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New Listing: 375 Big Bay Dr.. Holland, MI MLS#:12008905 Lake Macatawa Waterfront! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 729 Browne Ave. Muskegon, MI MLS#:12008852 Mona lake Waterfront! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 509 S. 168th Ave. Holland, MI MLS#:12008662 Lake Mac Assocation Access! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 7625 Margaret Ave. West Olive, MI MLS#:12007932 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 6476 Wildcreek Dr. Holland, MI MLS#:12007509 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
https://picasaweb.google.com/113823270671707632274/WildCreek?authkey=Gv1sRgCKGIu4qd9-brvwE#slideshow/5707244778954273218With videos: Michiganders coming back home to growing economy
Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:24:00 +0000
With Michigan leading the nation in new job growth and the Federal Reserve projecting Michigan is on track to lead all other states in job growth over the next six months, a growing number of Michiganders are seeing the opportunities of coming home.MSNBC this week trumpeted the state’s economic growth during an interviewwith Gov. Rick Snyder who addressed Congressional panels with Michael Finney, President and CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. They appeared before Congress to testify on job creation and how Michigan can serve as a role model for other states.Detroit, Grand Rapids and Lansing all recently ranked in the top 10 for growth in manufacturing and other sectors. Just last week, President Obama similarly touted Michigan’s national leadership in advanced manufacturing and research and development. Bloomberg Businessweek also spotlighted the state’s growth.They also said spoke of unleashing “the Era of Innovation” by empowering talented people through the ‘Three Cs: Connecting, Collaborating and Creating.’Michiganders who left the state and were drawn back by Pure Michigan opportunities are featured in a new Pure Michigan MiAdvantage video out today.“I am who I am because of the education in this state, growing up in this state,” notes Jonathan Seyferth, a Central Michigan University graduate who moved to Wyoming and was recently drawn back. “I wanted to make sure that if I had the opportunity to have a positive impact, I was going to take advantage of that.”With a renewed focus on attracting and retaining talent, the MEDC Talent Team is looking to attract talented former residents in hard-to-fill or growing fields to MichAGAIN. The next event is slated for next week in Orlando, Fla.Amy Cell, MEDC Vice President for Talent Enhancement, calls MichAGAIN a way to connect this valuable pool of talent to employers who are currently seeking to fill critical jobs.Through partnerships with universities and alumni associations, the MichAGAIN program seeks to appeal to former residents, educating them on growth opportunities.The MichAGAIN team also has plans to be in Austin, Texas March 9-13 and San Francisco May 8-10. For a complete listing and up to date information visit them at www.michagain.org.Other upcoming talent-focused events and initiatives highlighting great Michigan opportunities are also in the works, including:MiVirturalCareerFair: The very first state-sponsored virtual career fair aimed at filling the hottest IT and high tech positions. On February 15, job seekers will have the opportunity to interact with Michigan businesses, actively recruiting highly-skilled candidates through a live, 3-D virtual environment. Search jobs, submit resumes, and network from the comfort of your own home or office. Register today!LiveWorkDetroit: Detroit is one of the hottest places in the country to live and work. LiveWorkDetroit gives college graduates and young professionals the opportunity to see it in person. Hear directly from employers eager to hire the best and brightest. New events are scheduled nearly every month, find out more at www.mitalent.org/LiveWorkDetroit.Opportunity Spotlight: Features a list of in-demand jobs, rapidly hiring employers and key training programs for people in transitions, provided by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Workforce Development Agency.Pure Michigan Talent Connect: Featuring nearly 80,000 current jobs along with career exploration tools. The site serves the gateway for employers to find talent and job seekers to find new career opportunities. Begin your search at www.mitalent.org.The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, a public-private partnership serving as the state’s marketing arm and lead agency for business, talent and jobs, focuses on helping grow Michigan’s economy. For more on the MEDC and its initiatives, visit michiganadvantage.orgFri, 03 Feb 2012 16:41:00 +0000
New Listing: 1244 Waukazoo Dr. Holland, MI MLS#:12006531 Lake Macatawa Waterfront! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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Back On The Market: 300 Rath St. Ludington, MI. MLS#:12006354 Waterfront Condo! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:03:00 +0000
New Listing: 295 Silver Ridge Dr. Holland, MI MLS#:12006347 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
https://picasaweb.google.com/113823270671707632274/SilverRidge295?authkey=Gv1sRgCNvHk77qlfr9EQ#slideshow/5704579527531669090National Association of Realtors Survey Results
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:39:00 +0000
The National Association of Realtors® surveys homebuyers and sellers each year to uncover housing trends and monitor changes taking place in the industry. This year's report highlights a number of trends that haven't been seen in years. Here are just 11 highlights from the 2011 report.
