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JANUARY 2021 Dan Bollman, Associate Broker

231-629-2680

Over 30 Years Experience dan@century21whitehouse.com

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Thinking of selling your home or cottage?

Wondering what that home or cottage might be worth? Please call me for a free market evaluation...you might be surprised at your value...in today’s high demand market!

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$19,900

$34,900

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$29,900

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231-652-3037

8391 Mason Dr. (M-37) • Newaygo 2

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Jerry Garner

231-250-5736

Jenel Wolfgang

616-638-2276

Kevin McBride

231-408-2057

Amy Briggs

231-856-0415

Shellie Danneels

231-832-4988

Bill Myers

231-287-8828

Lyle Lodholtz

231-357-1750

BonnieVannett

231-250-2369

119 Linden Big Rapids, MI 49307

231.796.4808

$229,000 • 20016264

Great location with off street parking in the rear and city parking across the street paved drive with 2 car attached garage all in very good condition showings by appointment only and listing agent must be present at all showings.

$229,000 #20016264

$799,000 • 19036222

Located in area zoned for marijuana dispensary.

Building has many updates.

Full basement, Strong sales history, Sales information available with offer. $799,000 #19036222

$3,500 • 20015834

Located on vacated road near Johnson creek. Oil and Gas rights reserved. $3,500 #20015834

$329,000 • 20019783

4 Bedrooms 2- 1/2 Baths, full finished basement with 2 daylight windows. Extra large Master suite with walk-in closet. Main floor laundry room and mud room just off the 3 stall Garage. Extra large rolling lot with under ground sprinkler, and Stand -by Generator.

$329,000 #20019783

$98,000 • 20020446

Reception area, conference room, 3 offices & 2 restrooms. Full basement. Includes 2 bedroom apartment generating $800.00 per month. Rental may cover a large portion of payment and expenses.

Large off street parking area .

Easy to show, call for instructions.

$98,000 #20020446

$129,900 • 20051247

Check out this well maintained, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home on 5 acres with attached 2 stall heated garage! This home offers forced air furnace and outside wood heating systems. Move in ready to make it your own. Schedule your private showing today!

$129,000 #20051247

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Brad Doornbos

231-832-1764

Judy Hoffman

231-598-0987

Josh Kamptner

231-872-9617

201 W. Upton Ave. Reed City, MI 49677

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$140,000 • 20032024

This

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bedroom,

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bath home sits on a full

basement and comes

with 3 acres of land. $140,000 #20032024

$109,000 • 20015498

3 br, 2 bath home. Lower level bath incomplete. Walkout basement and 1 car garage in small subdivision conveniently located between Big Rapids and Reed City. Good size back yard with room for garden.

$109,000 #20015498

$99,900 • 20019296

Four bedroom, 2 bath home on corner lot.

Home has been used as a rental but could be your primary residence. $99,900 #20019296

231.832.1764

$59,900 • 20018811

In Golfview, this large 4.52 acre, beautifully wooded lot that is the perfect site for building your dream home.

Close to Big Rapids but with a country feel. $59,900 #20018811

$119,900 • 20036411

Money Maker.

This property is priced to sell.

4 one bedroom units currently generate $2,335 per month in rental income.

This one won’t be there long. Call for a showing. $119,900 #20036411

$149,900 • 20050694

Spacious 5+ bedroom, 2 bath home with full unfinished basement and extra lot.

Newer roof, furnace and central air. Most windows are newer. Updated kitchen and baths, new carpet upstairs, new paint inside and out.

$149,900 #20050694

$127,900 • 20046893

This duplex located within a couple of blocks from campus is currently used as a 6 BD, 2.5 bath fraternity house, but with the installation of one door becomes two 3 bedroom units. Lots of parking and a 3 car garage too, this one offers flexibility to the new owner of keeping it one unit or splitting it into 2.

An excellent investment property!

$127,900 #20046893

$50,000 • 20046679

Cabin in the woods with views of lake across the road. Great fishing and access to two different lakes.

Two bedroom home with covered front porch. Price to sell. $50,000 #20046679

$219,900 • 20047102

Cabin in the woods with views of lake across the road. Great fishing and access to two different lakes.

