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1810 State St. • Big Rapids, MI JUST LISTED

STARTER HOME

231-250-8882

Yvonne Meyer Realtor

Bridget Lamoreaux Realtor

231-468-8068

616-214-1007

Impressive custom designed Muskegon Riverfront Estate. Ideally located on a cul-de sac, offering privacy, yet just minutes from shopping, entertainment and school. This incredible home features 5 bedrooms, 3 and a half baths, main floor master bedroom suite with walkout deck. Open concept floor plan with welcoming kitchen ,granite counter tops, main floor laundry.

Expansive outdoor living space with many decks and balconies offering elevated exclusive views perfect for unwinding or entertaining. Four car garage! Enough room for all your vehicles and toys plus a 24x16 adorable man cave shed with loft.

$49,900 • Chase #20023740

3.2 ACRES

$124,900 • Charleviox #20011729

$249,900 • Hersey #20023468

HUNTING RETREAT

$297,000 • Big Rapids #20012166

SALE OR LEASE

$334,900 • Lake City #20014434

BUILDABLE

This home as a spectacular view of Lake Michigan.

Older double wide with 3 bed, 1.5 bath.Home has a 2 car attached garage and a separate workshop. This would make an ideal cottage or a year round home.

Home is being sold as is. Home next door is also for sale. Buy both and use this home as a rental or move the parents or kids in next door. Buyer to confirm all measurements. More pictures to come, as soon as it is possible to get inside.

Very successful up and running restaurant/bar/event center.

Restaurant features family friendly casual dining with 130 seats. (168 Max. Capacity). Business includes, liquor license, all furniture, kitchen equipment, smoker and a 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1985 manufactured house with a large 2 stall detached garage. Home may be used as a rental (currently rented, month to month), or for your personal use. Located on busy highway M-55, the East West corridor between Lake Michigan and Lake Huron and between Grand Rapids and the UP. Missaukee county is not zoned. This is a must see.

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$295,000 • Reed City #19055937

Adorable ‘’Up North’’ Hunting Retreat/Cabin, lakefront, pond front, wooded acreage, 24x48 pole barn for all your toys. 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath full finished walkout basement, wrap around deck incredible views from every window. If you desire peace, serenity with wildlife surrounding you this is your dream home look no further.

2 beds 1 baths 2,107 sq. ft. In the right zone, plenty of parking lots of storage.

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231-287-0410

$449,900 • Big Rapids • #20040103

Picturesque Home Overlooking This Muskegon River Paradise. Home Has Quality Everything- Oak & Cedar Trim Throughout, Geo Thermal heating, Newer furnace with warranty, Huge Bay Window, Patio Walking Out To Large wrap around deck. Incredible views from every window, Large main floor bedroom suite. Lots of updating done including siding,carpet and paint.

Gazebo with hot tub. 2 Car detached garage and guest house. Once you moved into this little slice of heaven you will never want to leave.

IN THE ZONE

Jennifer Verdi-Stieg Realtor

231-796-4805 • www.RivertownRealEstate.org

Are You Handy? This diamond in the rough is what you are looking for! 4 bedroom, 2 bath home nestled in the woods on 2.5 acres within walking distance to ORV trails. Set up for Horse Farm, could easily be your next ‘’Up North’’ Getaway, Hunting Retreat of full time starter home. Includes outdoor Timberwolf wood burner for those cozy winter nights in your new place.

MUSKEGON RIVER

Allitta Hren Realtor

231-250-8192

$94,900 • Reed City #20008548

Adorable Riverside Commercial Building for Sale, Lease or Rent. Endless opportunities with this building such as Beauty Shop, Coffee Shop, Office Space. Added convenience with studio apartment above work space & full basement for storage. The all in one building for that first start small business. Conveniently Located on the Hersey River with Rails to Trails access right out the backdoor.

$32,900 • Rodney #20015571

Incredible campsite or home site near Lower Evans Lake. Annual permit allows for camping year round on this site. 3 lots almost 1 acre.

Chippewa creek meanders through property.

Well, septic and electric are installed on this site. Lower Evans lake boat launch just 2 minutes away, part of the Martiny Chain of Lakes. Boat from one lake to the next. Excellent fishing, swimming, skiing and tubing! Nature at its finest!

Fire pit, landscaping, patio and more.

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Tricia WirTh

“My RESULTS 231.629.0352 Will Move www.TriciaWirthRealtor.com • 129 W. Upton, Reed City You” BRokeR/oWneR

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#20028478

Serene 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on the Majestic Muskegon River frontage.

Tastefully remodeled with Brazilian cherry wood flooring, custom made ash kitchen cupboards, granite countertops, double oven, side by side full size refrigerator and freezer, osmosis filter water system, oversized master suite with large walk-in closet, cedar lined bathroom, partially finished basement, covered front porch and extensive back deck overlooking the 107 feet of frontage, fenced back yard and the list goes on.

