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August 2014

Serving Wexford, Missaukee, Osceola, and eastern Lake Counties

2 CADILLAC NEWS REAL ESTATE GUIDE AUGUST 2014

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Whitetail Realty ............................................... 8-9

Amortization Chart .........................................10

Premier Realty .......................................................11

PRO Realty ................................................................ 12

RE/MAX Central ....................................................14

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CADILLAC AREALAKEFRONT DEALS!

#1 In Lakefront Sales Cadillac Area 2011, 2012 & 2013

G - $179,900F - $176,000E - $169,900D - $168,000

A - $129,900 C - $162,000B - $145,900

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THE Up north team124 S. Mitchell Cadillac 231-775-1205

Chris Redes [email protected]

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Joe McGiness [email protected]

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Central

Tustin/LeRoy $549,000MLS#21113190 3 bedroom, 2 bath 158 acres, 3 creeks, ponds 3 season sunroom

Tustin/LeRoy $159,000MLS#21113521 3 bedroom, 3 bath 22 rolling acres Well maintained home

Cadillac $174,900MLS#21113343 4 bedroom, 3 bath 2600 sq. ft. living space Pool with privacy fencing

Boon $169,900MLS#21113730 3 bedroom, 3 bath 10 wooded acres Large, bright kitchen with island

Cadillac $129,900MLS#21113530 3 bedroom, 2 bath, large brick fireplace Stainless steel appliances Minutes from city amenities & trails

Cadillac $149,900MLS#21113035 3 bedroom, 2 bath Great location for hobby farm Open floor plan/full basement

Marion $139,900MLS#21113942 3 bedroom, 2 bath 10 wooded acres Master bath with Jacuzzi tub

Tustin/Leroy $139,900MLS#21112011 4 bedroom, 3 bath 10 acres 351 feet on Pine River

City of Cadillac $119,900MLS#21112445 3 bedroom, 2 bath Main floor laundry Short walk to Lake Cadillac

Cadillac $138,000MLS#21114099 3 bedroom, 2 bath Attached 2 car garage Large yard

Cadillac $115,900MLS#21111850 3 bedroom, 3 bath Open floor plan All appliances included

Cadillac $189,900MLS#21112549 3 bedroom, 1 bath Lakefront home on Lake Mitchell Woodburning stove

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Manton $289,000MLS#21113643 40 acre farm 4 bedrooms and 2 baths 5 well with double septic

Mesick/Buckley $205,000MLS#21112491 3 bedroom, 2 bath 50 acres - 2 stocked trout ponds 2 car garage with workshop

Evart $60,000MLS#21113227 3 bedroom, 1 bath Investment home Two family home

Tustin/LeRoy $99,000MLS#21110674 4 bedroom, 2 bath 62 feet of sandy beach Oak cabinets in kitchen

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MARION $99,900 Attractive remodeled country ranch home Large living room w/new windows & carpet Updated kitchen & dining room w/new hardwood flooring 20 secluded acres w/mature trees and lots of wildlife Pole building w/room for parking, work area, storage and more! Upgrades: windows, drywall, bathroom features, newer steel roofBarry Fall #C21112969

AmAzing LAke Views

CADILLAC $199,900 3 bedroom, 2 bath home w/1800 finished sq. ft. 123 ft. frontage on gorgeous all-sports Lake Cadillac Bright kitchen w/hardwood flooring Master w/walk-in closet 2 separate living/family room areas w/brick fireplace 3 car attached garage, work bench, room for toy storageBarry Fall #C21112574

3080 W. 13th Street, CadillaC www.CadillaCERa.Com 231-779-8088

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MESICK $289,900 2 bedroom, 2 bath home on 20 gently rolling wooded acres Sophisticated modern kitchen w/island Large windows, stone fireplace, full unfinished basement Custom garden shed, pole building w/electric Close to beautiful Lake Meauwataka Energy efficient GEO thermal heating systemBarry Fall #C21112379

LUTHER $47,900 Very nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath home Main floor laundry, newer carpet Open floor plan plus a carport Large deck overlooking the river 80 ft. of frontage on Little ManisteeBarry Fall #C21112461

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IRONS/WELLSTON $124,900 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, private location 100 ft. of frontage on Cool Creek Open floor plan, large rooms Pole barn Close to state land, trail, Lake MichiganBarry Fall #C21112731

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CADILLAC $219,900 One-of-kind custom-built, well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath Cape Cod On bluff overlooking Long Lake w/over 1000 ft. frontage Over 1800 finished sq. ft. Main level kitchen, dining, fireplace, laundry Upgrades: Kitchen, furnace, central air, remote gas fireplace 2 car finished garage w/finished bonus roomBarry Fall #C21113096

AFForDABLe LAkeFront Home!

