Lake Saint Clair water levels have set a record high, and are making residents nervous all along the waterfront. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle discuss the repercussions of such water levels, as well as how to prepare your home, and what to do if your home does flood. Have a question? Text in to 586-747-4326 and we'll answer!

Are you thinking of purchasing a home in the next year? Here are some great ways to have a smoother real estate transaction!

Wondering whether you should be using a credit card while saving for a down payment? There are pros and cons to both using a credit card and also to using cash/debit. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle weigh in, and for once, we don't have all the answers! Where do you line up on this issue, credit or cash? Comment or text 586-747-4326

What do you need to know about Open Houses? Whether you're a buyer or a seller, you still need to know the pros and cons of having (or going to) an open house. Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle from Coldwell Banker discuss. Have a question? Text 586-747-4326

Wondering where to head out to eat this week? Peter and Chris discuss their favorite Macomb restaurants in a variety of categories.

Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle break down May's numbers for Macomb County's real estate market. Things are starting to heat up, and inventory is increasing. Lower price points are still very competitive, with the higher price point ($350k and up) becoming a little more balanced. Homes in all price points are selling quickly if they're priced competitively and show well.

Have you ever looked at a house online and then seen a very different home in person? This can be very frustrating! Here is Realtor Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle's take on this, and how you may be able to avoid this!

Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors had a guest speaker this morning, National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, who broke down the economic condition of the state of Michigan, as well as how that relates to the housing market. Realtors Chris Vanbelle and Peter Toering break down the main points. Have questions? Comment on the podcast and we'll do our best to answer!

Here are 5 Things You Need To Know About Closing Costs! Closing costs are a big mystery to the general public, but they don't have to be! Realtors Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle bring you great real estate information every week on the HOMES Real Estate Podcast! Have a question? Text 586-747-4326 and we will anwswer it!

Episode #80 5 Things You Need To Know Before Offering on a Home by Peter Toering and Chris Vanbelle, Realtors