Quick answer: Renovation cost and home renovation value are not the same thing. While you might invest thousands in remodeling, buyers ultimately determine a renovation’s worth based on what appeals to them. Many upgrades improve your home’s appeal or help it sell faster, but they don’t necessarily increase resale value. To ensure your renovation dollars […]
The Realtor Secret: Buying and Selling on Your Timeline Most people think you only need a Realtor when you want to pack your boxes tomorrow. You might assume that reaching out to a professional too early will just lead to unwanted pressure. But the truth is, the home-buying or selling process starts long before you […]
Key Takeaways: There are plenty of strategies to successfully buy in today’s market. Lean in on the expertise of your local real estate—we’ve seen it all! Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals, so contact us today. Whether you’re shopping for your first home or relocating to a new area, purchasing a […]
Key takeaways: For years, Zillow has been one of the most popular real estate sites for buyers, sellers, and daydreamers—but it might not be the most reliable option for serious house hunters. If you want to shop the hottest deals and see homes before they hit the market, it’s better to work with a local […]
Welcome Stephen Hollowell! Stephen grew up in the Ann Arbor Area, attending Burns Park, Lincoln, St. Francis, and Greenhills schools. He graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 2005 with a BA in Journalism, and went on to pursue careers in hospitality, writing, and sales. New to real estate, Stephen is excited to work with the […]
Welcome Trevor McIlwaine! Trevor McIlwaine was born and raised in Ann Arbor, attending Wines Elementary, Forsythe Middle, and Pioneer High Schools. He studied hospitality management at Mercyhurst University in Pennsylvania and proceeded to work in luxury hotels and restaurants throughout Michigan and Chicago. Passionate about customer service, real estate was a natural fit. With encouragement […]
The Bouma Group is proud to have Brandee Wiseman on their team of real estate professionals as an exclusive listing specialist. As a successful business owner, Brandee has a passion for helping others by putting clients first, providing outstanding service, and always seeking win-win agreements. After moving to Ann Arbor 7 years ago with her […]
Martin Bouma and The Bouma Group welcome Vicki Larmee to their team of Real Estate Professionals. Vicki is a Michigan native growing up in the Jackson area and moving to Ann Arbor for school and work in 1990. She spent the last 6 years in South Carolina working as a closing agent and is very excited to come home. […]
The Bouma Group Receives National Recognition ‘The Thousand’, a publication by the Wall Street Journal and REAL Trends, Inc., has just named the top 1000 Realtors in the United States. The Bouma Group Realtors of Ann Arbor, MI placed #106 in the nation for Top Teams by Transaction Sides and #208 for Top Teams by […]