TUSTIN/LEROY $114,900 3 bedroom, 1 bath family home/cottage Nearly 100 ft. of frontage on all-sports Diamond Lake 1500 finished sq. ft living space, includes separate 13x14 bonus bedroom Open kitchen, larger living room space w/sliders overlooking lake Enclosed breezeway between home, bonus bedroom and garage One car + attached garageBarry Fall #C21113120

ADorABLe CHALet-stYLe Home

LAKE CITY $119,900 3 bedroom, 2 bath on 7 acres just north of Lake City Updated custom hickory kitchen cabinets, open floor plan Deck, landscaped yard w/stone retaining wall Lower level walkout w/family room Detached 2+ car garage For virtual tour visit www.barryfall.comBarry Fall #C21113479

priVAte wooDeD DouBLe Lot

CADILLAC $7,500 Build or place a manufactured home Power pole on property Close to state land Great place for a hunting cabinBarry Fall #C21113606

greAt FAmiLY Home

CITY OF CADILLAC $74,900 3 bedrooms, 1 bath Bright and open living room and dining room Beautiful master bedroom Bonus family room on main level Hardwood flooring Friendly, quiet neighborhoodBeth Waldo #C21111184

CHALet in LAke oF tHe pines

CLARE COUNTY $89,900 2 bedroom, 2 bath chalet with open concept Kitchen/dining/living room, family room 1st floor laundry, appliances included, 2 decks Association water access, tennis, hunting & more 2 car garage, large corner lot, partially fenced, concrete RV pad, large shed/workshopMary Anne Colmus #C21113552

greAt LoCAtion to BuiLD new Home!

CADILLAC $15,500 Large affordable subdivision lot New homes in the area Mix of trees Close to Cadillacs north endBarry Fall #C21113687

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Barry Fall,Broker/Owner231-357-4673

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LEROY/ROSE LAKE $28,000 2 bedroom, 1 bath single-wide home Shared lake access to Rose Lake Three lots, corner lot Storage/garden shed Shade trees Nice vacation or investment propertyBeth Waldo #C21113890

CHArming LAkeFront House

DRYER LAKE (LAKE CITY) $189,900 Recently remodeled 3 bedrooms (optional 4th), 2 baths 80 ft. of Dyer Lake frontage Fireplace Very well maintained Large 2 car detached garage with loftBeth Waldo #C21113278

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peACeFuL pines!

CADILLAC $69,900 Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin On one acre west of Cadillac Cozy, open floor plan Main floor laundry, wood burning stove Cedar finishing gives it a true Up North flare Storage shed, workshopBarry Fall #C21113754

Just Like new!!

CADILLAC $99,900 Newly renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home 1480 sq. ft., detached 2 car garage New windows, water heater Tons of updates and renovations On 2 large lots, 1 block from Franklin Elementary This is a must see!Barry Fall #C21113888

LAke View LiVing

CADILLAC $99,900 Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home Fresh, modern flair Semi-private, across the street from Lake Mitchell Mature shade trees Storage shed with electric Visit www.barryfall.com for virtual tourBarry Fall #C21113953

niCe Home w/LAke mitCHeLL ACCess

CADILLAC $84,900 3 bedroom, 1 bath home Nice back yard 50 ft. of deeded shared access to Lake Mitchell Fresh paint and trim throughout Great as vacation homeBeth Waldo/Barry Fall #C21114107

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MARION $59,900 Well maintained, open concept, large rooms Master bedroom and bath, grab rails on tub, separate shower Vaulted ceilings, island kitchen 1st floor laundry, appliances included A/C, natural gas furnace, front ramped entrance 1.48 acres, deck, landscaped, 1 car garageMary Anne Colmus #C21113840

HoBBY FArm on 6 ACres/4 BeDrooms

MANTON $149,900 Comfortable 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on 6 acres Large family room, 3 sided fireplace 3 season room, patio, NEW stainless steel appliances 1st floor laundry, 2200 sq. ft., large yard New outdoor wood burner, plus propane furnace Barn, pole barn, chicken coop, fenced, woodedMary Anne Colmus #C21113937

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(BPT) - Moving up - vacating your current, smallish home for a larger, roomier abode - was the American way before the Great Recession. Now that the economy is humming again, at least some of the people who stayed put during those lean years will be looking to move into larger, nicer homes this summer. High demand and low inventory, however, may leave many with nowhere to go. Some will rediscover a time-honored space-gaining technique: attic conversion.

As home improvements go, converting an attic into usable living space has a high return on investment - about 84 percent at the time of resale, according to Remodeling Magazines Cost vs. Value Report. Thats if you use your unfinished attic to create a 15-by-15-foot bedroom and a modest 5-by-7-foot bathroom with shower. Create a larger, more luxurious and more elaborate space and the ROI could be even greater. If your family is bursting at the seams, the value of added space will be measured in comfort, convenience and peace of mind, rather than resale dollars.

As with any renovation project, achieving an attic conversion requires you to balance numerous factors, from budget and objective to space and architectural limitations. Some of your most-desired features - such as ample natural light or a full bathroom - may seem out of reach. They dont have to be, though, if you rely on some time-tested techniques to maximize the space.

Lighting the natural wayTypically, attics arent built with a lot of windows, and

adding them may be difficult if the ceiling is sloped. Yet natural light is a highly prized feature in virtually any room, especially if youre converting your attic into a bedroom, family room or other public area. Traditional solutions include adding dormers, which can be costly and time-consuming. Whats more, windows and dormers can eat up wall space, which is often at a premium in attics.