#20037400

Country living at its best! This tastefully updated 3-4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom farmhouse on 10 acres offers a main floor master suite, hardwood & ceramic tiled floors, spacious rooms throughout, plenty of storage, lots of natural daylight, set up for livestock in large barn, chicken coop and offers home office and/or small business space currently being used for a salon. Check it out before it’s gone!!

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#20032653 Location! Location! Location! 52 +/Acres of hardwoods, pines & open fields to entice the natural habitat. the deer, turkey, and other wildlife are plentiful and offer great outdoor adventures.

#20031881

Land Contract Terms Available. Commercial zoned for light industrial on 7.6 +/- level acres, paved road, natural gas and underground utilities are all available at the road. This is a great location for warehouse development. Corner lot is already partially cleared.

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$164,9

#20020798

Are you an entrepreneur looking to make your start? This Commercial Building offers multiple uses! Sports Shop? Bait Shop? Repair Shop? Hair Salon? Accounting Office? Insurance Office? This 800 sq ft building is just 1 block off of US-10 and right behind the Chase Gas Station; offering great traffic potential and easy access points to compliment the location, also near rails to trail. Building offers a new roof, new well, new septic, 100 amp electric on a nice sized lot for only $44,900!

#20007133

Well maintained duplex close to FSU offers superb rental history. This home consists of a 5/6 bedroom, 2 bath unit and a 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Home offers newer windows, roof, vinyl siding, hot water heaters and added insulation. Outstanding income potential awaits the new investor/owner.

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#19040550

2 acre +/- parcel perfectly situated between Reed City and Big Rapids. Rural setting yet close to the main road. Great building site with light soil, scattered trees and surrounded by newer construction homes. $300/ year for road maintenance and snow plowing.

#19022682

10+ prime commercial acres with Johnson Creek meandering throughout.

Location! Location! Location! High traffic counts at US-10 and US-131 interchange. Ideal location for a hotel, restaurant, or other thriving business.

Incomparable location for exposure to US-131 freeway. Rails to trails just steps away. McDonalds, Burger King, Gas Stations, Spectrum Health Hospital, and Cancer Center all at the same interchange. 12’’ water main and 8’’ septic already to property site. Build to suit!

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$79,90

#20036864

Cash or Conventional offers only! (NO LAND CONTRACTS) This 2 BR, 1 bath home on 18.75 + acres is surrounded by large parcels of land, heavily wooded with mature trees throughout, was previously used as an ‘’Up North’’ cabin and hunting camp.

Home needs TLC but offers a great opportunity to someone who is handy.

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#20039466

Location! Location! Location! This diamond in the rough offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, several large outbuildings, brand new roof, new decks, and lots of character throughout. Hardwood floors and pocket doors to name just a few. All this situated on 20 acres with a convenient location between Big Rapids & Reed City. LAND CONTRACT AVAILABLE ($169,900) 20% down & 7% interest.

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$79,90

#20005593

LAND CONTRACT TERM! Business Opportunity! This previously thriving gas station / convenience store is now an open canvas to the new buyer. The potential is endless. What was recently known as the Hawkins Country Store offering beer and wine sales, lotto, commercial pizza oven, ice cream station, gas, propane tank refills, tobacco sales, 12 panel walk-in cooler, 3 phase electric, ADT security system, new fountain soda machine, and more! ($89,900 on land contract)

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$21,90

#18004104 Location! Location! Location! Exquisite building site offers paved road, serene setting, and just minutes to FSU, Hospital, & other Big Rapids conveniences. Property has been surveyed & perked.

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$118,0

#20033191

Beautiful 40 acres with 2 gated entrances at each end of the property would make a perfect walkout building site. This property includes a barn, deer blind, pasture land, rolling hills, and fruit trees

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$69,90

#20029682

32+ wooded acres located near the Martiny Chain of Lakes.

Amazing ‘’up north’’ recreational opportunity for the outdoor enthusiast. Hunting, fishing, hiking, orv & snowmobile trails are just a few of the amenities that makes this the perfect place.

Also included on site is a well, septic, and electric (and old mobile home) which could make for a perfect camp. Bring your hunting/ fishing gear and be ready to enjoy all of nature’s pleasures.

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#20002598

Surrounded by custom built homes, this country setting would be a perfect building site for your new home. Black top road, natural gas, just outside of Big Rapids, close to Rogers Pond, golf courses and all the downtown amenities.

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#19007283

Great building lot, additional yard for neighboring property or parking for nearby elementary. With 100 foot of paved road frontage this lot offers many suitable options.

Walking distance to all the downtown amenities.

