This is just another day in the life of a Metro Detroit realtor.
Then I got a call from my Redford buyer. The underwriter has decided even though the furnace is working per furnace inspection. The wording said "furnace is running hot" so the underwriter said to replace the furnace. So I called the listing agent to try to work this out.
Then two hours later I get a second call from my Redford buyer. Besides a new furnace wanted by the underwriter. The new appraiser that went back to check on the repairs has now added two more repairs. Of course the mortgage company loan officer or "client care specialist" hasn't called me. So I have to write them an email to find out what is going on and what is exactly needed. Then I am going to have to try to get the listing agent to have the bank do the repairs.
Then at 7:00 pm I get a call from another buyer. She's all upset with the mortgage company. She's about 60 days into a loan and they still don't have a clear to close. They didn't start asking for certain items until about 40 days into the loan. Tonight when we are expecting a clear to close they are asking for a student loan deferment letter. Why didn't they ask for this 40 days ago!!! Poor underwriting and operations is my guess. We are supposed to be closing on Monday. Unfortunately it's the same mortgage company as #2 and #3. So I'm not real excited.
Unfortunately this company is big and they tend to blame everybody else. When they blame the underwriters, or people in the company they talk in the 3rd person. As if it isn't their company. They even tried to blame their client for not getting the info to them in 4 days. It was the 54th day into the loan when they asked for it.
Of course I had asked the loan officer 30 days into the loan if they needed anything but he said they were fine. Now they are piece mealing everything. They keep asking for more. Hey it's 60 days into the loan. I call but there is no answer. So I have to send off another email to see what is going on.
I hate it when the clients are upset. But I will track these people down and get the problems worked out.
I just blogged about a bad agent so I thought I should be fair and show that there are some great real estate agents in our Metro Detroit real estate market. So here is my hats off to Ralph of Century 21 Row .
Ralph is one of those REO agents that responds. I don't even know if he has an assistant. All I know is that when I email or call Ralph he responds. In a real estate agent that is a great quality. It makes the whole real estate deal go smoother.
Another thing about Ralph is that he doesn't pass the buck on getting his banks to do the repairs required by the mortgage company. Not like some agents that turn a blind eye and make us get the repairs done one way or another.
So here is a big thanks to you Ralph.
I know this guy who needs a job because he can't be making it in the real estate business. First of all we put an offer in on his listing. It took 2 1/2 weeks to get the original offer accepted and there was not one single change.
No counter offers. Nothing. That should have been a clue. Then we gave the mortgage company 45 days to get the deal done. But again when I called the listing agent to schedule the closing it came out that he forgot to schedule the city inspection. This was 40 days into the deal.
He wanted my buyer then to take responsibility for the repairs and the costs because of his failure to order the city inspection. Of course we said no. He got the city inspection done finally. Then this bright real estate agent hired a unlicensed contractor to pour a new piece of concrete. So the city stopped the job. Now he has hired a new contractor and hopefully it will get done. It is only a couple of weeks past the contract date.
So if you are looking for somebody that:
this guy is for you. Please hire him and get him out of the real estate business!!!! Save his clients money and other real estate agents grief.
Here is the latest Stonewater Subdivision market update that is located in Northville Township Michigan.