Skylights or roof windows can be a better option in an

attic space. They require less time and cost to install than dormers and can easily live on slanted ceilings. Choose Energy Star-qualified no-leak, solar-powered fresh-air skylights like those from VELUX America utilized in the OMore College of Design Alumni House, add solar-powered blinds, and you can achieve a light-filled attic room that is both beautiful and energy efficient. The cost of the products, including installation, are eligible for a 30-percent federal tax credit. And from now until August 15, theres also a $200 cash rebate from VELUX on solar powered skylights. To learn more, visit www.whyskylights.com.

Roof windows, which are less expensive than dormers, are another cost-effective attic conversion option. VELUX offers both a top-hinged model and a double-sash balcony model that open at the top and bottom to create a roof balcony that admits much more light than a dormer while offering access to the outdoors. Roof windows offer maximum ventilation plus the added advantage of meeting building code requirements as points of emergency escape and egress.

Three success tips for

Converting An Attic Into Living Space

Balcony roof windows are less expensive than dormers and offer access to the outdoors while admitting abundant natural light and fresh air. They meet building code requirements as points of emergency egress while bringing functionality and decorating flair to an attic space.


Heating and cooling Attics are often the hottest or coldest room in the house,

depending on the time of year and the quality of your homes insulation. Creating a comfortable atmosphere in a converted attic requires expert planning.

You may need to increase insulation. Because insulation has such a significant impact on a homes overall comfort and energy efficiency, it makes sense to invest in the best you can afford. Spray foam is often a good option for converted attics because it can go easily between existing joists and create a tight air barrier without losing the inches of space required for thick fiberglass batt insulation.

Youll also need to consider how you will heat and cool the space. A heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system expert can help you determine the best approach.

Skylights and roof windows can also play an important role in your heating and cooling conversion plan due to the chimney effect they utilize to exhaust rising hot air from an attic space while providing abundant daylight and fresh air.

Plumbing made easierAdding a bathroom anywhere in a home is usually a

good investment. Bathroom additions return about 60 percent of your investment at the time of resale, according to the Cost vs. Value Report. Creating an attic bathroom can be simple - if pipes are already present - or challenging if no plumbing exists in the space.

One alternative to traditional plumbing is up-flush, which allows you to install sinks, toilets, showers and even bath tubs without engaging in major construction to accommodate traditional plumbing pipes. Up-flush plumbing cost less than traditional plumbing methods and is easier to fit into tight spaces - like the odd nooks that often occur in attics.

With planning and the right materials, its possible to convert an attic into a living space that makes your home even more livable for your family while youre staying in place. Plus, it will enhance your homes value down the road when youre ready to move up.

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Skylights with decor-enhancing designer blinds bring much more natural light and fresh air to an attic conversion, at less expense and with more style, than traditional dormers or windows. Solar powered fresh air skylights and blinds, along with installation costs, are eligible for a 30 percent federal tax credit.


LAKE CITY

MLS#21111901 $175,0005,000sq.ft.commercialbuilding4bathrooms,kitchenarea2largerooms,severalofficesLargecornerlot,naturalgas

JeffCarolyn Darin BobRick

Whitetail Realty231-839-8142 101 S. Main St., Lake City, MI

www.lakecitymirealestate.comwww.lakemissaukeerealestate.com

MLS#21113153 $94,0002bedroomlakefrontcottageGreatlakefrontviews,openfloorplanDetached2story,2cargarageLargedeck,nexttoboatlaunch

MLS#21112613 $162,900Beautifulstonecommercialbuilding1000sq.ft.ofretailspaceonmainfloorNicely finished 1000 sq. ft. apartmentsupstairs

GreatcornerlocationonM-55/M-66

MLS#21114032 $84,5002bedroomhomeon1.2acresVerylargebath/laundryroomFullbasement,largelivingroomAttachedgarage,plus24x24barn

MLS#21113958 $99,5003bedroom,1bathhomeFullbasement,attachedgarageHardwoodfloors,newerwindows24x32polebarn,largeyard

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MLS#21113954 $299,500Operatingpartystore/gasstationPizza,beer,wineandliquoralsoAllequipmentisincludedinsaleWalk-incooler,pizzaovens,icemachine

MLS#21113858 $239,000160acresofrecreationalproperty2bedroom,1bathmobilehomeVarietyofterrain&treesonthepropertyStoragebuilding,greathuntingarea

MLS#21113749 $280,0002bedroom,2fullbathhome100ft.ofsandybeachlakefrontDetached2storygarage,patioLargedeck,fireplace,dock

MLS#21113797 $294,9003bedroom,2bathhousewith2ponds156 wooded acresadjoiningstatelandFireplace,3seasoncarpetedporchSurveyed&boundariesaremarkedLaundryroom,openlayout

MLS#21113716 $89,900Large3bedroom,1bathhomeAttachedgarage,MichiganbasementDeckandalargefencedbackyard

MLS#21113721 $99,5003bedroom,11/2bathhomeFullwalkoutbasement,deckAttached2cargarage,paveddrive1stfloorlaundry,largeyard

MLS#21112884 $189,9003bedroom,21/2bathhomFullpartiallyfinishedbasement10 acresthatadjoinstatelandCementblock2storygarage3additionalgarages/polebarns

MLS#21112129 $179,900 3baycarwashinMcBain Paveddriveandparkingarea LocatedonbusyM-66 Office,buildingandbusinessincluded

