Posts made by author 'Scott Griffith'

Our REALTORS® know that a city's employment outlook is a major factor when you want to purchase a home in a new community. Whether you're looking for Brighton homes for sale or homes for sale in Howell, a vibrant local economy makes a big difference.

Livingston County, Michigan, has plenty to offer when it comes to responsible corporate stewardship and desirable working conditions. From finance to technology, you'll find major employers who consistently invest in the local area. That makes living here all the sweeter.

Let's visit with four of the top companies here in Livingston:

1. Citizens Insurance Co-America - 808 North Highlander Way, Howell
   Citizens Insurance Co-America is a local staple founded in 1915. Active here for more than 100 years, it was the very first Michigan company to offer auto insurance. With more than 650 employees attached to the Livingston headquarters location, Citizens is known for its support of the local United Way. The company also sponsors and works with nonprofits each year.

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Thanks to amazing new manufacturing technologies, the automotive industry is seeing a resurgence in many parts of the United States. Our REALTORS® are proud to say our Livingston County, MI area is king when it comes to the next generation of great auto jobs!

Let's visit some top auto employers:

1. Thai Summit America - 1480 McPherson Park Dr, Howell, MI 48843
   Thai Summit America is an international Tier 1 Class A stamping and assembly facility right here in Howell. They are the top manufacturing employer in Livingston and also have the highest sales volume of any automotive brand in the county. Howell homes for sale benefit from the enormous employment opportunities at Thai Summit, from line assembly staff to senior leaders.

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How much does it cost to buy a home? While buyers are typically well aware of the price tag in terms of the down payment and the overall cost of the mortgage, they frequently forget to take closing costs into account. These costs, which range from lender's fees to property taxes, are easy to forget about since they aren't assessed until the day of closing. But even though they represent a small portion of the overall price of the home, it's important to know how much they'll be, how you're going to pay them, and whether you can reduce them at all. 

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It's no surprise that many home buyers rely on technology to power their home search, from connecting with real estate agents through social media to taking virtual tours of homes that catch their eye. But did you know you can now start the search for Brighton homes for sale, simply by using your voice? At Griffith Realty, we love using technology to make your life easier while shopping for a home, which is why we're excited to be one of the first real estate businesses in Michigan to offer Voiceter Pro. Our REALTORS® have all of the details on this exciting tool, and on why we find it so important to offer you the latest real estate technology.

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Be Closer in Fenton

When you're searching for a home in the mid-Michigan area, living in the "big city" may not be what you're looking for.  Metro areas like Flint, Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Lansing might appeal to some buyers, but if your heart is drawn to small-town living, then one of our homes for sale in Fenton could be for you.

Fenton's tagline, "Be Closer in Fenton" initially confused many locals and visitors when it was unveiled in 2010.  The meaning of Fenton's slogan is two-fold:  1)  Be Closer to those things in your life that matter--family, values, roots, community and 2) Be Closer to larger cities without ever leaving your own close-knit community. 

Our REALTORS® live and work in this community and know you'll love our city as much as we do when you move here.

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