1. In 2011, 37% of homebuyers were first-time buyers - which was down from 50% in 2010.
2. Last year, 88% of homebuyers used the Internet to search for a home. That number was down slightly from a high of 90% in 2009.
3. The typical homebuyer searched for 12 weeks and viewed 12 homes.
4. The number of buyers who purchased their home through a real estate agent or broker climbed to 89% - a share that has steadily increased from 69% in 2001.
5. Nearly 1 out of 4 buyers said the application and approval process was "somewhat more difficult" than expected…and 16% reported it was "much more difficult" than expected.
6. About half of home sellers traded up to a larger and more expensive home…and 60% traded up to a new home.
7. The top 3 factors influencing neighborhood choice were: the quality of the neighborhood, the convenience to job, and the overall affordability of homes.
8. The typical seller lived in their home for 9 years. That number has increased from 6 years in 2007.
9. Although 61% of sellers said they reduced their asking price at least once, the average home sold for 95% of the listing price.
10. Only 10% of sellers sold their homes without the assistance of a real estate agent. Of those people, 40% knew the buyer prior to the sale.
11. The typical "for sale by owner" home sold for $150,000 compared to $215,000 for the average agent-assisted home sale.
All Contents ©2012 The National Association of Realtors®.Lake Macatawa Real Estate Market Statistics
Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:21:00 +0000
Lake Macatawa Sales are robust. Currently on Lake Macatawa there are 16 homes or condos for sale ranging from $425,000 to $1,895,000 in price with the average listing price of $856,169. And the good news is there are currently 7 sales pending, a closing in the near future, and the average list price of those seven sales is $599,686.
In the past 12 months there were 15 Lake Macatawa homes or condos that sold with an average sales price of $653,667. They ranged from a condo at $275,000 to $1,125,000 with 3 of the 15 sales at or above $1 million.The market seems to be responding nicely to the interest rates. I am in the process of doing a few refinances on investment properties and got a 3.25% rate (with all closing costs rolled in at that rate) for a 15-year fixed rate mortgage. 30 year rates and Jumbo loans (over $417,500) are a bit higher. Lots of good buys still out there!Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:17:00 +0000
NEW Price: 39532 Wilderness Dunes Ln. Covert, MI. MLS# 11016572. Lake Michigan Waterfront . Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:35:00 +0000
New Listing: 5015 Anderfind Dr. Ludington, MI MLS#:12005948 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 2309 Lakewood Blvd. Holland, MI MLS#:12005731 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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New Listing: 11 Feather Ridge Rd. Montague, MI MLS#:12004222 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
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$50,000 Price Reduction: 9840 S. North Hulbeert Rd. Hulbert, MI 90 Acres in U.P.! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:18:00 +0000
New Listing: 792 Pine Bay Ave. Holland, MI MLS#: 12003420. Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
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Back On Market: 9441 Cooper Creek, Freesoil, MI. MLS#: 12003384. 30 acrea & Lake MI waterfront! Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
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Back On Market: 2372 Belmont Way. Holland, MI. MLS#: 12003354 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
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Back On Market: 340 Wren Ln. Holland, MI. MLS#: 12003443 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
https://picasaweb.google.com/113823270671707632274/WrenLn340?authkey=Gv1sRgCP_-3faZwIm7Jw#slideshow/5698598053969373634National Association of Realtors® Survey Results
Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:28:00 +0000
The National Association of Realtors® surveys homebuyers and sellers each year to uncover housing trends and monitor changes taking place in the industry. This year's report highlights a number of trends that haven't been seen in years. Here are just 11 highlights from the 2011 report.