LAKE CITY

MLS#21112255 $180,000Large3baycar&truckwashTouchlessautomaticbayalso3vacuumcleaners,changemachinesOnly automatice car wash in Missaukeecounty

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MLS#21114140 $125,0003bedroomhomeon9acres35x60polebarnwithelectricNewersteelroofonhomeNewerwell,largedeckFullbasement,woodstove

LAKE CITY

MLS#21113522 $64,9004bedroomhomeintownHardwood&ceramictilefloors1stfloorlaundry,officeareaNewroof,windows,siding

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MLS#21111488 $139,90075 acres w/mixoftrees,open&wetMosquitoCreekwandersthruproperty Includes30x40polebarnw/shallowwellBarnissetupforrusticcamping

Whitetail Realty231-839-8142 101 S. Main St., Lake City, MI

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MLS#21113692 $103,50045 mostlywoodedacresMosquitoCreekcrossespropertyGreathunting,fishingrecreationalpropertySecludedsettingforbuildingyourhome

MLS#21113559 $59,9003bedroom,1bathmobilew/addition42x32hangarw/electric&3doors 4seasonsunroom,office,largelivingroom240x200lotadjoinstaxiway

MLS#21101902 $235,00010000sq.ft.retailbuildingStripmallsettingw/largeparkinglotNewroof,newerfurnacesOfficespace,storageareaHightrafficareaM-55/66

MLS#21112178 $139,9001800sq.ft.,3bedroom,21/2bathhomeLargeopenkitchen,familyroom,A/CBrickfireplace,mastersuitewithjettub 9+acres,32x48polebarn,plusaddtlbuildings

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MLS#21112266 $54,1002bedroom,1bathmobileon7acresNumerousupdatesbyoriginalowner32x48polebarnw/heatandelectricWalkingdistancetoClamRiver

MLS#21112657 $42,0002bedroom,11/2bathmobilehomeOpenfloorplan,partialbasementLargetreedlot,detachedgarageClosetolake&snowmobiletrails

MLS#21110585 $229,0004bedroom,31/2bathhomeon20 acresFinishedbasementw/familyroom&bathRecentlyupdatedkitchenw/cherrycabinets65x48heatedpolebarnw/bath,largedeckMastersuitew/alargeprivatebath

MLS#21108805 $79,9003bedroom,2bathhomeintownRemodeled&updatedkitchenGreatupstairsmasterretreat2coveredporches,doublelot

MLS#21112120 $119,0003bedroom,2bathhomeon8 acresLargemastersuite,cedarlinedclosetAttachedgarage,sunroom,mudroomDetached24x36polebarngarageLargeyard,plusadditionaloutbuildings

MLS#21111820 $59,99945 wooded acresGoodhuntingormushroomingareaMostlyhardwoodswithsomepinesFewopenareasforbuildingorfoodplots

MLS#21111276 $74,0003bedroom,2bathnearlake2brickfireplaces,basementSomenewerwindows,hardwoodfloors2cargarage,closetolakeaccess

MLS#21112122 $449,000199 diverse acres onablacktoproadMixofhardwoods,pine,cedar,openareas Apondwithadamspillingoverintoacreek Polebuildingthatisusedforrustichuntingqtrs.

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MLS#21114106 $98,9005bedroomcountryhome20x40detachedpolebarngarageFullbasementw/aworkshopareaBeautiful17.8acreparcle

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12062 15 Mile Road, LeRoy $189,900Think of the fun your family will have with 102 lake frontage on Sunrise Lake. Play in the water with a firm sandy bottom. Great fishing from the dock that is included. Enjoy beautiful views while you BBQ on your deck. 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin. Fully finished 1 bedroom apartment in the first 2 car garage. The second garage can also store 2 cars.

102 FT. SUNRISE LAKE FRONTAGE

230 W. Logan St., Lake City $96,0004 bedroom house sits just short distance from sandy bottom of Lake Missaukee. Road end access to enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and other water and winter activities. 1-1/2 bathrooms, full basement, garage, large deck off dining room through slider, 1 owner house, oversized backyard.

LAKE MISSAUKEE

21099 11 Mile, Ashton $46,000Great starter or rental home for an investor to own. 2 bedroom home in downtown Ashton. 2nd lot included. Adjoins the White Pine Trail so enjoy biking or walking for miles...nice size deck and storage shed.

AFFORDABLE OPPORTUNITY

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231-884-1386 775-7980Jim MeierVACANT/COMMERCIAL

$1,300,000Picture yourself enjoying 400 heavily wooded acres that adjoin another 500 acres of State of Michigan timber land. Enjoy a warming fire in the fieldstone fireplace. From inside the log cabin along the banks of the Muskegon River, look out at all the wildlife roaming through your forest.

