vibrantliving

Fall is arguably the best time of year for many reasons. The weather becomes cooler, the leaves begin to change, football season begins, and pumpkin-flavored ev...

09/26/2017

Christina Shotwell Real Estate One Dearborn

Lightning makes all the difference. Dark rooms make a house look smaller and less cheerful. If selling remove heavy curtains and dark blinds to give a more open refreshed feeling. Replace light bulbs with LED instead of soft white.

Check out what lighting can do for your rooms!

08/05/2017

Beautiful Allen Park Bungalow. Three bedroom with oversized 2.5 car garage. Price Update $139,900.

07/10/2017

Inventory remains low, if you are thinking of selling and would like a free market analysis please feel free to contact me.

05/25/2017

$160,000 SOLD!!!!!!

04/03/2017

Inventory is incredibly low. If you or anyone you know is thinking about selling please let me know if I can be of any help.

03/02/2017

Outdoor Furniture

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03/01/2017

Life brings about many changes, expanding families, retirement,empty nest, the passing of a loved one. No matter what the circumstance my goal is to help make the transition as smooth as possible. If any of you or anyone you know is thinking about selling please let me know if I can be of any help.

02/27/2017

Timeline Photos

02/17/2017

Happy Friday, Everyone!

02/10/2017

#TGIF!

02/08/2017

Are you Buying a home?! Check out these helpful tips!

01/06/2017

Back on the Market! New listing price only $164,900. City Certs are done and C of O is on file. A rare find in Wyandotte, Broad Front Ranch on a Double Lot.

01/06/2017

10 Anti-Burglary Tips for Sellers

After Christmas, many people put the empty boxes their expensive gifts came in out on the curb. What do you think that says to potential burglars? It screams, “I just got a brand-new TV! Come and rob me!”

National Snapshot of Burglaries
A burglary is committed every 20 seconds, with nearly 1.6 million such crimes nationwide annually, according to the FBI’s 2015 Crime in the United States report. That’s down 7.8 percent from 2014. Total property crime, which includes arson, larceny theft, and motor vehicle theft, reached nearly 8 million instances in 2015, down 2.6 percent from 2014.

Maintain your property. Especially in the wintertime, many people stay indoors and neglect issues such as peeling trim or an overgrown yard. But if the home looks unkempt, thieves may think it’s abandoned and, therefore, an easy target. Shoveling your walkways to clear them of snow and debris and removing holiday decorations and fallen tree branches in a timely manner will signal that the home is occupied.

Know your neighbors. Many people don’t really know their neighbors; it’s more than just saying hi and being friendly. Invite them over to see your home before it goes on the market, and introduce them to the people they may see regularly stopping by during this time (especially your agent). Then they’ll know who is and isn’t supposed to be at your home and can better assess when there may be a threat while you’re gone.

Assess your home’s vulnerability. Walk to the curb and face your house. Ask yourself, “How would I get in if I were locked out?” The first thing you think of, whether it’s the window with a broken lock or the door that won’t shut all the way, is exactly how a thief will get in. Think like a burglar, and then address the issues that come to mind.

Respect the power of lighting. Criminals are cowards, and they don’t want to be seen. The house that is well-lit at night provides a deterrent because thieves don’t want the attention and the potential to be caught by witnesses. It’s wise to invest in tools that make nighttime light automation easy. That includes dusk-to-dawn adapters that go into existing light fixtures and motion detectors. But beware of leaving your exterior lights on at all times, which signifies the occupant is gone for an extended period of time.

Use technology to make your home look occupied. In addition to lighting, smart-home technology has made it easier to make it appear like people are home, even when they’re not. Systems that remotely control lighting, music, and appliances such as a thermostat can help you achieve this. Though not considered smart-home tech, simple lamp timing devices available at hardware stores are also good for this purpose.

Yes, it has to be said: Lock your doors. It’s amazing how many people think they live in a safe-enough neighborhood not to have to lock their doors when they leave. Some facts sellers should know: In 30 percent of burglaries, the criminals access the home through an unlocked door or window; 34 percent of burglars use the front door to get inside; and 22 percent use the back door, according to the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Reinforce your locks. A good door lock is nothing without a solid frame. Invest in a solid door jam and strike plate first, and then invest in good locks. Know the difference between a single-cylinder and a double-cylinder deadbolt. Double-cylinder deadbolts are recommended because they require a key to get in and out. For safety and emergency escape purposes, you must leave the key in when you are home. But double-cylinder locks are against regulations in some places, so check with your local police department’s crime prevention office.

