Sunday, October 21, 2007

Summer on the lake.




Well with all the docks pulled in for the winter and boats stored away, I wanted to share a couple highlights of the summer. Boating on the lake with our kids was definitely a highlight this summer. Our two girls had lots of friends over this summer tubing behind the boat. One big thing I remember was seeing all the smiles and the words..."can we go again?"
Now we prepare for the cold weather and grab the blankets. Looking forward to the spring!
Picture above is Shon our daughter showing her moves on the tube.

Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Short Sale information.

Short sales is a word that really has changed the market. I am 42 years old, and our parents have never heard of this word. Well today, home buyers need to be prepared and ready to work with a qualifed agent who knows how to handle short sales. Shelley and I are seeing more and more of this in our line of work. Feel free to ask us questions, if you are wondering about this process.

Monday, October 8, 2007

The mystery of the U-Shaped home below.

Wow, did I get a surprise today. Yesterday's blog was about a cottage that I showed, wondering what was going on with the U-shaped home. The listing agent called me and I asked her what is up with the home. Her explanation took me by surprise.

It was previously used as a nudist camp!! No wonder why there were no outside windows and a center courtyard with a great plan to get a tan! First time for everything!

Sunday, October 7, 2007

U-Shape Michigan Lakefront cottage

I showed 7 Michigan Lakefront cottages in Allegan county today and I have seen one of the strangest homes that I have every seen. I should have taken photos.

From the outside, I could not find the door to get in.
I had to open the garage door (single stall to get into the home. There was no other entry. Once we went inside, we found the home was a U-shaped Home. Once through the Garage we turned to the right into a living area then a kitchen. Then another hallway to the right again with three bedrooms the size of a volkswagon. I was embarrassed to show the property. The strangest thing about this property, was between the garage and the bedrooms was a courtyard with a fireplace. (this sure did seem like they were hiding something) We left and we smiled and said we are outta here.

We did find some great beautiful lakefront homes later. They blew this U-shape home away.

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Well and Septic

Many transactions require the seller to perform a well inspection. Working with a realtor can ensure the buyer is getting a good system to move to... To many people assume that the well and septic are ok. You never know what is underground! Could be a simple 55 gallon drum. This could be a problem later!

We are here to help you when you purchase a home. Steve and Shelley

Tuesday, October 2, 2007

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What are your thoughts on the real estate Market?

1. What are your thoughts on the real estate market? This question is the most common question that everyone asks me. It's a great question!
My answer is usually the same! Here it is. It's an awesome time to buy a home or cottage. Buyers can get a great value. It's one of the best times in history for buyers and move up buyers. As sellers sell their smaller home for a little less, they can get much more home for the money now as a buyer!
2. Also, the question that is ask is when is the market going to turn around?
Answer, for sellers, not for a while. I think Years?. Many sellers are thinking they should wait til the market gets better. It's not getting better>>>. It's going to get worse. The price of homes will continue to drop since there is so many homes on the market, and the foreclosure and short sale rate is skyrocketing. If you think you are going to sell in a year or two, I feel it will be way to late.
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