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Plain-language guides from J.R. on Michigan property taxes, selling costs and buying a home in Washtenaw County.
GuideWhy your Michigan property taxes go up after you buy.In Michigan, a home's taxable value resets the year after it sells, so the buyer's tax bill can be much higher than the seller's. Here's how uncapping works and how to plan for it.Read the guide GuideHow to file Michigan's homestead exemption.Michigan's Principal Residence Exemption, often called the homestead exemption, can lower your property taxes on the home you live in. Here's who qualifies, which form to file, and the deadlines.Read the guide GuideHow much does it cost to sell a house in Ann Arbor?The real costs of selling a home in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County: real estate commission, Michigan transfer taxes, title insurance and more, with a $500,000 example.Read the guide GuideBuying a home in Washtenaw County, step by step.A clear, step-by-step guide to buying a home in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, from pre-approval to closing and filing your homestead exemption.Read the guide
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