RIVER FRONTAGE

10 Wooded Acres $9,900

5 Acres - Mesick $12,000

Building Lot in Clam Lake Township $12,000

17 Wooded Acres$12,400

12 Acres LeRoy $14,900

27.5 Acres North of Cadillac Price Reduction - $19,300

24 Acres - Mesick $29,900

Commercial Behind Herraduras $49,900

10 Acres City of Cadillac $60,000

21 Wooded Acres AdjoiningFederal Forest $62,000

Lot for Medical Office - $79,900

40 Acres - Osceola County$79,900

11 Acre Building Site on Strawberry Lake

$100,000

79 Acres - Hunting$150,000

3774 Old US 131 Hwy., Manton NEW PRICE $195,000

Beautiful, natural hardwood throughout most of the main level. Solid surface countertops in kitchen. Bathrooms are ceramic tile. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on 2.99 acres. Family room in the fully finished lower level. 1st floor laundry mudroom combination. Screened porch and covered porch. An open airy feel to the living room that flows to the kitchen and dining room. 2 car attached plus 4 car detached garage.

OPEN FLOOR PLAN ON 2.99 ACRES

2310 North Blvd. $286,0006 rental units across from Lake Cadillac. 4 - one bedroom units lease for $525 per month and 1 - one bedroom apartment leases for $600. The 2 bedroom house could be used for the landlord or could be leased at $775 monthly. Several long term tenants. (Gross leases in 2013 was $40,331).

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!

9401 M-115 NEW PRICE $64,000View Stoneledge Lake from the large windows in the living room of this 3 bedroom home. Full basement could be finished for additional living area. Sits on large 1+ acre wooded lot. Very large pole barn for all your toys. Estate sale. House needs updating.

STONELEDGE LAKE

267 W. Lake Drive $199,00060 of Lake Mitchell water frontage for you to enjoy summer water activities. In the winter ice fish or snowmobile right in front of your house. Beautiful fieldstone fireplace with wood stove insert to warm you. After you have been out enjoying the winter, stop at the sauna to relax. 60 concrete seawall with 4 walkway.

LAKE MITCHELL WATER FRONTAGE

432 Kentucky St., Cadillac $104,900A country setting for this 3 bedroom, 2 bath, site built (stick built) ranch home that is move-in ready. Huge lot (1.6 acres) for the kids to run. 1st floor laundry. Very large living room, dining room combination. Slider to back yard, 3+ car attached garage. Close to City of Cadillac but with lower township property taxes. Walking distance to Lake Cadillac.

COUNTRY SETTING

8223 W. 18 Rd., Mesick $300,000Beautiful home with 120 ft. of water frontage on Hodenpyl Dam Pond which is the back water ofthe Manistee River. Four season porch overlooks that all-sports lake. A deck coveres the length of the back of the home. Top-of-the-line appliances in the kitchen which has ceramic tile floors. 3 bedroom, 3 bath house built in 2008.

WATER FRONTAGE

18913 Cleveland, Tustin $52,000Less than a 1/4 mile from the White Pine. Ride right from your home. Great for summer activities: jogging, biking, horse riding. Enjoy your morning coffee and enjoy the wildlife as you sit on the multi-level deck. 1990 top of the line single wide home with 2 bedrooms on 5 acres. Many updates - windows 2005; water heater and furnace (2012); well in 2013 and metal roof (spring 2014).

ATTENTION SNOWMOBILERS

165 E. North Shore $149,900Condo living-no yard work. Situated on 9 acres, 660 feet of shared Lake Cadillac water frontage. Private swimming area and boat docks. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1 1/2 story condo with A/C. 2 car attached garage with lots of storage. Plus additional storage available in common area.

LAKE CADILLAC FRONTAGE!

918 Stimson St. $184,900Beautiful large city lot at the end of a cul-de-sac. Huge backyard that is partially landscaped grass and partially wooded. You will enjoy sitting in the 3 season porch that overlooks the backyard. 3 wood burning fireplaces, 5 bedrooms with hardwood floors.

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MILLION DOLLAR VIEW & HOME TOO - See for miles, enjoy fantastic sunsets! Hillside chalet built around the view, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, walkout basement, multi-level decking, wrapped Western sunroom, living w/fireplace, upper level family room, basement, 1st floor laundry, View of Bear Lake. Too many amenities to list. Only $148,000. #2897

AFFORDABLE RETREAT - Modest 1 story cottage in 4 seasons paradise, close to Pere Marquette River. 2 bedrooms, open floor plan, attached 2 car garage. Ideal weekend getaway or summer home. Sits back from road. Great hunting, fishing & snowmobile area. Government land nearby! Storage shed, level site w/pines & partially fenced backyard. Needs your creative touches. Site size .67 A m/l. Only $20,315. #2894

PINE RIVER PROPERTY - Secluded, wooded, surveyed 10 acre parcel w/electric & telephone. Level to rolling land. Ideal for your log home or vacation cabin! Site slopes towards river. Nice pines. Great fishing area! Easement bisects parcel. Over 250 river frontage! Parcel is Parcel E! Survey available. Close to Tustin & snow trails! Buy one or both! $35,000. #2895

UNIQUE PROPERTY - 1 story home with open floor plan, 4 bedrooms, fireplace in living room, den, 1560 sq. ft., fenced garden, super 3 bay garage, great hobby farm, close to Cadillac 8.27 acres. $69,900. #2903

WELLSTON AREA, 11.73 ACRES, mostly wooded, bordered on east property by 40 acres of National Forest land. Ideal for hunting, camping, great place for 4 season cabin or log home. Close to snow trails and other recreational areas. Short drive to Manistee or Pine Rivers. Only $27,500. #2899

AFFORDABLE COMMERCIAL BUILDING - Main Street Marion, 1 story, 2161 sq. ft. with 2 baths, kitchen area, basement, corner site, ample parking. Great for retail or office service type business. Immediate occupancy. Only $29,900. #2889

CUSTOM BUILT RANCH, split bedroom layout, open living area, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, full basement, attached oversized 2 car garage, rear deck, covered porch, large garden spot, 2 acres. Immediate occupancy. Now $88,700. #2891. Call Shirley at 231-779-2515.

