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Photo by John Tekeridis from Pexels Home automation technology has improved by leaps and bounds over the years. And you can now control almost every system in your house through an app on your smartphone, tablet or computer. But if you want to control all those systems in one place using voice commands, then you need a smart...

Photo by Ben Mack from Pexels Homeowners invest in outdoor seating areas with an understanding these spaces improve their quality of life and provide a substantial return on investment. The combination of home improvement and financial gain entices working families to build outdoor living spaces and verandas rank among the gold standard. The one drawback patios, pergolas, and...

Lake St Clair Waterfront! The property boasts a seawall w/flash rail, 2 ice breakers, water berm, cement patio at water's edge and dock w/boat hoist - fits up to a 30' boat. The home is bursting with charm and character. Feast your eyes on the original mahogany woodwork throughout the home. Check out the stone fireplace in the living room that flows to the family and dining rooms. There's no need to wonder where your guests will want to be - in the HUGE Florida room that looks directly at the lake. Think of it....parties, family gatherings, graduations and any other life event you can think of to make a memory on the lake. The upper level...

Hard to find end unit Ranch Condo, located off Grange Hall Rd just minutes from downtown Holly. Plenty of parking including a large 2 car attached garage with direct access, perfect for the upcoming winter months. Large living rm with vaulted ceilings opens to the dining rm making this perfect for entertaining. 2 good sized bedrooms one of which is the master with ensuite bath. A partially finished daylight basement houses the 3rd bedroom (you just need to install a closet or wardrobe), an office or craft space, & additional living space in the family/rec room. Savor your morning coffee on your back deck while enjoying the sunrise. Well...

Hard to find end unit Ranch Condo, located off Grange Hall Rd just minutes from downtown Holly. Plenty of parking including a large 2 car attached garage with direct access, perfect for the upcoming winter months. Large living rm with vaulted ceilings opens to the dining rm making this perfect for entertaining. 2 good sized bedrooms one of which is the master with ensuite bath. A partially finished daylight basement houses the 3rd bedroom (you just need to install a closet or wardrobe), an office or craft space, & additional living space in the family/rec room. Savor your morning coffee on your back deck while enjoying the sunrise. Well...

This stunning 3 bedrooms, 2 Bath, with 2 car garage Orion Twp home is awaiting an amazing new family just like yours! Live the lake life dream without the lakefront taxes! You have the option to join the Bunny Run Country Club which is located on Long Lake with all the amenities of lake living for a small yearly fee, which is optional. This home offers a large kitchen and living room with wood flooring on first floor. The second floor has 3 bedrooms with a full bath. But wait there is more, a finished WALKOUT lower-level w/full bath, and laundry room, wood floors with a wood burning stove. Large fenced in yard to keep children and/or...

This stunning 3 bedrooms, 2 Bath, with 2 car garage Orion Twp home is awaiting an amazing new family just like yours! Live the lake life dream without the lakefront taxes! You have the option to join the Bunny Run Country Club which is located on Long Lake with all the amenities of lake living for a small yearly fee, which is optional. This home offers a large kitchen and living room with wood flooring on first floor. The second floor has 3 bedrooms with a full bath. But wait there is more, a finished WALKOUT lower-level w/full bath, and laundry room, wood floors with a wood burning stove. Large fenced in yard to keep children and/or...

Investor special! Here’s the deal you’ve been waiting for! Almost 1150 sqft includes 3 bedrooms, plus 1 ½ bathrooms. A natural gas fireplace. Full basement offers plenty of room for a finished bonus area or more storage. All appliances are included. Home is priced to sell and will be sold AS-IS. City inspections have been completed. Buyer to assume any necessary repairs. Many cosmetic updates were completed by seller. This is a great opportunity to build instant equity! A little TLC is all this place needs to be a cozy home! Why continue to rent when you can own?! Buyer’s agent to verify all information and measurements. All showings must be...

Investor special! Here’s the deal you’ve been waiting for! Almost 1150 sqft includes 3 bedrooms, plus 1 ½ bathrooms. A natural gas fireplace. Full basement offers plenty of room for a finished bonus area or more storage. All appliances are included. Home is priced to sell and will be sold AS-IS. City inspections have been completed. Buyer to assume any necessary repairs. Many cosmetic updates were completed by seller. This is a great opportunity to build instant equity! A little TLC is all this place needs to be a cozy home! Why continue to rent when you can own?! Buyer’s agent to verify all information and measurements. All showings must be...

Loaded w/charm & character this brick & vinyl ranch home was buiit in 1954 when every house on the block did not look the same. A true mid century modern, this home features 3 bedrooms,1 currently being used as a home office. A large living & dining rm at the front of the house as well as an even larger family rm with warming gas brick fireplace at the back of the home offers room for everyone. The one & half car attached garage offers plenty of space for your car as well as your toys. A car port in front of the garage provides extra weather protected parking. Are you into outdoor entertaining or gardening? You will love the...

Loaded w/charm & character this brick & vinyl ranch home was buiit in 1954 when every house on the block did not look the same. A true mid century modern, this home features 3 bedrooms,1 currently being used as a home office. A large living & dining rm at the front of the house as well as an even larger family rm with warming gas brick fireplace at the back of the home offers room for everyone. The one & half car attached garage offers plenty of space for your car as well as your toys. A car port in front of the garage provides extra weather protected parking. Are you into outdoor entertaining or gardening? You will love the...