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Michelle Thayer Helping families, veterans, and multigenerational households. 10+ years of experience across a wide range of real estate transactions.

Mobile Notary, offering a convenient service that supports clients, seniors, and busy families in the community Keeping it simply and taking care of people, that is what I do.

An inspection and an appraisal may both happen after an offer is accepted, but they serve two very different purposes.🔍 ...
10/07/2026

An inspection and an appraisal may both happen after an offer is accepted, but they serve two very different purposes.

🔍 THE HOME INSPECTION

The inspector evaluates the home’s visible and accessible components and helps the buyer better understand its condition, maintenance needs and potential concerns.

🏠 THE APPRAISAL

The appraiser develops an opinion of value for the lender. The appraiser considers the property, comparable sales and market information. Depending on the loan program, certain property-condition requirements may also be reviewed.

The inspector is not determining the home’s market value, and the appraiser is not performing a full home inspection.

In Tash terms: One looks closely at the nest. The other determines what the nest is worth. 🐔

Understanding the difference helps buyers know what each can—and cannot—tell them.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

When several offers arrive, it’s tempting to circle the largest number and call it a day.Tash says: Read the whole offer...
10/05/2026

When several offers arrive, it’s tempting to circle the largest number and call it a day.

Tash says: Read the whole offer—not just the price. 🐔

A seller should also consider:

• The buyer’s financing and strength of approval
• Requested seller concessions
• Inspection and appraisal terms
• Earnest money
• Closing and occupancy dates
• Contingencies
• The buyer’s ability to complete the transaction

A slightly lower offer with cleaner terms and a well-prepared buyer may ultimately provide more certainty—or even better net proceeds.

There is no single “best” offer for every seller. The best choice is the one that most closely supports that seller’s priorities, timing and acceptable level of risk.

That’s why we compare offers side by side before making a decision.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

You’re under contract, the closing date is getting closer, and that new sofa would look perfect in the living room.Tash ...
10/02/2026

You’re under contract, the closing date is getting closer, and that new sofa would look perfect in the living room.

Tash says: Put the credit card back in the coop. 🐔

Before closing, your lender may verify your credit, employment, income, debts and available funds again. A new furniture account, vehicle loan, large credit-card purchase, job change or unexplained movement of money could affect your loan approval.

Until you have closed and received the keys:

• Don’t open or close credit accounts.
• Don’t finance furniture, appliances or a vehicle.
• Don’t make large purchases on existing cards.
• Don’t move large amounts of money without documentation.
• Don’t change jobs without speaking with your lender first.

When in doubt, call your lender before making the move—not after.

The furniture will still be there after closing. Your loan needs to be there too.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

🔍 A home inspection isn’t “pass or fail.”Tash brought the magnifying glass, but nobody is handing the house a report car...
10/02/2026

🔍 A home inspection isn’t “pass or fail.”

Tash brought the magnifying glass, but nobody is handing the house a report card.

An inspection helps a buyer better understand the home’s condition. It may uncover:

• Safety concerns
• Aging mechanical systems
• Water or moisture problems
• Electrical or plumbing issues
• Repairs and maintenance to plan for

No home is perfect—not even a new one. The real questions are whether the findings are manageable, whether additional evaluation is needed and what options are available under the purchase agreement.

Depending on the contract and inspection results, a buyer may decide to proceed, request repairs or concessions, renegotiate when permitted, or exercise an available inspection contingency.

The inspection isn’t about creating panic. It’s about making an informed decision—and informed clients make better decisions.

Have questions about inspections or the home-buying process? Send me a message.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

🥚 Don’t let your listing lay an egg.It’s tempting to start high “just to see what happens.” Unfortunately, buyers are al...
09/30/2026

🥚 Don’t let your listing lay an egg.

It’s tempting to start high “just to see what happens.” Unfortunately, buyers are also watching the market—and they usually recognize an overpriced home.

Starting too high can lead to:

• Fewer showings
• More days on the market
• Price reductions
• Buyers wondering what is wrong with the property
• A final sale price that may be lower than if the home had been positioned correctly from the beginning

The goal isn’t to give your home away. The goal is to price it where qualified buyers will recognize its value and compete for it.

Every property is different. I use recent comparable sales, current competition, condition and local buyer activity to develop a pricing strategy—not a wish, a guess or a mysterious number produced by the internet.

Curious what your home could realistically sell for? Message me for a local market analysis.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

🐔 TASH SAYS: Get preapproved first!Tash loves touring houses. She also loves snacks, shiny keys and knowing the budget b...
09/28/2026

🐔 TASH SAYS: Get preapproved first!

Tash loves touring houses. She also loves snacks, shiny keys and knowing the budget before falling in love with somebody else’s kitchen.

A mortgage preapproval helps you:

🏡 Understand a realistic price range
💰 Estimate your down payment and monthly payment
📄 Identify financial issues before you make an offer
✅ Submit a stronger offer when the right home appears

Preapproval isn’t a guarantee of final loan approval, but it gives you a much clearer starting point—and can save you from shopping for homes that don’t fit comfortably into your budget.

Thinking about buying in Macomb or St. Clair County? Message me and I’ll help you understand the first steps and connect you with a trusted lender.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping You Find Your Way Home.

St. Clair County home prices just reached a new high for this period. 🏡The three-month rolling median sales price reache...
09/23/2026

St. Clair County home prices just reached a new high for this period. 🏡

The three-month rolling median sales price reached $281,000 in August 2026.

That is:

📈 6.0% higher than August 2025
📈 16.1% higher than January 2026
💰 Still $19,000 below the overall MLS median of $300,000

What does that mean?

For homeowners, it may mean you have more equity than you realize. For buyers, St. Clair County may still offer an attractive price point compared with the broader market.

But remember: countywide numbers don’t determine the value of one particular home. Your neighborhood, condition, updates, property type, and recent comparable sales all play a part.

Wondering what the market looks like in your town or neighborhood? Send me a message with your city, and I’ll put together a local snapshot.

Michelle Thayer, Associate Broker
Epique Realty
Helping you find your way home.

❓ "The inspection came back with issues — now what?"Don't panic. Almost every inspection turns up something. The key is ...
08/19/2026

❓ "The inspection came back with issues — now what?"

Don't panic. Almost every inspection turns up something. The key is knowing what's a dealbreaker vs. normal wear and tear.

✅ Ask: "What are your top 3 concerns about this home?" ✅ Ask: "What's genuine wear-and-tear vs. a real problem?" ✅ Ask: "What should I negotiate now vs. handle after I move in?"

A good inspection isn't about finding a "perfect" house — it's about going in with eyes wide open.

First time navigating this? I'll be right there with you at the inspection. 🔍

❓ "What am I actually paying for when I pay commission?"Fair question — and one every seller deserves a straight answer ...
08/18/2026

❓ "What am I actually paying for when I pay commission?"

Fair question — and one every seller deserves a straight answer to. Here's what a good listing agent is doing behind the scenes:

✅ Pricing strategy backed by real market data ✅ Professional photos, marketing, and MLS exposure to the right buyers ✅ Negotiating your offer, inspection repairs, and appraisal issues ✅ Managing the paperwork, deadlines, and closing details so nothing falls through

It's not just a sign in the yard — it's protecting your bottom line from listing day to closing table.

Have questions about what you'd actually net on a sale? Ask me anything. 💬

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Marysville, MI
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