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8441 N Horsehead Lake Drive • Rodney • $325,000 • # 20033924

$1.00 • # 20036898

Great deal on this cleared and ready to build Canadian Lakes lot. Membership to the popular Canadian Lakes Club will be yours with the purchase of this lot. Use the beautiful club golf courses, pools, beaches, restaurants and more as a member here. Ability to build a home here and live in this wonderful community or just keep the lot and use the amenities Canadian Lakes offers. You will love all the activities this community has and make new friends along the way! At this price, seller is asking for buyer to pay all closing costs estimated at $1300. This lot is in a great location for quick access to all the golf courses, pickle ball courts and beaches as well as area towns. See it today!

$1.00 • # 20023385

Buildable lot at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Royal South area of Canadian Lakes, MI. Great spot near Lake Laura and the main clubhouse; which has an indoor pool, fitness center, golf, restaurant and more. Bring your offer and enjoy all the activities that Canadian Lakes is well known for.

8520 100th Ave. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346

Horsehead Lake waterfront home with 110’ of lake front.

Beautiful 1586sf, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with full basement. Delightful 13’x 6’screened-in porch overlooking the lake. South west facing for those breathtaking sunsets.

This lot is nearly one acre with beautiful trees and a great yard. Flat to the water’s edge - easy to get to the lake. The home has an open floor plan with a master suite. Large bath and walk-in closet off the master bedroom. Two additional good sized bedrooms and a second full-bath.

Unfinished basement. Outdoor shed 16 x 12. Garage 24 x 20. Horsehead Lake is great for fishing, all-sports water fun and more. Access the John Brown lakes from here for over 450 acres of lake to explore. Built in 2005, this home will not disappoint!

$1.00 • # 17041429

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.

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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 View it online at www.homefinderguide.com

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 __________________________________________________

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Home buying during the COVID-19 outbreak Homeowners know that the process of buying a home can be both exciting and nervewracking. The anxiety associated with buying a home has hit new heights during the outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19.

Historically low interest rates and limited inventory has made 2020 an especially unique time to buy a home. It’s also a competitive and potentially expensive time to buy a home. While the economic consequences of COVID-19 have been severe, the Federal National Mortgage Association, also known as Fannie Mae, forecasted a significant increase in median home prices in March 2020. City dwellers have scrambled to buy homes outside of cities, where social distancing is more difficult and the risk of getting COVID-19 appears greater than it is in suburban or rural settings. That’s led to a lot of competition among prospective buyers.

Prospective home buyers willing to enter the hectic fray and shop for a home during the COVID-19 outbreak may benefit from knowing what to expect as they search for their next home.

• Get ready for virtual tours.

Buyers might once have scoffed at the notion of buying a home they’d only seen in videos, but virtual tours have become the new normal in the wake of the pandemic. An April survey from the National Association of Realtors® found that home tours had declined sharply. While 98 percent of realtors reported taking clients on home tours as recently as February, that number had declined to 63 percent by April. As many regions pause their reopening plans, prospective home buyers should ready themselves for virtual tours as opposed to in-person home tours.

• Expect limited inventory.

While home prices are up, many people are holding onto their homes. The NAR reports that total housing inventory at the end of May 2020 was down nearly 19 percent from the end of May 2019. Buyers will have less inventory to choose from, so those intent on buying may need to prioritize what they need in a home and focus on finding properties that can fulfill those needs.

• Expect to move quickly.

Realtors have seen homes sell within days of being listed, and that has put pressure on buyers to move quickly. It also highlights the importance of finding a home inspector before your search begins as well as a lender who can handle quick closings. Ask around for recommendations, but make sure you have these two important professionals lined up before beginning your search.

Doing so will give you a better chance of buying in an unusual time.

• Make the best down payment you can afford.

A high down payment makes buyers look better no matter the state of the economy. An offer with a high down payment looks like a stronger offer, and that can make the difference between winning and losing a potential bidding war.

Buying a home during the COVID-19 outbreak presents some unique challenges to prospective buyers.

This information provided courtesy of Century 21 Forward Realty, Bill Myers

201 W. Upton Av.e • Reed City, MI 49677

231.832.1764

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$399,900 20034451

One of a kind all sports lakefront home! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home offers 112.50 feet of private frontage on 720 acre all sports Chippewa Lake! Built in 1998 the home offers lakefront views from almost every room! The frontage is flat from the home to the water, the home has a 26 x30 finished attached garage, underground sprinkling, newer appliances, furnace and roof. Both bedrooms have walk in closets. The laundry room is a separate room. The kitchen offers a breakfast bar and a huge walk in pantry. Across the driveway you’ll find the 32x64 pole barn with a 20x32 party room with heat, a pull down screen door, it’s own kitchenette, a perfect party room or would make excellent sleeping quarters for guests. The rest of the barn has 2 9 foot doors and on 12 foot door!

