From iman A study points to a Saturday in May as a seller’s peak opportunity BYMARIAN MCPHERSON Staff Writer PUBLISHED ON MAR 2, 2017 Key Takeaways Homes listed between May 1 through 15 tend to sell nine days faster and sell 1 percent above the asking price, a new Zillow study says. You may want…
MEDIA CONTACT: ADAM DESANCTIS / 202-383-1178 / EMAIL(LINK SENDS E-MAIL) MEDIA CONTACT: LEXIE PUCKET HOLBERT / 805-557-3151 / EMAIL WASHINGTON (February 16, 2017) — Existing-home sales are forecast to expand 1.7 percent in 2017, but a new housing affordability model created jointly by the National Association of Realtors® and realtor.com®, a leading online real…
Steve Zucker/ News-Review Updated: Fire heavily damages Bay Harbor home, neighboring home saved From Petoskey News-Review News-Review Staff Feb 13, 2017 Updated Feb 13, 2017 A fire that broke out early today, Monday, in the Bay Harbor community, caused extensive damage to one home, but firefighters were able to save another large home just a…
Boyne Highlands Lodge Fire From MLive.com Almost half of Boyne Highlands lodge damaged by fire, resort closed indefinitely. By Malachi Barrett | mbarret1@mlive.com on December 11, 2016 at 2:06 PM, updated December 11, 2016 at 2:18 PM HARBOR SPRINGS, MI — Firefighters are still working into the afternoon to extinguish a fire that damaged 40…
Consumers and Realtors® Show Greater Interest in Smart Home Technologies, Certifications From Realtor.org MEDIA CONTACT: COLE HENRY / 202-383-1290 / EMAIL WASHINGTON (November 30, 2016) — As smart homes become more popular among consumers, buyers and sellers are showing greater interest in those homes and smart-home technologies and Realtors® in a certification to acknowledge their…
Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month From Boyne Mountain Friday, January 6, 2017 to Tuesday, January 31, 2017 January is a great time to celebrate winter through skiing and snowboarding. Revel in the snow with us and bring your friends and family. January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month at BOYNE and this program…
Gaylord Michigan – A Winter Wonderland From ONLYINYOURSTATE.COM Posted in MichiganNovember 27, 2016by Sophie Boudreau The One Town In Michigan That Turns Into A Winter Wonderland Each Year Michigan is a magical place to be in the winter. Snow coats the ground with a sparkling charm, holiday joy is in the air, and there’s…
Winter Sports Park Petoskey Michigan From Petoskey Parks and Rec. Two Ice Rinks | Ski Area | Sledding Area | Warming House/Concession Free Admission | $5.00 Skate Rental Fee | Free Wireless Internet WSP Rules and Regulations | Live Webcam The Department of Parks and Recreation staff members welcome you to the Winter Sports…
Water Wonderland Board of Realtors Newsletter June 2016 Gaylord
The 5 Real Estate Trends That Will Shape 2017 From Realtor.com We won’t pretend to know everything that 2017 will bring—heck, 2016 sure surprised us—but we’re pretty certain there will be changes. A lot of them. And while the surprise triumph of Donald Trump in the presidential election won’t alter the fundamentals shaping the 2017…
Mortgage options for first-time homebuyers From CBS News By RAY MARTIN MONEYWATCH August 4, 2016, 5:00 AM With the cost of money — interest rates — at near historical lows and rents continuing to rise, buying a home may be the better deal for more people looking to move. For sure, there’s a lot to…
Michigan Snowmobile Festival – February 24-25 From Gaylord Area Convention & Tourism Bureau SCHEDULE OF EVENTS All events occur at the Pontresina Park located at 540 S. Illinois Ave (Right Off Trail 7) unless otherwise noted. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Snowmobile Fun Run Pre-registration 5:00 PM Beer Tent & Live Music Antique & Vintage Sled Show…
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE ARTS CENTER From Crooked Tree Arts Center WHEN: December 31, 2016 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Crooked Tree Arts Center – Petoskey COST: $3 Students / $7 Adults Celebrate the Holidays with CTAC Events Highlight Events Upcoming Events – Petoskey • Art, Music, Dance & Theater •…