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CLAM LAKE TOWNSHIP ACREAGE - Great building site or recreational in-vestment! Level to rolling residential ag-ricultural 6.17 acres open to rolling land, stand of tall red pine at rear of property, 2.5 acre fenced pasture, 2 metal build-ings. Short drive to City of Cadillac or Berry Lake. 740 road frontage on black-top road. Only $34,000. #2898

IDEAL 4 SEASON GETAWAY - Great recreational location close to state land, mushroom country, rivers, and snow trails! Present use is 3 two bedroom, 1 bath apartments, partial basement, and attached 1 car storage garage. Corner site, total bedrooms - 6, 3 baths, 3 kitchens, 1594 sf, lot is 56x226, newer well and septic system. Hoxeyville area. All for only $60,000. #2873

SUMMER CLEARANCE SALE!! - Newer ranch 2 bedrooms, 2 main floor baths, third bedroom in lower level, large fenced lot, partially finished basement, 2 car detached garage. GREAT STARTER OR RETIRMENT HOME. ony $69,000. Call Shirley #2892

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INVESTOR ALERT! REED CITY BUNGALOW - Convenient central location. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large kitchen and formal dining room, partial basement, new shingles and furnace, 2 car garage, fenced yard. NOW ONLY $25,000. #2890

CEDAR CREEK RANCH - Ranch home with split bedroom floor plan. Large master bedroom with private bath and jetted tub. Kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances. Dining area has slider to large deck, partially finished basement. With egress windows, oversized attached garage. Cedar Creek frontage. 2.83 A. Only $109,000. #2904

RECREATIONAL PARADISE! 4 season CABIN for hunters, anglers, snow lovers and nature lovers, this is the place for you! Cozy 2 bedroom retreat with lodge decor! Located on 14 recreational acres with mixed hardwoods near Crystal Mountain, close to 2 rivers, snow trails abound, great fishing area, ONLY 20 minutes to Lake Michigan and Traverse City, 1 car garage too. Yours for only $64,900. #2908 Call Brian.

IDEAL STARTER/RETIREMENT HOME OR COTTAGE! 2 bedroom, 1 story home with basement and large corner lot. Partially updated interior, newer furnace, mature shade trees, nice storage shed and a sand box for the kids! Baldwin area. Only $23,900 #2905

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The housing market is thriving in many parts of the country, and the driving force is an estimated 92 million Gen Now consumers between the ages of 19 and 37 (aka Gen Y or Millennials) that will enter the market to become new homebuyers by the year 2020. These consumers have grown up during the introduction of the Internet, social networking, mobile devices and a huge recession. Not surprising, this massive group is demanding far different features in their homes from what their parents and grandparents have desired in the past, and it may forever change the way homes are designed and built in the future.

Gen Now is taking a fresh approach to homeownership by seeking simpler living with smart upgrades, says Carl Hill, director of marketing at Clayton Homes. They want modern styles and technologies without feeling like they are living beyond their means.

Top housing trends among this generation include:

Socialization Open floor plans are a must. They want spaces to work

together and encourage interaction, not separation. The kitchen is still viewed as the heart of the home, and it must be a place where socialization can thrive. Other spaces must work with the flow of the home, with thoughtful design used for bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry spaces. Built-in storage is a must to maximize the utility of space.

Energy efficient design This generation sees their homes as a reflection of their

own values, and because so many of them value green living, they want a home that complements this lifestyle. Energy-efficient upgrades are considered a worthwhile

investment, such as upgraded appliances and ENERGY STAR certification.

Tech-friendly features The modern homebuyer wants a home that is connected

seamlessly with their smart devices, and that means incorporating plenty of tech-friendly gadgets and wireless features into the home design. Electronic drop zones next to entranceways, device recharging stations in work areas and family rooms, and plenty of home-automation upgrades in the kitchen and entertainment spaces are what Gen Y wants in a home today.

Adaptable spaces Modern homebuyers have a keen eye for use of space and

how they will need to use these areas, which is why they want homes that flex to meet their changing needs. Rooms created for transitional use might include a flexible game/entertainment room, or an office that can easily be morphed into a nursery in the future.

Modern design A savvy group when it comes to their design preferences,

this generation may take a simpler approach to living, but they want their spaces to be full of style and functionality. They love integrating bright color, thoughtful design and rich texture throughout interiors. They want a home that is a reflection of their own personal style - something more unique than the cookie-cutter home designs they associate with their parents generation. They want a mindful and organized approach to customization to craft a house they can call a home for many years to come.