Two bedroom home with covered front porch. Price to sell. $219,900 #20047102

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231.972.8300

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Big Rapids Office: 119 Linden • Big Rapids, MI 49307

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8520 100th Ave. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

231.972.8300

www.canadianlakeshomes.com

KATHY ADAMS

231• 250• 3197 kadamscblakes@gmail.com

Dan Bollman, Associate Broker

231-629-2680

Over 30 Years Experience dan@century21whitehouse.com

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8520 100th Ave. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

KATHY ADAMS

231.972.8300

www.canadianlakeshomes.com 6

231• 250 • 3197

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$422,000 • # 20046905

$500 • # 20050670

Oh what a view! This home is situated on Lake of the Clouds in Canadian Lakes, MI where you will find home a fun place to live. With 57’ frontage, the view here is spectacular! A view of the lake in each room. 4 BRS, 2 BA, updated living spaces and just a few short steps to the water’s edge. Home is on a gentle slope to the lake and has an easy walk to the water. Updated baths with walk-in showers, heated ceramic tile floors and solid surface sinks. Living, kitchen and dining have an open space concept with beautiful wood beam vaulted ceilings. Beautiful fireplaces in both living and family rooms. Large foyer/entry with ceramic wood-look floor. Lower level walkout. Large workshop area in lower level. Two-car garage with storage units. Updated landscaping. Fenced area in yard. Extra parking at street level. This home has had many nice updates and is move-in ready.

Canadian Lakes lot suitable for building or just use for the amenities. Lake access to enjoy boating on the all-sports lakes. Access to the no-wake lakes for casual time on the water. Golf courses, tennis and pickle ball courts, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools and more. Have a fun time and enjoy all that Canadian Lakes offers. Pick this up today and get ready for 2021 fun!

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$142,900 • # 20048178 Solid ranch style home just outside the Big Rapids city limits in Big Rapids Township. Close enough to walk downtown. This raised ranch style home sits on two lots. Some property behind the home is a wooded city owned lot. Built in 1989, with 1011sf, this two bedroom, bath-and-a-half home has an open floor plan. Large living opens to the dining and kitchen areas. Bath has ceramic tile floors and hand rails in the tub areas. The lower level has large daylight windows in two rooms and can be finished for extra bedrooms or family room spaces.

Large laundry with 220V service in lower and storage lockers. Garage is 20 x 20 and can fit two smaller cars. City water, Twp. sewer, natural gas. Large back and front yard to enjoy the outdoor spaces. Handicap ramp in back. Virtual showings.

$129,900 • # 20047015

$1.00 • # 17041429

Great ranch style home with access to Horsehead Lake in Mecosta County. This home is move in ready with new flooring and a fresh look. Floor plan has a master suite with full-bath, two additional bedrooms with a second full bath.

Separate laundry/mudroom. Two sheds with one large enough for a small boat.

Big yard with views of the lake from the front deck. Walking distance to the lake access area. Bring your boat and enjoy this lovely home on one of the areas nicest lakes! Call for your tour today.

Vacant lot in the Highland Woods area of Canadian Lakes. Perfect lot for using Canadian Lakes amenities or build a home in this peaceful location. Canadian Lakes amenities include golf, pools, fitness center, tennis, restaurants and more. HOA $695.00/annual. It’s a good life in Canadian Lakes!

KATHY ADAMS

8520 100th Ave. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

231.972.8300

www.canadianlakeshomes.com

231• 250 • 3197

kadamscblakes@gmail.com

Helpful Homeowner Tips TOO HOT? TOO COLD? JUST RIGHT? As we know, weather can be unpredictable and so is the cost of living. Heating and cooling can account for up to 48% of home energy consumption. While setting your thermostat to the most comfortable temperature is valuable, so is the price per degree. Programmable thermostats can save you money without sacrificing your comfort.

KNOW THE BENEFITS • User-friendly • Lower energy bills/Increased efficiency • Newer models of programmable thermostats have Wi-Fi ability or technology that allows you to control your thermostat from • Adjust the temperature to match your personal comfort. By just raising your handheld device. or lowering the temperature in your home, you can save up to 2% on your utility bill.

WHAT TO CONSIDER • Programmable thermostats can help maintain a consistent temperature • Daily routine – consider your sleep schedule and personal preference, all throughout your home. then program accordingly • Create a schedule that follows your routine by keeping the • Occupant schedules – if there is a time of day when your home is temperature set when you’re there, and ease up on energy usage unoccupied for several hours, adjust the temperature when you’re gone.

• Installation/Location – thermostats must be on an interior wall away • With an increase in efficiency, your home can utilize resources from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights and windows, more effectively. and located where natural room air currents occur.

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Helpful Homeowner Tips CHANGING YOUR ROOM A room’s design can literally affect your mood. When you start getting sick of looking at your home décor, or just want to feel different about your home for an upcoming get together, you can instantly transform a room without overspending. We’re not talking about a full makeover mindset, but instead investing in a few statement pieces that will make a large impact.

DIM THE ROOM A room dimmer for all lamps and lighting sources allows for flexibility depending on the time of day, event or mood, plus they provide energy savings. Turning the light level up or down or investing in various lampshades can instantly change the feel of a room.

TRANSFORM WITH RUGS Adding an area rug with a pattern or color is a budget-friendly instant statement that can be put over carpet or wood floors to create a new look or warmth.

