I REAL ESTATE I FOR SALE W. BLOOMFIELD MAPLE - FARMINGTON ROAD AREA Exceptional 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath colonial. Liv- ing room/dining room with fireplace, family room with fireplace, Master bedroom with fire- place & skylights, master bath with jacuzzi, cathedral ceiling & skylight, kitchen/foyer white ceramic tile, 2 car att. garage, cen. air. Profes- sionally landscaped & decorated, large yard with deck, French doors thruout, all new windows & storm doors. Much more. This one won't last long at $179,900. 661-4797 Steve leibhan, CRB, G.R.I. The Michigan Group Realtors Real Estate Talk . Newly constructed deluxe 3 bedroom, 31/2 bath ranch with library, dream kitchen & ultimate master suite w/cathedral ceiling, jacuzzi & walk-in closet. Great Room has cathedral ceiling. Bloomfield Hills schools. $359,000. (60617) 626-8700 OPEN SUNDAY 2.5 4294 Foxpointe, S of Lone Pine, W of Orchard Lk OWNER TRANSFERRED OUT OF STATE Best buy in complex. Large bedrooms, finished base- ment, neutral decor, overlooks woods. Move in condi- tion. 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths. Tennis, pool & clubhouse. $170,500 (60020) 626-8700 • v WOODCLIFF ON THE PARK Senior Vice President Q OPEN SUNDAY 2.5 3971 Pine Center, S of Long Lake, W of Middlebelt PINE LAKE PRIVILEGES A neighbor suggested we sell our house by owner and save the brokerage commission. Is this a good idea? BRL Farmington Hills A. At first glance that may appear to be a reasonable choice. However, I feel very strongly that a Realtor will net you more money than if you attempt the job yourself. There are a myriad of details that accom- pany real estate transactions and a Realtor has been trained to handle every one of them. Let me explain some things to consider: — Are you able to be at home to qualify and show prospects your house? — The security of having a Realtor accompany all prospects is reassuring. — The multiple listing service exposes your property in ways that an owner selling privately cannot take advantage of. — Don't neglect additional costs incurred when selling yourself: — additional attorney fees — real estate for sale and open signs — advertising costs in newspapers for several months. The transferee market invariably will want to see the 11 out of 12 homes listed through a broker. They don't have time to read through ads or drive every area. One overlooked factor is that sophisticated buyers often discount the offer by 6% and then begin to negotiate. Where then, is the savings to you? A house is typically your most important asset. I believe a Realtor can help you protect this in- vestment with professional services to allow you to get top dollar in the quickest time with the fewest problems. Questions for this column may be directed to: Steve Leibhan 7499 Middlebelt, W. Bloomfield 48322 851-4100 Brought to you by Teri Brown Reliance Mortgage 229-5250 Unique custom cluster less than 5 years old & profes- sionally decorated in neutrals. Fabulous 1st floor master suite w/jacuzzi. Two-story Great Room overlooks private park like woods. Custom 2 tier deck, huge loft w/built ins which could be 3rd bedroom or office. Library & security system. $354,900. (58432) 626-8700 BIRMINGHAM SCHOOLS Four bedroom, 31/2 bath colonial with possibility of 5th bedroom on main floor. Great family room w/random plank, floor, wet bar & outstanding raised hearth fireplace. Finished basement, security system and more. $369,000. (57506) 626-8700 \ BLOOMFIELD VILLAGE FARMINGTON HILLS Gracious 4 bedroom colonial - approx. 3,000 sq. ft. Large family room w/doorwall to private treed yard. Kitchen completely redone in light oak. Formal dining room plus breakfast eating area. Central air. $298,500. (59382) 855-2200 Beautifully decorated large 2 bedroom, 2 bath con- temporary condo in Beechwood Hills. Laundry & storage facilities in unit. Large customized walk-in closet in master bedroom. $85,900. (61099) 855-2200 OPEN SUNDAY 1.5:30 6666 High Ridge, S of Commerce, W of Green Lk Rd PICK YOUR COLORS Contemporary new colonial ready for your carpet & light fixture selections. Huge master bedroom suite w/2 walk-in closets. Private den, living room plus family room. Custom touches throughout. $226,900. (58202) 855-2200 TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH UNIT in Braewyck Village of 'The Heathers." Beautifully main- tained in champagne colors. Gorgeous view of 5th fair- way. Clubhouse, pool, tennis and golf available with membership. $234,500. (56137) 540-5500 ELEGANT FIVE BEDROOM COLONIAL SANDALWOOD CONDO at base of cul-de-sac in Bloomfield Hills. Large living room, dining room and paneled library. Beautiful deck- ing to view lovely yard. Sprinkler system and security system. $560,000. (58846) 540-5500 Excellent location in complex. Open and airy unit in neutral colors. Two large bedrooms each with own bath. First floor laundry. Dining area plus breakfast room. Walk- out lower level. $179,000. (48202) 540-5500 Cranbrook ASSOC. INC.. REALTORS • BLOOMFIELD HILLS OFFICE 950 N. Hunter Blvd. 540-5500 32440 Franklin Road 626.8700 • FRANKLIN OFFICE 5839 W. Maple 855.2200 • WEST BLOOMFIELD OFFICE THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS 131