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M-21113422 $179,9003 bedroom, 2 bath, 1152 sq. ft. home on all sports Rose Lake. Enjoy 90 ft. lakefront and one of the nicest stretches of firm sand bottom beach on the lake! Kitchen features cherry cabinets, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances. Living room includes stone faced fireplace. Living & dining rooms both feature sliding glass doors to deck overlooking the lake. Cedar tongue & groove finishing in parts of great room and hall. This Redman BOCA MODULAR home will finance the same as a site built home. Make this piece of up-north paradise your own! See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

ROSE LAKE

M-21113475 $435,0003 bedroom, 3 bath, 3390 sq. ft. w/100 ft. Lake Mitchell frontage. Premium site averages 242 ft. deep w/spectacular sunset view. Wall of windows face lake, bonus sunroom & open floor plan. Finished basement has rec or family room w/brick fireplace. Kitchen includes Corian countertops, wood flooring, gourmet white finish cabinetry. Double oven built into brick wall with fireplace that faces breakfast room. 3/4 bath located just off family entrance area w/easy access from beach. If you have always wanted one of these few Lake Mitchell homes on an estate size parcel, NOW is your chance! See photos www.mikesellscadillac.com

LARGE SITE ON LAKE MITCHELL

M-21113328 $334,9003 bedroom, 4 bath home on 111 ft. of Stone Ledge Lake frontage, an all-sports lake with no public access point. Vaulted living room with a wall of windows toward the lake, impressive fireplace, deck access from sliding glass door wall. Galley style kitchen w/quality cabinetry and formal dining. Main floor master suite w/walk-in closet and sliding glass door access to lakeside deck. Walkout level includes full bath, possible 4th bedroom (just add a closet), spacious family room w/wet bar and lounge area plus a complete home theater. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

STONE LEDGE LAKE

M-21114044 $109,0004 bedroom, 2 bath home with 2,310 sq. ft. Ranch style home is move-in ready w/hard surface flooring in public areas and carpeting in bedrooms, light-filled living room with gas fireplace. Spacious kitchen w/oak cabinetry, sliding glass door from dining area to backyard, master bedroom w/attached bath. Walk-out lower level features family room w/new carpeting, 4th bedroom, and spacious laundry room. 2-car attached garage, wooded and private backyard. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

CONVENIENT LOCATION

LAKE CADILLAC CONDO

M-21113583 $265,0002 bedroom, 3 bath, 2300 sq. ft. condo. Spacious kitchen w/solid surface countertop and GE Profile appliances. Home includes oak trim, ceramic tile, fresh paint & recent carpet update. Master suite w/walk-in closet, private bath and sitting room/office. Enjoy a life of leisure at North Shores Condominiums - youve earned the break! Long term lease possible: 12 month, $1,000/month, seller pays monthly HOA, renter pays utilities. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21113272 $269,9003 bedroom, 3 bath, 1812 sq. ft. home on beautiful Lake Mitchell. Living room has vaulted ceiling and brick wall fireplace. Island style kitchen offers breakfast nook and access to the waterfront deck. Main level bedroom w/adjacent bath can be used as the master domain or guest suite. Upper level master suite & additional bedroom provide awesome water views. 3rd level could be developed into living space with a water view. Lake Mitchell is connected to Lake Cadillac by a canal and together the 2 lakes provide a water playground of 3,730 acres! See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

LAKE MITCHELL

M-21112565 $164,9003 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2391 sq. ft. with 50 ft. of owned Lake Cadillac frontage. Private lakefront deck w/terrific sunset views. Recent updates include windows, furnace and maintenance-free exterior siding. Home features include hardwood floors, brick fireplace and large kitchen. Master suite w/access to bathroom and walk-in closet. Formal dining with French style glass door leads to backyard deck. Attached 1-car garage and detached 2-car garage. Aluminum framed dock included in the sale. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

LAKE CADILLAC FRONTAGE

M-21113421 $359,0004 bedroom, 4 bath, 2200 sq. ft. home on Lake Cadillac. Floor plan is open and airy, well oriented to the lakefront lifestyle w/great lake views. Two master suites w/private baths, waterfront deck accessed from dining or family room areas. All bedrooms have generous dimensions so everyone is comfortable. Enjoy a day on the lake or take a short walk or ride to downtown Cadillacs shops, businesses, restaurants and parks. This is a home youll love and a location that cant be beat. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

BEAUTIFUL LAKE CADILLAC

M-21113793 $159,0002 bedroom, 2 bath, 1900 sq. ft. home with 42x6 dock/boat mooring area. Double back lot, park-like setting. Home offers baths on both levels, open concept, and plenty of south facing windows for maximum sun exposure. Large deck space on both sides of home, 2+ car detached garage. Benefit from the use of Lake Mitchell and Lake Cadillac - 3,730 acres of all sports activity water -- using the boat navigable canal. Super vacation getaway or year-round residence. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

LAKE MITCHELL

M-21114115 $194,5004 bedroom, 2 bath full log ranch style home with 1800 sq. ft. Open beam ceilings on main level, master suite w/fireplace and second fireplace in living room. Main level bath has claw foot tub and custom ceramic shower room. Large kitchen; dining room with sliding glass door to deck where you can enjoy the view of 20 wooded acres. Walkout basement can be finished to increase living space. Pond is fed by Spaulding Creek; owner reports excellent Whitetail hunting and near federal land. Only 7 miles from Cadillac w/privacy that feels like the middle of nowhere. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

