Active listings across Metro Detroit
Call Jim Shaffer & Associates · (248) 834-3030
Call Jim Shaffer & Associates · (248) 834-3030
How it works
Get pre-approved
Tour homes
Make an offer
Inspect and appraise
Close and get the keys
Common buyer questions
How competitive is the Metro Detroit market right now?
Inventory is tight across all three counties, and well-priced homes in Oakland and Wayne often see multiple offers within days. Your agent watches new listings daily and positions your offer to compete. Pre-approval and fast inspections matter most.
Do I need pre-approval before I start searching?
It is strongly recommended. Pre-approval tells you your real budget and signals to sellers that your offer is serious. We connect you with a trusted lender or work with your own.
How do buyer agent fees work in Michigan?
Following the 2024 NAR changes, buyer agent compensation is agreed up front in a written agreement. Your agent walks you through exactly how it works before you tour a single home.
How long does buying take, from search to close?
Once you are under contract, closing typically runs 30 to 45 days. The search phase varies: some buyers find their home in a week, others take months. Pre-approval up front keeps the back half on schedule.
What areas does Jim Shaffer and Associates cover?
All three Metro Detroit counties: Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb, with 51 agents who live and work in the communities they serve, from Royal Oak and Birmingham to Grosse Pointe, Livonia, and Sterling Heights.
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