| Stonewater sold homes Northville MI |
| ADDRESS | LIST PRICE | SALE PRICE | DOM | SP PER SQFT | SQUARE FOOTAGE | YEAR BUILT |
| 48189 FOUR SEASONS BLVD | 799900 | 200000 | 249 | 43.057 | 4645 | 2009 |
| 48391 BINGHAMPTON DR | 260900 | 248000 | 17 | 66.8463 | 3710 | 2003 |
| 18417 STONERIDGE CT | 379000 | 310000 | 9 | 64.5833 | 4800 | 2007 |
| 48325 BINGHAMPTON DR | 425000 | 410000 | 38 | 118.0875 | 3472 | 2000 |
| 49200 PARKSHORE CT | 344900 | 425000 | 22 | 124.269 | 3420 | 2005 |
| 17532 WILLIAMSBURG CT | 475000 | 476000 | 6 | 120.5063 | 3950 | 2004 |
| 48641 STONERIDGE DR DR | 499000 | 65 | 3796 | 2000 | ||
| 18477 STONERIDGE CT | 499000 | 1 | 4400 | 2006 | ||
| 18845 OVERLOOK TRL | 489900 | 523000 | 6 | 124.8507 | 4189 | 2006 |
| 48687 STONERIDGE DR | 649900 | 562000 | 9 | 129.8221 | 4329 | 2004 |
| 18393 STONERIDGE CT | 650000 | 620000 | 237 | 127.4933 | 4863 | 2009 |
| 18568 CLARIMONT CIRCLE | 629900 | 12 | 4200 | 2009 | ||
| 17865 PARKSHORE DR | 604900 | 650000 | 14 | 149.0825 | 4360 | 2001 |
| 18240 CLAIRMONT CIR | 739000 | 690000 | 51 | 163.5071 | 4220 | 2000 |
| 18355 FIDDLERS COVE CT | 749900 | 742000 | 105 | 154.7445 | 4795 | 2004 |
| 48490 STONERIDGE DR | 699900 | 743999 | 46 | 169.0906 | 4400 | 2006 |
| 48820 WELLSLEY CT | 1299999 | 1166000 | 67 | 181.96 | 6408 | 2008 |
Some of the Stonewater homes that have sold for the very low prices were what I would call the non premium lots. As they say location, location, location. But if you want to get into a great sub cheap and you like the house then location may not matter. For more on Northville real estate check on out my other websites.
Search Northville foreclosures and Northville homes for sale
Comp and listing info courtesy of Realcomp LTD II. Homes sold by various member Realtors
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Here are 6 great tips to sell your Oakland County
Most agents will call and give you at least a couple of hours notice before showing your property. If you refuse to let them show it at that time, they will just skip your house. Even if they come back another time, it will probably be with different buyers and you may have just lost a chance to sell your home. Usually if a home is not available at the time convenient to the buyer it may never get shown. 2.) Try Not to be Home Whether it is a Novi home, or a South Lyon home homebuyers will feel like intruders if you are home when they visit. They might not be as receptive toward viewing your home. Leave the house, go anywhere, take a walk, go shopping, get out of the house and off the property. If you absolutely cannot leave, try to remain in an different room or outside the house. Do not volunteer any information, many times sellers show how anxious they are to sell or give the buyer information to make the buyers bargaining position stronger. 3.) Lighting When you know someone is coming by to tour your home, turn on all the indoor and outdoor lights ? even during the day. Don't be cheap. A bright cheery house sells. At night, a lit house gives a "homey" impression when viewed from the street. During the daytime, turning on the lights prevents harsh shadows from sunlight and it brightens up any dim areas. Your house looks more homey and cheerful with the lights on. 4.) Scented Sprays and deordorizers Do not use scented sprays to prepare for visitors. It is too obvious and many people find the smells of those sprays offensive, not to mention that some may be allergic. If you want to have a pleasant aroma in your house, have a potpourri pot or something natural. Or turn on a stove burner for a moment and put a drop of vanilla extract on it. It will smell like you have been cooking, or burn a chocolate chip scented candle. 5.) Pet Control If you have pets, make sure your Oakland County listing agent puts a notice with their front desk that takes the listing appointments. They need to tell the buyers agent about the pets. The last thing you want is to have your pet running out the front door and getting lost. If you know someone is coming, it would be best to try to take the pets with your while the homebuyers tour your home. If you cannot do that, It is best to keep dogs in a penned area in the back yard. There is nothing worse than a barking dog or a smelly pet to ruin a sale. Try to keep indoor cats in a specific room when you expect visitors, and put a sign on the door. 6.) Keep the House Tidy Not everyone makes their bed every day, but when selling a home it is recommended that you develop the habit. Pick up papers, do not leave empty glasses in the family room, keep everything freshly dusted and vacuumed. Try your best to have it look like a model home. I know it is tough but a organized house looks better. It doesn't have to be white glove clean. |
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