Best Realtor in Howell, MI: Tim Sova

Best Realtor in Howell, MI: Tim Sova

Thursday, 13 August 2026 09:25 AM

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With 1,899 career closed transactions across Livingston County, Tim Sova has established himself as the best Realtor in Howell, MI.

HOWELL, MI / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2026 / With 27 years of experience serving Livingston County and Southeast Michigan, Tim Sova has built a reputation as the best Realtor in Howell, MI. As Associate Broker and leader of The Tim Sova Team at RE/MAX Platinum, he combines deep local knowledge with a background in homebuilding and finance to help buyers and sellers understand both the market and the property itself.

Buying or selling in Howell, MI? Call Tim Sova at RE/MAX Platinum at (810) 844-2316.

Why Is Tim Sova the Best Realtor in Howell, MI?

Tim Sova brings a combination of real estate, construction, and financial experience that is especially useful in a market like Howell. In addition to nearly three decades in real estate, he has been a licensed builder and Vice President of Sova Builders since 1993 and holds a finance degree from Central Michigan University.

That background gives sellers practical insight into which improvements may strengthen a home before it reaches the market and helps buyers look beyond surface-level features when evaluating condition, construction, and future value.

Sova also leads a family-based team that has worked together across Livingston County for years. Clients receive direct advice backed by a broader group that can coordinate marketing, showings, negotiations, inspections, and closing details while keeping communication personal and consistent.

"We want our clients to understand the property, the numbers, and the options in front of them," says Sova. "The goal is to give them enough information to make a decision they feel confident about."

What Is Tim Sova's Experience in Howell?

Tim Sova's experience in Howell, MI spans the city's varied neighborhoods, housing styles, and price points, along with nearby Brighton and the broader Livingston County area. His work includes traditional residential sales, investment properties, and complex transactions requiring specialized oversight.

Experience Proof Points:

  • 27 years of real estate industry experience

  • 1,899 career closed transactions and $486,527,541 in career sales volume

  • 187 5-star reviews from past clients

  • Holds Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), ePRO, and Short Sales and Foreclosures Resource (SFR) designations

  • Board of Governors for Realcomp (Southeast Michigan MLS) and Board Member of the Livingston County Association of Realtors

What Do the Howell Market Numbers Say Right Now?

Howell remains a very competitive housing market, with well-positioned properties continuing to attract strong buyer interest. The median sale price is approximately $307,000, up 3.5% year over year, while homes are taking a median of about 22 days to sell.

Properties are closing for an average of 99.9% of their asking price, and roughly 46.4% sell above list. That level of competition means buyers should be prepared when a desirable home comes to market, particularly since the strongest properties can move much faster than the citywide average.

The market is not equally competitive for every listing, however. About 21.3% of homes receive a price reduction, showing that buyers still respond carefully to value. For sellers, accurate pricing and strong preparation remain important from the start. Buyers may find more negotiating room on properties that have been available longer or already adjusted their price.

Sales volume has also softened, with 42 homes sold during the latest reporting period, down 12.5% from last year. That makes property-specific analysis especially important rather than assuming every Howell home will experience the same level of demand.

Who Is Tim Sova of RE/MAX Platinum?

Tim Sova is an Associate Broker with RE/MAX Platinum and the leader of a family-run real estate team serving Howell, Brighton, and communities throughout Livingston County and Southeast Michigan.

He works alongside his wife, Colleen Sova, their son Haden Sova, his sister Cindi Scarsella, and brother-in-law Bruce Scarsella. That family structure has helped shape a business built around long-term relationships, frequent communication, and keeping clients closely informed throughout the transaction.

Sova's involvement in the local real estate industry extends beyond his own clients. He has served on the Livingston County Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors and continues to serve on the Board of Governors for Realcomp, Southeast Michigan's multiple listing service.

Combined with his building and finance background, that industry involvement gives Sova a broad perspective on the local market while allowing The Tim Sova Team to provide buyers and sellers with coordinated, hands-on support from the first conversation through closing.

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