Jake Wood - Real Estate

Jake Wood - Real Estate I help first-time homebuyers in Metro-Detroit using my Adventure to Freedom Formula.

The One Thing That Helped Me Make Friends-Most people hear that I lived in 6 different states before I turned 14 and the...
05/25/2022

The One Thing That Helped Me Make Friends
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Most people hear that I lived in 6 different states before I turned 14 and the first guess is always "Army Brat?".
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Although my parents aren't in the armed forces, I definitely had my moments of being a brat. Especially when it came time to pick up and move again.
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Starting over was never a fun experience and often led to lonely moments. New addresses, new phone numbers, and of course making new friends.
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Sometimes it was easy because we moved into a neighborhood with lots of kids. Other times we lived out in the boonies with only one other family within walking distance.
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As with anything, the more you do it, the easier it becomes. And we did do it a lot. New houses, new schools, new neighborhoods.
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Even today with new jobs, new groups of people, and even trying out new places to eat. I find that you can make new friends and make a great first impression at any opportunity.
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My wife hates it because I have never met a stranger and I'm proud of that. The world is strange enough, we don't need to help it along.
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Besides, we all have had moments of nervousness when we try something new. Not knowing what do to, what to say, or who is a safe option that won’t reject you outright.
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The funny part is most people would love for you to make the first move. Say hi, smile, or even wave. But make sure they know you are waving at them, not someone behind them. 😆😆😆
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The quickest way to have a warm welcome is to extend one to someone else. I love how easy it is to make someone smile by simply smiling at them first.
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Worst case, you keep on walking and probably never see them again. Best case, it doesn't cost you anything but can give you such an energy boost.
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Plus, you give someone the warm and fuzzy feeling of human connection. You never know who is new and could use a friendly smile.

NO RUSH! You Have Plenty Of Time To Find Your First Home-When Ryleigh called she only had a few months before she had to...
05/24/2022

NO RUSH! You Have Plenty Of Time To Find Your First Home
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When Ryleigh called she only had a few months before she had to move out of her apartment. But she came in knowing exactly what she wanted, which made the process so smooth.
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She was living in an area that lacked any sense of social life. So we made sure to find her someplace close to a downtown area.
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As a loving dog mom, she needed a great yard. But she also wanted a place that could turn into a rental in the future.
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With little time to work with, we jumped into action and knocked out showing after showing. Finally beating out a few investors for her new home.
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Here's her take on our search:
“I am a first time home buyer and Jake made the whole process so easy! I had a pretty short timeline to find a house in an area where they are flying off the market and he was incredibly resourceful and quick to get showings on the schedule when I found listings I was interested in! The home I ended up purchasing is amazing! Jake did the due diligence to check the home out himself and was very knowledgeable on the process. When the inspector came, he pretty much verified all of the potential issues Jake had spotted. On top of that, he recommended a sewer scope and thankful that he did as we found roots in the pipeline! As a first time homebuyer with very little knowledge, Jake made sure to explain everything to me so that I was comfortable and confident every step of the way. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends or family and would definitely use him the next time I’m considering purchasing a home. Thanks Jake!”

05/23/2022

3 Ways You Can Beat The Competition In This Competitive Housing Market

Sometimes it is just hard going up against offers that are all cash and little to no contingencies. But there are ways to handle this and to even avoid it entirely.

05/22/2022

Stop Being Afraid and Ask The "Dumb" Questions!

Most people are always afraid of being that one person who asks a question that may seem obvious.
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Or being that person who solidifies the unspoken assumption to make sure everyone is on the same page.
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I've learned the hard way that asking those questions builds rapport with people, and can also help you save face.
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So I'm here to encourage you to ask the "dumb" questions. Every one of them is a chance to learn.

05/21/2022

The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home that No One Talks About
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Just because you have your down payment ready to go, does NOT mean you are ready to start your home search.
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There are additional fees that no one talks about when looking for your first house.
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These could save you from jumping in too quickly, or not being ready for everything buying a home involves.

The One Decision That Changed My Life-Some of you may know this and some may not. A few years ago, some friends and I t...
05/20/2022

The One Decision That Changed My Life
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Some of you may know this and some may not. A few years ago, some friends and I took a motorcycle trip from Michigan down to the southern tip of Argentina.
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Up to this point in my life, I had always made the big life decisions based on what my parents had advised me to do. Don't get me wrong I was never a goody-two-shoes.
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But this was the first time in my life that I decided to make a choice contrary to their advice. Not out of spite, or anger, but out of a sense of independence and adventure.
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How many times in life do you find friends who are crazy enough to travel together for 9 months? Given that it started out only being 6 months, but that's another story entirely.
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Throughout that 9 months, I had moments of regret, fear, anger, and of course loneliness. But every day was a new adventure and every choice was 100% my own.
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There is a deep sense of nervousness and freedom that comes with knowing whatever comes next is all your fault. And if that isn't the most thrilling feeling in the world I don't know what is.

05/19/2022

Always Ask Why!!!
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The one time I didn't almost cost me not only a customer but also a relationship.
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I didn't take the time to figure out what we wanted to accomplish and it could have been so much worse.

05/18/2022

Is Buying a House Even The Right Choice For You?

Many people hear that buying a house is always a good idea. But that just isn't the case. So many factors go into whether or not you should be buying or renting a place for now.

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