Blare the sirens. Burglars are usually in and out in less than five minutes, and they know police can’t respond to an alarm that quickly. Their bigger concern is witnesses to their crime. For that reason, an external siren is invaluable, whether as part of a monitored security system or a DIY alarm. Even if you don’t have an alarm, it’s not a bad idea to invest in fake security signs and post them near doors.

Consider surveillance cameras. The Los Angeles Police Department started a program encouraging homeowners to install a device called Ring, a doorbell with video surveillance capability that allows homeowners to view what’s outside their door on their smartphone, in a neighborhood that was a target for burglaries. After Ring was installed in hundreds of homes, the burglary rate dropped by 55 percent, according to reports. Most state and local regulations require posting a warning that people are being recorded. (But again, this can be effective even if you don’t actually have the cameras installed!)

Mark your valuables and record details. Use invisible-ink pens or engravers to mark identifying information (driver’s license or state ID numbers) on items. Log serial numbers and take photos of your belongings.

Check to see if your police department participates in the Operation Identification program. They will have stickers for you to place on doors or windows warning would-be thieves that your items are marked. These steps may prevent them from pawning or selling stolen items and can help you reclaim recovered belongings.

11/18/2016

FYI, I was recently asked what area I can have access to and I wanted to make sure everyone understood that I am liscensed for the entire state and not just one area. I have lived in the downriver area all of my life but have and will travel all over the state.

And please if you have any questions about anything please feel free to call or message me. I will respond as quickly as I can and there will never be any pressure.

At REO we have full access to your real estate, financial and insurance needs all in one place to make your experience is as smooth as possible.

11/14/2016

Back on the Market! New listing price only $164,900. City Certs are done and C of O is on file. A rare find in Wyandotte, Broad Front Ranch on a Double Lot.

10/23/2016

OPEN HOUSE 1034 ORANGE WYANDOTTE MI, 48192. NOON TO 4. SNACK PROVIDED. COME OUT AND TAKE A LOOK!

08/11/2016

Home Staging Ideas for the Kitchen to Make Buyers Bite

Great ideas! #RealEstate #HomeStaging

Home staging in the kitchen is critical for a sale. Here's what you need to know.

08/09/2016

Keeping Current Matters

Keeping Current Matters

Houses are definitely selling. If your house has been on the market for any length of time and has not yet sold, perhaps it is time to sit with your agent and see if it is priced appropriately to compete in today’s market.

#RealEstate #SellNow

08/03/2016

July 2016 Southeast Michigan Market Report - YouTube

Check out the Market Report for last month!

08/03/2016

JUST LISTED 1034 ORANGE ST. WYANDOTTE.
THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE!!!!

08/01/2016

Happy Monday everyone!

Happy #Monday, Make it count!

07/28/2016

#CallMe!

07/26/2016

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Check out what lighting can do for your rooms!

07/23/2016

Here are some STATS from June, the market is doing well. Call me for more info.

MLS sales for the month up 3.2% from June 2015 to June 2016 (Y-O-Y) from 7,274 to 7,505.
The median sale price for All MLS sales was up 6.3% Y-O-Y, from $160,000 to $170,000.
Average Days On-Market (DOM) for All MLS sales was down by 1 day Y-O-Y, from 43 to 42.
On market inventory decreased by 19.1% Y-O-Y, from 24,296 to 19,649.

93% of the on market inventory is designated as non-foreclosures and 7% is designated as foreclosures. Last year, 89.4% of the on market inventory was designated as non-foreclosures and 10.6% was designated as foreclosures.

June Retrospectives – Based on All MLS Market Activity This month, June sales reached 7,505 which is a 10-year high. Over the last 10 years, June sales reached a low at 4,723 in 2007.

This is the third year since 2013 that the number of units sold in June has increased over the previous year.

This month, the June Median Sale Price reached a 10-year high at $170,000. Over the last 10 years, the June Median Sale Price reached a low in 2009 at $56,000.
This month, the June DOM decreased by 1 day to 42, which is a 10-year low. Over the last 10 years, the June DOM reached a high in 2008 at 121 days.

07/18/2016

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07/16/2016

31 Things to Do in July: Events all over Michigan

Is it half over, or has it only half begun? Make sure you take a look at this list for all of the fun things to do this month!

John Gonzalez of MLive is always searching for things to do in Michigan. Here are 31 events -- mainly festivals -- taking place in July 2016. More information at MLive.com/events.