CTAC SCHOOL OF BALLET PRESENTS: THE NUTCRACKER From Crooked Tree Arts Center WHEN: December 17, 2016 – December 18, 2016 all-day WHERE: Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center 500 North Spring Street Harbor Springs, MI 49740 USA COST: Matinee: $50 Reserved* / $15 Adult / $5 Student; Evening: $50 Reserved* / $20 Adult / $10 Student…
From Gaylordmichigan.net Get Your Ski’s On…Free Ski Weekend in Gaylord Want to Ski Free? Join us December 16 – 18, 2016 Ski 2 pm to close Friday 10am – 4pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Sunday When you stay at a participating Gaylord lodging property, you can SKI or RIDE FREE at Treetops Resort. Simply reserve…
From Realtor.org DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2016 Your home buyers likely won’t want to shy away from the fall or winter months. They may score the best deals. Home sales prices in the nation’s largest metros typically peak during the summer but drop in the fall and are lowest in the…
From NorthernExpress.com Patrick Sullivan – May 21st, 2016 Real estate is hot in northern Michigan right now, especially near walkable, vibrant downtowns. After years of low prices and stagnant activity, prices are headed up, and buyers are looking to make a move. That’s a welcome change for real estate brokers, but it’s made a challenging…
From Realtor.org Latest Home Survey Affordability Concerns, Uncertainty about Down Payment Requirements Ensnaring Renters, Latest HOME Survey Shows MEDIA CONTACT: ADAM DESANCTIS / 202-383-1178 / EMAIL WASHINGTON (September 14, 2016) – Lofty home-price growth and tight supply are leading to softening confidence among renters about whether it’s a good time to buy a home, according…
From Pure Michigan.org – Petoskey Northern Gem: Petoskey, MI We find it when we’re not looking for it. Something catches our eye and draws us closer. A hidden gem of the north. The Petoskey Area: A Michigan Treasure The Petoskey Area is where daydreams turn into lifelong memories. A breathtaking place on Lake Michigan’s glistening Little…
8TH ANNUAL WINE AND CHEESE COLOR TOUR Sept 24, 2016 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM Otsego Club and Resort 696 M-32 EastGaylord, MI 49735 Otsego Club Contact & More Info Contact: Otsego Club & Resort Email: reservation@otsegoclub.com Phone: 989-732-5181 8th Annual Wine & Cheese Color Tour ~ Sat. Sept 24th from 3 pm to…
FARM2FORK~ AUTUMN HARVEST AT TREETOPS RESORT Sept 23, 2016 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Treetops Resort 3962 Wilkinson Road, Gaylord, MI 49735 Tree Tops Contact & More Info Phone: 877-386-9535 Enjoy a 4-Course Meal crafted by the Treetops Culinary team with local ingredients from area farms. Each themed event is hosted by a local winery…
Housing Market Trends Report: Winter 2016 from Zillow Home values, inventory and predictions Homes are bought and sold every month of the year, but winter — an especially challenging season — can be an ideal time to look ahead at what the next few months will bring in the real estate industry and the housing…
Housing Market Trends Report: Summer 2016 from Zillow How today’s buyer searches for—and chooses—a home We’re midway through the year and the real estate season is in full swing. What better time to take a temperature check—not on the summer heat, but on how buyers search for homes? Data from the Zillow Group Marketplace Report…
From the Harbor Light Newspaper on Northern Michigan Real Estate Market 3/5/2014 12:01:00 AM Northern Michigan real estate market seeing recent sales, price gains Charles O’Neill Editor Location, location, location are the three key elements to real estate value, or so they say. According to recent trends and local real estate professionals, Northern Michigan may…
From Pure Michigan.org – Harbor Springs Harbor Springs Community Nestled along the deepest harbor in the Great Lakes, lies the charming 100 year old waterfront community of Harbor Springs, waiting to welcome visitors who want to soak up the sunsets, spectacular views from the bluffs above or settle in the shores of our crystal clear…
