<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Home Girls Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Home Team]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:59:21 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming. It’s a big step, and with that comes plenty of...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/buying-your-first-home-it-s-okay-to-feel-nervous</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67d444961f121ee70e6b6747</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:07:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d8a48a_aab99d9fb3ad493ba4e52751cc5ab888~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Eppard</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen? According to the latest...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/how-to-buy-a-home-without-waiting-for-lower-rates</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67cb4f7f31187f6ec3bd469d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:01:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d8a48a_3f23faa4312a42f28969d1bec19f0e41~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Eppard</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Home Updates That Pay Off When You Sell]]></title><description><![CDATA[With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/home-updates-that-pay-off-when-you-sell</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67c2222eaa65c61732af0e78</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:55:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d8a48a_32084ed368b34aada3999b73edbac0f3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Eppard</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are You Asking Yourself These Questions About Selling Your House?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some homeowners hesitate to sell because they’ve got unanswered questions that hold them back. But a lot of times their concerns are...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/are-you-asking-yourself-these-questions-about-selling-your-house</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67b8c49b2a47fe1fe6f45488</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:27:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d8a48a_94b10d93815546f79aeaaac886bbd291~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Courtney Eppard</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s really worth the...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/selling-smart-why-a-real-estate-agent-makes-all-the-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">667d868e5df09e345545d74f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:41:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_876f31e577ff41cfafaf748250e836ff~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability Challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now because mortgage rates are higher than...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/people-are-still-moving-even-with-today-s-affordability-challenges</link><guid isPermaLink="false">655797b6ef2f357371f0f798</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 16:56:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_2bb0d61c7d334d68845017c821bdd2c3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Believe Everything You Read About Home Prices]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the latest data from Fannie Mae, 23% of Americans still think home prices will go down over the next twelve months. But why...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/don-t-believe-everything-you-read-about-home-prices</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6543af485d162867a7ffd008</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:07:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_ff3e190d77104e4c8fbc89dcfda21a2d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/mortgage-rates-past-present-and-possible-future</link><guid isPermaLink="false">653a67294f453e6fc4c6318f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:30:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_cd4dbc9418924325b40a6dbd25887cac~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the Benefits of Owning Your First Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you considering buying your first home? If so, it can be helpful to know what led other people to make that decision. According to a...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/understanding-the-benefits-of-owning-your-first-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">651ed796e700a64f028dda5b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:38:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_8b05fb45f45d467aa67767d1e3cd0950~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explaining Today’s Low Housing Supply [INFOGRAPHIC]]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Highlights Wondering why the supply of homes for sale is limited today? There are a few factors at play. Lack of building over time,...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/explaining-today-s-low-housing-supply-infographic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6516f22770219cbf52bfe57f</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:54:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_47d5966d3ba843dc9fc3008d58229a82~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Many Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying and owning your own home can have a big impact on your life. While there are financial reasons to become a homeowner, it's...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/the-many-non-financial-benefits-of-homeownership</link><guid isPermaLink="false">650c4e54de8569a24033a772</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:15:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_fb0633ab30a54f8d90cbb9682fcb9540~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC] Some HighlightsToday’s housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Highlights Today’s housing inventory is still well below more normal years. This low inventory is why homes that are priced right...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/low-housing-inventory-is-a-sweet-spot-for-sellers-infographic-some-highlightstoday-s-housing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64b197e16309aa3c88ff1af3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 18:55:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_47d6952079874ce9ae2d457062727606~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Home Selling Checklist [INFOGRAPHIC]]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, you want it to look its best inside and out so it catches the attention of buyers. A...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/fall-home-selling-checklist-infographic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">633d9d355d82829bd2179e17</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 15:09:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_04f5e40dfc2046cc83c4de9332857e46~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/why-you-need-an-expert-to-determine-the-right-price-for-your-house</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62a0af2658ffb9504ac63a7d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:25:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_10b7c647efcd41018c9f76fdb2661762~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, the answer to this...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/will-home-prices-fall-this-year-here-s-what-experts-say</link><guid isPermaLink="false">627a75d74a0fd8e8ba18b07f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 15:53:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_d23b82cd7f5d47be875e1c8f47a7d3b7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is It Time To Buy a Smaller Home?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/is-it-time-to-buy-a-smaller-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">625d7300e6af8e43895b8040</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:29:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_c2331a33df2f4d4b993bda117e592192~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to buying a home, it can feel a bit intimidating to know how much you need to save and where to find that information. But...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/what-you-need-to-budget-for-when-buying-a-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">624dc61436c4db7c9ea37e2b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:20:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_f13f75c1c6424e098f184d43600c7744~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Average Homeowner Gained More Than $55K in Equity over the Past Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Average Homeowner Gained More Than $55K in Equity over the Past Year If you’re a current homeowner, you should know your net worth...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/the-average-homeowner-gained-more-than-55k-in-equity-over-the-past-year</link><guid isPermaLink="false">623915d4e2f54e7847496818</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:36:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_823da6611500455d94c9a2b68ecfbd12~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why It’s Critical To Price Your House Right]]></title><description><![CDATA[When you make a move, you want to sell your house for the highest price possible. That might be why many homeowners are eager to list in...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/why-it-s-critical-to-price-your-house-right</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62276dcf96925ecac8b3e17c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 15:52:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_578601af1d1f47fca7b13c823e2d3e03~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_750,h_410,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some Highlights Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big. Build a team of trusted professionals and...]]></description><link>https://www.thehometeammichigan.com/post/how-to-win-as-a-buyer-in-a-sellers-market-infographic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">620934e921faba8195cb5970</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2022 16:53:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9aced_fd54a25783e146dabd9cdae8c5dcd9e4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Stevenson</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>