1. In 2011, 37% of homebuyers were first-time buyers - which was down from 50% in 2010.
2. Last year, 88% of homebuyers used the Internet to search for a home. That number was down slightly from a high of 90% in 2009.
3. The typical homebuyer searched for 12 weeks and viewed 12 homes.
4. The number of buyers who purchased their home through a real estate agent or broker climbed to 89% - a share that has steadily increased from 69% in 2001.
5. Nearly 1 out of 4 buyers said the application and approval process was "somewhat more difficult" than expected…and 16% reported it was "much more difficult" than expected.
6. About half of home sellers traded up to a larger and more expensive home…and 60% traded up to a new home.
7. The top 3 factors influencing neighborhood choice were: the quality of the neighborhood, the convenience to job, and the overall affordability of homes.
8. The typical seller lived in their home for 9 years. That number has increased from 6 years in 2007.
9. Although 61% of sellers said they reduced their asking price at least once, the average home sold for 95% of the listing price.
10. Only 10% of sellers sold their homes without the assistance of a real estate agent. Of those people, 40% knew the buyer prior to the sale.
11. The typical "for sale by owner" home sold for $150,000 compared to $215,000 for the average agent-assisted home sale.
All Contents ©2012 The National Association of Realtors®.Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:35:00 +0000
New Listing: 1194 Beach Dr. Holland, MI. MLS#: 12002946 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
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New Listing: 1150 S. Harbor St. Grand Haven, MI. MLS#: 12002941 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com
https://picasaweb.google.com/113823270671707632274/Harbor1150?authkey=Gv1sRgCN3N7tnshuqRigE#slideshow/5696834396615622098A Quick Glance Back On 2011
Fri, 06 Jan 2012 20:48:00 +0000
January
January 11 – Flooding and mudslides in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro kills 903.FebruaryFebruary 3 - The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation announces that world food prices have risen to a record highMarchMarch 23 – Elizabeth Taylor, British-American actress died (b. 1932)AprilApril 29 – An estimated two billion people] watch the wedding of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey in London.MayMay 1 – U.S. President Barack Obama announces that Osama bin Laden, the founder and leader of the militant group Al-Qaeda, has been killed during an American military operation in Pakistan.JuneJune 4 – Chile's Puyehue volcano erupts, causing air traffic cancellations across South America, New Zealand, Australia and forcing over 3,000 people to evacuate.JulyJuly 7 – The world's first artificial organ transplant is achieved, using an artificial windpipe coated with stem cells.AugustAugust 5 - NASA announces that its Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter captured photographic evidence of possible liquid water on Mars during warm seasons.SeptemberSeptember 5 – India and Bangladesh sign a pact to end their 40-year border demarcation disputeOctoberOctober 31 - Date selected by the UN as the symbolic date when global population reaches seven billionNovemberNovember 26 – The Mars Science Laboratory rover Curiosity, the most elaborate Martian exploration vehicle to date, is launched from the Kennedy Space Center. It is slated to land on Mars on August 5, 2012.DecemberDecember 15 – The United States formally declares an end to the Iraq WarNobel PrizesChemistry – Dan ShechtmanEconomics – Christopher A. Sims and Thomas J. SargentLiterature – Tomas TranströmerPeace – Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Leymah Gbowee and Tawakel KarmanPhysics – Saul Perlmutter, Adam G. Riess, and Brian P. SchmidtPhysiology or Medicine – Bruce A. Beutler, Jules A. Hoffmann, and Ralph M. SteinmanFri, 06 Jan 2012 16:49:00 +0000
New Listing: 6488 146th Ave. Holland, MI. MLS#: 10020697 Call Andrea Crossman Group today for more information 616-355-6387 or visit: http://www.waterfront-luxuryhomes.com/
Andrea Crossman Group
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