Guided video walkthrough of 16784 Heather Boulevard in Romulus, MI, used to assist an out-of-town FHA buyer in making a competitive and successful offer.
SOLD | FHA Buyer Won a Competitive Bidding War in Romulus, MI
16784 Heather Boulevard, Romulus 48174
4 Bedrooms | 2.2 Bathrooms | 2,520 Sq Ft Above Grade | Finished Basement | 2-Car Attached Garage
Sold for $325,000
Why This Sale Matters
This home attracted numerous offers and generated enough demand that some buyers attempted to view the property even after showings and the offer deadline were officially canceled.
My buyer was out of town, so I conducted a virtual showing, walking her through the home in real time, pointing out strengths, potential concerns, and what would realistically make an offer competitive in this situation. I also communicated directly with the listing agent to gain insight into what the seller valued most — allowing us to structure an offer that stood out.
Despite competing against stronger-on-paper financing, my buyer:
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Used FHA financing
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Kept a full inspection contingency
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Still won the bidding war
Strategic Wins for the Buyer
Even in a highly competitive situation, we secured:
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$5,000 in seller concessions
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Multiple seller-completed repairs
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All required city repairs for the Certificate of Occupancy
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FHA-required repairs completed by the seller
When lender-side issues arose due to unclear communication from the loan originator — causing a delay — I escalated the situation, coordinated directly with management, identified the root issues, and helped guide the process forward so the transaction could still close successfully.
This deal required persistence, clarity, and hands-on problem-solving well beyond contract acceptance — and we delivered.
Property Highlights
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Colonial-style home built in 2004
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Finished basement with additional living and entertaining space
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Open kitchen with stainless steel appliances
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Second-floor laundry and loft area
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Electric fireplace in family room
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Deck for outdoor entertaining
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Quarterly HOA with snow removal included
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