$117,900 • 20038188

Completely remodeled 2 bedroom ranch on huge lot close to several lakes, fishing rivers, and UTV trails.

This would make an excellent getaway or year round residence.

Attached garage plus an additional detached garage, nice deck in the back yard too. $117,900 • 20038188

There are more home buyers in the market than sellers right now, meaning home sellers are selling their home for more money and in less time. If you would like to know what your home is currently worth and what we can do to sell it at the highest price, in a time frame you desire, contact us!

$25,900 • 20035626

.67 acre vacant commercial lot on the edge of BIg Rapids.

Lots of traffic and visibility here! $25,900 • #20035626

Beautiful 1.24 acre commercial lot in the city of Reed City. $9,900 • #19024820 12

$69,000 • 20036147

This remodeled home could be your weekend retreat or year round residence. 1 bedroom home located on 2.5 acres of land located just down the road from UTV riding trails and close to thousands of acres of federal land. $69,000 • 20036147

Find out what the power of the number one national brand Century 21 and our dedicated team of real estate professionals can do!

Corner lot located in a desirable subdivision just south of Big Rapids on a paved road. Wooded lot, natural gas and cable available here too! $8,000 • #20021198

This 2.073 acre wooded piece of land is located on the edge of town in Big Rapids on a paved road.

Fantastic

building

$30,000 • #19021715

site!

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

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Bill Myers

Lyle Lodholtz

Bonnie Vannett

Brad Doornbos

Judy Hoffman

201 W. Upton Ave. Reed City, MI 49677

231.832.1764

Josh Kamptner

231-287-8828 231-357-1750 231-250-2369 231-832-1764 231-598-0987 231-872-9617

www.century21forwardrealty.com

$99,500 • 20033011

Three bedroom, 2 bath home on 1.7 wooded acres.

Front porch is equipped with handicap accessible ramp. Fenced back yard. Lots of storage with several storage sheds including a 10x24 and 10x20 wood frame constructed storage buildings. New furnace in 2019. Water heater is 5 years old. Sale includes Parcel #431003503610. $99,500 • 2000033011

$104,900 • 20033003

Check out this newly remodeled home with 89 feet of waterfront on all sports Todd Lake. This could be your weekend retreat or efficient year round home. Double sliders open to a wraparound deck overlooking a large backyard leading to a private dock.

The well pump, windows, and roof are all new as of 2017.

Walkout basement has potential to create additional living space. Schedule your showing today! $109,900 • 20033003

$79,900 • 20038077

Check out this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on an acre with great location! Close to highway 131, 4 miles north of Reed City. Move in ready with a few personal touch-ups to make it your own. New roof this year and some updates are finished. Schedule your personal showing today! $79,900 • 20038077

$130,000 20022271

Well maintained three bedroom, 2 bath on 4.8 acres with carport and large Amish storage shed.

Home is nestled in the woods for seclusion and privacy. $130,000 20022271

Duplex close to FSU, downtown and shopping.

Exterior needs some TLC. $79,900 20037924

Prime location, right next door to the brand new adult care physicality, county health, doctors offices, pharmacy & hospital in Reed City.

Less than a mile off US10 & US131 $25,000 17019129

$99,900 20019296 Property in Idlewild buildable. Sale by quit claim deed this is a tax reverted property. Buyer will be responsible for quiet title action. $6,250 16020654

Located on vacated road near Johnson creek. Oil and Gas rights reserved. $4,400 20015834

View it online at www.homefinderguide.com

Great corner property on the NE corner of US10 & Lakola Rd. Land cleared and leveled, ready for you to build.

$60,000 18023702

Four bedroom, 2 bath home on corner lot. Home has been used as a rental but could be your primary residence. $99,900 20019296

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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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231.629.2321 121 S. Cass Street, Morley, Michigan 49336 www.wesellmichigan.com View it online at www.homefinderguide.com

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Wondering what your Home is Worth?

Sue Kempton 231-638-3498

Bob Manzagol 231-349-8096

Kathleen Adams 231-250-3197

Jim Bradley 231-598-4640

Lake mecosta

LAKE LAURA

Tri lakes access/view

50 wooded acres

Ideal location

Chippewa river

10 acres (Northland Dr)

Garage w/cottage

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Todd Lincoln 989-560-4884

Peter Taylor 989-857-9017

Kolina Mako 989-423-0452

Marshall Henry 231-598-0838

Horsehead lake

Michael Roberts 989-506-4275

Rich Marino 586-630-8773

Joe Mako 989-303-8544

Rockie Peacock Rick Kempton 231-349-5533 231-349-8300

Near lake access

Commercial building Big john brown lake

23+ wooded acres

tubbs lake

3 Lots w/garage

Commercial building

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