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readers of the Jewish News.
Expert Realtor, Mitch Wolf, will be
answering your real estate questions using
his over 30 years of experience with first time
buyers to empty nesters and everyone in
between.
As the broker and owner of Cranbrook Real
Living and as a market leader in Southeast
Oakland County, Mitch is proud to say he has
been with this premier firm since it's inception.
The real estate market is continuously
changing and it is of utmost importance to
have a real estate expert to guide you through
the process. As designated Realtors, the agents
of our company are held to the highest of
standards set by the Metropolitan Consolidated
Association of Realtors, the Michigan
Association of Realtors as well as the National
Association of Realtors. Our role as your
advisor and negotiator is one we take on with
dedication and commitment.

ON OVER HALF AN ACRE
Prestigious Long Lake Shores
subdivision. Walls of windows
overlooking the wooded rear property
& expansive decking. Cathedral
ceilings and hardwood floors. Granite
kitchen with abundant storage. 500
sq ft master retreat with sitting area,
huge walk-in closet and sky-lit bath
with jetted tub & separate shower.
Large family room with doorwall,
plus den with gorgeous built-ins,
living room with fireplace & dining
room with picture window. Updated
mechanicals. Amazing laundry/mud
rm. Bloomfield Hills schools.
$439,900

FABULOUS FOXCROFT RANCH

WITH WING LAKE PRIVILEGES
Beautiful kitchen with granite
countertops opens to family room
with cathedral ceilings and wood
floors, wood stove with stone
surround and gorgeous windows.
Library with natural fireplace. Brick
paver patio, private lot, newer roof,
hot water heater, dishwasher and
furnace and siding plus...CHARM,
LOCATION and more CHARM!
A must see!
$398,900

My neighbors tell me my house is lovely, but my agent sug-
gests I "stage" the house. Do I really need to do this?

CUSTOM FRENCH
MANOR RESIDENCE
Almost 1 acre estate setting in the
City of Bloomfield Hills. Entry level
master with arched ceiling, his &
hers closets, exercise room, private
library and heated inlaid marble
bath. Chef's kitchen with soapstone
counters, dual Sub Zeros and
expansive glassed breakfast area.
2 staircases, limestone slab foyer
with expanded gallery for art
with museum lighting and wet
bar. Family room with built-
ins, Pewabic fireplace adjacent to
kitchen. Bluestone patio. Possible
6 bedrooms.
$2,749,900

Submitted by !ma from West Bloomfield

Getting an honest evaluation of the house may be uncomfortable,
but it is a necessary part of the process. An experienced agent will
have knowledge of what buyers are seeking in pre-owned homes in
your area and is a great source for input. Furthermore, an honest
evaluation from an agent will let you know whether that person is
truly interested in selling your house, instead of just sweet-talking you
into signing a listing contract. Knowing your home's disadvantages
will give you an opportunity to fix them and a more realistic
expectation of the home's market value. When the goal is to secure
the highest and best offer in a timely fashion, knowledge is power
and a good agent is there to deliver.

When I find the home I want, how much should I offer?

Submitted by Jim from Bloomfield Hills

TOTAL SERENITY
Price reduced to sell! One of the most
beautiful lots in Oakland County,
1.45 acres of wooded property with
sweeping vistas. Fully renovated in
1990 with premium finishes, floor
to ceiling windows thru-out. Vaulted
foyer with slate floor, spacious great
room with custom fireplace, large
master retreat with spa-like bath &
room-sized walk in closet. Gourmet
granite kitchen w/ Gaggenau, Bosch,
Subzero. Walk out lower level features
private suite & large family room.
$949,900

Again, your real estate agent can help you here, but there are several
things you should consider before making the jump. First is, whether
the asking price is in line with prices of similar homes in the area.
Secondly, is the home in good condition or will you have to spend a
substantial amount of money making it the way you want it? Has
the home been on the market for a while and has the seller reduced
the asking price already? In general, the closer you are to the asking
price, the more likely your offer will be accepted. In some cases,
you may even want to offer more than the asking price, if you know
you are competing with others for the house. Should your offer
be accepted, you'll want to get a home inspection. If there are any
deficiencies noted that you hadn't already considered, your agent can
help you re-negotiate your offer.

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If you have a real estate question t)
contact Mitch at
mwolf@cranrealtors.com or 248
-8700

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Cranbrook,

REALTORS

Office: 248.626.8700 I Cell: 248.229.0036
mwolf@cranrealtors.com