ADD CANDLES Candles are a very inexpensive way to instantly change the space by adding a table centerpiece or strategically placing them around the room for a soothing, mellow effect.

REARRANGE THE WALL A gallery wall is a great way to change your decorating strategy. The great thing about them is that every single one of them is different. Family photos or artwork can be hung in several different ways to create a completely different look.

USE YOUR MANTELS There are several places throughout your home that can easily be changed. When the mood strikes for a holiday or season, one of the easiest things to change is a mantel. It doesn’t have to be complicated or filled with many things.

Usually you can start with one larger item placed in either the center or to one side, then add things to suit your taste.

SWITCH UP ACCESSORIES The accessories, knickknacks and table displays you use in a room are all super effective ways to change the vibe of a space. Adding some trim or a band of fabric is great when spicing up curtains. Couch cushions, pillows, or throws can instantly tie together a color scheme.

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MOVING CHECK-LIST

Simple ideas to keep yourself organized and stay on task.

TWO MONTHS BEFORE MOVING r Sort through your belongings to reduce the number of things you move. r Have a garage sale or donate items you no longer need to charity. r Decide whether to move yourself or hire professionals. Make reservations with a moving company or truck rental company.

Tip: Call three companies for estimates to compare.

r Gather packing supplies: boxes, packing material, tape, felt markers, and scissors. r If you’re moving a long distance, make travel arrangements with the airline, hotel, and rental car agency. If you’re driving to your new home, get maps and plan your travel route. r Save all moving receipts, because some moving expenses may be tax deductible.

Check the current tax code for requirements. r Place your legal, medical, financial, and insurance records in a safe and a accessible place. r Purchase insurance coverage for valuables to be moved. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

ONE MONTH BEFORE MOVING

r Start packing items that aren’t regularly used such as off-season clothes and decorations and items in storage areas (garage, attic, and closets). r Make travel arrangements for your pets. r If you’re driving, get your car tuned up. r Get medical records from your doctors, dentist, optometrist, and veterinarian. r Send items (rugs, drapes, clothing, quilts, bedding) to the cleaners. r Back up important computer files to floppy disk. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

TWO WEEKS BEFORE MOVING

r Contact your utility companies (gas, electric, water, cable, trash collector, and local phone service providers) and notify them of your move. r Sign up for services at your new address. r Contact your long distance phone company and notify them of your move. r Call friends and family and recruit help for the moving day if necessary. r Confirm your travel reservations. r Arrange to close or transfer your bank account, if appropriate.

Pick up items from safety deposit box. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

ONE WEEK BEFORE MOVING

r Pick up items from the cleaners, repair shops, or friends. r Pack a survival kit of clothes, medicines, special foods, and so on to carry you through the day after arrival in your new home. r Finish packing all boxes minus what you will need in the final week. r Inform the post office of your upcoming move.

Send change-of-address cards with your new address and phone number to: r Friends and family r Banks, insurance companies, credit card companies, and other financial institutions r Magazines and newspapers r Doctors, lawyer, accountant, Realtor, and other service providers

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r State and federal tax authorities and any other government agencies as needed r Workplace, schools, and alma maters r Voter registration office and motor vehicle bureau r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

THE DAY BEFORE

r Set aside moving materials, such as tape measure, pocket knife, and rope. r Pad corners and stairways of house. r Lay down old sheets in the entry and hallways to protect floor coverings. r Remove hanging fixtures. r If moving yourself, pick up the rental truck and a hand truck or dolly to move heavy boxes. r If you’re driving, check oil and gas in your car. r If you’re traveling, make sure you have tickets, charge cards, and other essentials. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

MOVING DAY

Carry with you: r The keys to your new home. r Map of new town and directions to your house. r The telephone number of the moving company. r Cash or traveler’s checks. r Documentation related to the sale of your home. r Your insurance policies and agent’s phone number. r Your current address book or personal planner. r Prescription and non-prescription medicines. r Enough clothing to get by if the movers are late. r Any important personal records and documents. r Any items of great personal value to you that are virtually irreplaceable (for example, a photo album). r Back-up copies of important computer files. r Sheets and towels for the first night in your new home. r Personal hygiene items (for example, toothpaste, soap, razor) r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

ARRIVAL DAY

r Show movers where to place furniture and boxes. r Check inventory to ensure that everything was delivered before signing delivery papers. Note any damages on the inventory sheet.

Tip: It’s helpful to have the movers read off the inventory numbers on boxes and furniture while you check the inventory list.

r Unpack any valuable items, such as silver, art, and jewelry, upon arrival. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________

AFTER THE MOVE

r Walk and drive around your neighborhood and community to orient yourself and your family. r Get new drivers licenses, library cards, voter registration cards, and bus passes. r Enroll children in school. r __________________________________________________ r __________________________________________________ Find it in the Home Finder n JANUARY 2021

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