20 ACRES WITH POND

M-21112151 $224,900Licensed daycare & preschool center established in 1993. Original building constructed in 1956; addition in 2002, new drainfield 2004, new commercial boiler (for heating system) in 2010, well motor new 2013, professional carpet cleaning Dec. 2013. Profitable, well-run business, income figures to be shared with proven qualified prospects. Currently, center participants range in age from infant to 12 years. Site includes playground, basketball court and covered picnic area. Licensing required for continued operation. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

M-21112182 $115,9003 bedroom, 2 bath, 2304 sq. ft. home with a partial view of Lake Cadillac. Easy access to bike path, downtown and all of greater Cadillac. Recreational opportunities include water sports, parks, hunting, fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. Ranch style home with a finished basement that offers potential space for more bedrooms. Maintenance-free exterior, new shingles in 2010, heated 3-car garage. This home would make a terrific residence or vacation place. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

NEAR LAKE CADILLAC

M-21112845 $107,9005 bedroom, 2 bath, 1784 sq. ft. home on 1 acre site with a beautiful view. Just minutes from downtown Cadillac and lakes Cadillac and Mitchell, this family home offers a spacious floor pan, main floor laundry, newer natural gas forced air furnace and wood burning add-on system. Home features 2-car attached garage w/insulated walls and RV storage bay, storage barn, and a clean, dry basement for additional storage and workshop area. This is a clean, value-packed home ready for your family. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com

5 BEDROOM HOME

M- 21109842 $189,000Large north end retail space! 6,720 square feet of showroom or sales floor with office and warehouse space, too! Paved parking, covered entry, showcase windows, terrific signage and attractive landscaping. This newer building offers the ingredients to help your business succeed and grow. Previously used as a furniture store and excellent potential for many other applications. Put this high traffic location to use in promoting your business! See photos on website www.mikesellscadillac.com.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

M-21111960 $500,000Daves Yamaha of Cadillac is one of the longest owned Yamaha franchises in the State of Michigan. 40 years in business, this operation has survived the test of time and offers the opportunity for future growth. This 2 line of business shop has both Yamaha and Suzuki franchises, also Yamaha ATV, personal watercraft, snowmobile and generator franchises, e-ton franchise, too! Sale will include tools, extensive equipment inventory, office equipment and over 1 acre of property. See more photos on website www.mikesellscadillac.com.

ICON OF INDUSTRY

M- 21112536 $78,000Professional office building with an attractive brick facade in downtown Cadillac. Previously used as an optometrists office, building features a large waiting room reception area, 2 large offices, 2 baths and other offices/storage rooms. Front and back entrances, owned parking lot for 6 vehicles behind the building has direct access to back entranceway. Street parking on Mitchell, Harris, Beech and Shelby Streets. See photos on www.mikesellscadillac.com.

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If this years summer vacation plans involve more hardware than beachwear, dont fret. Just apply tried-and-true trip-planning principles to your staycation renovation plans and you can ensure both your time and money are well spent.

Set a budgetYou would rarely take a

vacation without setting a limit on the amount of money you can spend. That budget affects your destination and hotel choices, length of stay and more.

The same principle goes for your home improvement vacation. Set a budget for tools, supplies and new purchases as you decide whether youre investing in big renovations, like installing new cabinets, or small touches, like a new area rug. Be sure to consider small, added perks as youre building your budget. For instance, you likely wont want to cook in the midst of a kitchen remodel, so dont forget to include money in your budget for restaurant meals or take-out.

Splurge a littleEvery vacation needs a guilt-free splurge item. If your

time off will be spent working on your home, youll thank yourself later for selecting a high quality paint. Choose a premium paint, like Accolade Interior Paint + Primer from Pratt & Lambert. Not only will your home look beautiful, but because higher quality paint goes on smoother and often in fewer coats, youll save yourself time and avoid frustration during the application process. Plus, a superior paint will last longer, look new for years and be easier to maintain, so you can sit back and relax

when your next vacation rolls around.

Plan aheadYou would never begin preparing for a trip the day you

leave. In order to make the best use of your time, the same level of planning should be considered when using time off for home improvement projects.

Youll want to determine the projects youd like to complete several weeks before your staycation begins. Start by creating a prioritized list so you focus time on the tasks that matter most to you, whether that is painting the kitchen, installing a new vanity in the bathroom or reorganizing the garage. Then, just as you wouldnt shop for flip flops and bathing suits on your way to the beach, dont shop for brushes, rollers, spackle and caulk on the day you want to start your projects.

Be sure to select paint colors ahead of time. Pick up color chips at your local hardware store or paint retailer or bring home tinted samples to try out and come to a color conclusion before your time off begins.

Eye your itineraryYou may not need to compile a minute-by-minute

breakdown of your days activities, but its a good idea to develop an itinerary of to-dos and project milestones to accomplish each day.

Scheduling a no work day mid-week can help you maintain your sanity. Use this day to sit outside, go see a movie or do just about anything other than work on your home. Its a nice break and prompts you to unwind and de-stress. Finally, end the week with a celebration to appreciate all youve accomplished.

Even though there is much to be done on a home improvement holiday, there are ways to be sure you enjoy that time. Approach the time off like any other vacation - with some planning, patience and prudent expectations - and youre well on your way.

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