Your roof is the first line of defense for your home. In Michigan, where we experience everything from heavy snow to intense summer heat, the integrity of your roof isn’t just about curb appeal—it’s about protecting your biggest financial investment. In this episode of the Designed Living podcast, I sat down with Patrick Nolan from […]

Hiring a contractor can be one of the most important — and risky — parts of preparing a home for sale or completing improvements after a purchase. While the right contractor can add value and efficiency, the wrong one can cost you time, money, and unnecessary stress. In this episode, Patrice Henderson, Broker and Founder […]

The housing market continues to evolve, and both buyers and sellers are asking the same question: what should we expect in the housing market in 2026? Understanding mortgage trends, buyer demand, and market conditions can help homeowners and buyers make better real estate decisions. In this episode, Patrice Henderson, Broker and Founder of Designed Living […]

How to Avoid Moving Company Scams When Buying or Selling a Home Moving should be exciting — not stressful or risky. Unfortunately, moving company scams are becoming more common, and many home buyers and sellers don’t realize the warning signs until it’s too late. In this episode, Patrice Henderson, Broker & Founder of Designed Living […]

How Do You Detect Title Fraud? Real Estate Broker Patrice Henderson of Designed Living Real Estate interviews Senior Regional Manager of Capital Title Insurance Agency, Christina Robinson fraud in real estate transactions and how title companies prevent fraudulent transactions from happening. In today’s real estate market, choosing a reputable title company is one of the […]

Is It Harder To Get A New Construction Loan? Thinking about building your dream home in Michigan? 🏡 Many buyers wonder if securing a new construction loan is more difficult than a traditional mortgage. In this interview, Real Estate Broker Patrice Henderson sits down with Joshua Rubin of Horizon Financial Group to break down the […]

When Should You Hire A Real Estate Lawyer (Attorney)? Real Estate Broker Patrice Henderson discusses when home buyers and home sellers should hire a real estate lawyer / attorney for everyday real estate transactions with Shawn Head from Head Murphy Law. It’s common in Michigan that you’ll definitely want to hire an attorney to help […]

What Does Home Staging Include? Real Estate Broker Patrice Henderson of Designed Living Real Estate interviews Maureen Costello of MLC Designs, Inc to discuss “What Does Home Staging Include,” along with very important information home sellers in Michigan that are looking to sell their home should know about home staging. Home staging is needed for […]

Is It Harmful To Live In A House With Mold? Real Estate Broker Patrice Henderson of Designed Living Real Estate and Home Inspection company owner Brian Walker of En-Vision Property Inspections  discuss the different types of mold, if it’s harmful to live in a house with mold, how to prevent mold and more. The main […]

Do You Really Need 20% Down Payment? Real estate broker Patrice Henderson and Mortgage Branch Manager Billy Slobin discuss important things homebuyers in Michigan should know about the down payment and down payment assistance programs. Historically 20% of the purchase price was needed for a buyer to have as their down payment for a house […]