Gateway to Lake Charlevoix Charlevoix Mural From Pure Michigan.org – Charlevoix Downtime in Charlevoix This fall, set aside some time in Charlevoix. From the simple pleasures of a festival, bonfires along the beach, or a late round of golf, come see why fall in Charlevoix is Pure Michigan. Getaway to Charlevoix, Michigan Charlevoix is your destination…
From Pure Michigan.org – Gaylord Downtown Gaylord Downtown stays busy with boutique shopping and a central pavilion that’s alive with weekend entertainment, a twice-weekly farmers market and a variety of festivals. Get out and see Gaylord’s greatest! Getaway to Gaylord, Michigan Our geographically-gifted position smack dab in the center of Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula offers…
Headlands International Dark Sky Park Website. Emmet County is building an international dark sky park in the Mackinaw headlands just west of Mackinaw City and the Mackinaw bridge. This is a very exciting and cool addition to what Northern Michigan has to offer. Below is the concept drawing. Construction has been completed on the dome…
Last night for LIVE MUSIC ON THE DECK AT THE NATURAL GOLF COURSE is Wednesday, September 7th The Gaylord Area Convention and Tourism Bureau The Natural Golf Course 4706 West Otsego Lake DriveGaylord, MI 49735 Contact & More Info Contact: The Natural Golf Course Phone: 989-732-1785 Live Music on the Deck all summer long…
MyNorth.com Article Link By JEFF SMITH on June 29, 2016 With interest rates staying low (for now), and demand outstripping supply, everybody is calling this a seller’s market. To learn more, we checked in with Petoskey-based Realtor Wally Kidd, who garnered the most votes in our Red Hot Best Real Estate Agent category this year. Tapping…
PetoskeyArea.com Event Sept 17, 2016 1:00 PM Bay Harbor Foundation Contact & More Info Contact: Candace Fitzsimons Email: candy@bayharborfoundation.org Phone: 231.439.2700 The Bay Harbor Foundation’s Annual Bay Harbor Home Tour is a two-hour guided tour of spectacular Bay Harbor homes held every September. Participants enjoy learning about the history of Bay Harbor as they…
PetoskeyArea.com Event May 7 – Oct 29, 2016 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Saturdays Corner of Emmet and Fulton Streets Petoskey, Old Town Emmet Farm Market Website Contact & More Info Contact: Dorothy Mills Email: dmills17@hotmail.com Phone: 231.347.3434 Fresh produce and more is available at this community market. The Old Town Emmet Farm…
PetoskeyArea.com Event Happening tonight! We’re going big this year! The party will take place behind the brewery under a big-top tent! We’re bringing in killer bands to rock out all day long! General ticket price includes a commemorative stainless steel pint glass and two beer tickets! And yes, we have designated driver pricing to be…
Realtor.org Code of Ethics NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Code of Ethics Effective January 1, 2016 Under all is the land. Upon its wise utilization and widely allocated ownership depend the survival and growth of free institutions and of our civilization. REALTORS® should recognize that the interests of the nation and its citizens require the…
The History of Harbor Springs Founded by the Jesuits, Harbor Springs was once called L’Arbre Croche, which means Crooked Tree. In 1847, L’Arbre Croche had the largest concentration of Indians in the states. French traders renamed the area Petit Traverse, or Little Traverse. The village was incorporated as Harbor Springs in1880. Indian residents and white…
The History of Petoskey The picturesque town of Petoskey, located on Little Traverse Bay, was known as Bear River when the first missionary arrived in 1855. The town was later renamed after the Ottawa Indian Chief Pe-to-se-ga. Petoskey was officially granted a charter in 1879. Lumbering was a mainstay for Petoskey during the late 1800’s;…