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2008 Oakland County Assessed Property Values Tumble
2008-01-25 02:14:00
Updated January 25, 2008 According to Andrew Sawmiller in the January 23, 2008 edition of The Spinal Column weekly for the Lakes Area of western Oakland County "Lakes Area" assessed property values decreased by an average of single digits in 2008. According to the article, "only two communities in Oakland County did not have a decrease in property value...." (Look under Archives January 23, 2008 for the entire article after the week of January 21 - 26, 2008)The following local communities were highlighted in Andrew's article Residential property values declining across western Oakland CountyCommerce and Wolverine Lake property owners will see an average drop of 5.27 percent in their residential property values.Milford's average residential property assessment values fell by 2.55 percent in the last year.Orchard Lake homeowners may see an unprecedented decrease in their property's assessed value. Sailer said he expects to see a decrease of about 2 percent on average.Walled Lake is...
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Changes to Active Rain Site Search
2008-01-18 17:11:00
I would like to thank Active Rain for changing the site search engine. Previously everyone was able to search Profiles, Groups, Blogs, and Blog Comments. The search engine has been changed.The updated version allows you to enter your search word or phrase and select Search . You can now decide after the search results come up whether to further sort your search by:BlogsGroupsMembersQuestionsAllI encourage everyone to make use of the search tab on the top menu bar. This is a great tool that you can use to find answers to your questions or search for ideas when you have writers block.
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How to Melt Five Inches of Ice in Five Days
2008-01-10 03:47:00
Global warming?...El Nina?...Year ending with an "8"...what ever! I should not be able to fish from the end of my dock on January 9, 2008. Nope, I did not have to chop a hole or even skim ice. Just baited the hook with a couple of wax worms, drop it into the water, and pull out Blue Gill. ; &nbs p; &nb sp; &n bsp; & nbsp; ; &nbs p; &nb sp; &n bsp; November 2007 Oakland County (Pontiac) Temperatures ; &nbs p; This has been a very unusual winter in southeastern Michigan. From the middle of November through the middle of Decemb...
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Southeastern Michigan Real Estate Agents: Inexpensive Website with IDX Sea
2008-01-09 04:10:00
Since coming to my new broker, I've received numerous requests for information about free and or inexpensive websites. (Members Only post) Sure there are plenty of good agent websites, but once you start incorporating Internet Data eXchange, IDX, search capabilities the dollars start to flow.In late November, I found out about Online Connexions while inquiring about FTP feed providers. I tested the site in December and eventually decided this was the best and easiest website providing IDX search for the money.Online Connexions out of Flint Michigan has been working with real estate professionals for approximately 10 years. They offer an agent expandable real estate website with IDX search from Realcomp, MiRealsource, Flint Area Association of Realtors, or Lapeer and Upper Thumb Association (LUTAR). If you are an agent within any of these MLS's I suggest taking a look at an Online Connexions website. Here's a partial list of clients. Those of you that are Flying Tig...
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Oakland County Residential Home Sales Increase Slightly
2008-01-09 02:59:00
Preliminary numbers for residential homes sold in Oakland County Michigan indicate a slight increase in sales during 2007. According to my search of all residential homes sold by Realtors® (based upon all homes listed and sold by all real estate companies and recorded on Realcomp II Ltd as of January 8, 2008)During 2007 there were 10328 homes sold as compared to 9991 homes sold during 2006. Median sale prices decreased almost 10 percent in relation to 2006. Most value decreases were caused by the glut of foreclosure homes on the market.Complete information from all Multiple Listing Services, for the first 10 months of 2007, is available at http://mirealtors.com/ by searching under Housing Statistics on the left side or top menu of the page.Totals above do not include private sales of residential homes. Information that is more complete will be available from Oakland County Public Records shortly.Looking for specific information on your home? An online Home Evaluation will provid...
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How Many Homes Sold in Commerce Michigan in 2007?
2008-01-07 01:21:00
Commerce Township Michigan 2007 Home SalesPrice Statistics Legend of Sold Homes **For the 299 listings:For the 299 Sold listings:Average List Price$272,507.00Average Sold Price$248,155.00Median List Price $259,900.00Median Sold Price $240,000.00Highest List Price$740,500.00Highest Sold Price$670,000.00Lowest List Price$52,800.00Lowest Sold Price$1.00Average Days on Market 143 Days ** Information based upon a search of Commerce Twp on Realcomp II LTD Multiple Listing Service, January 6, 2008. Information from all homes listed and sold by all real estate companies. Corrected 1/8/2007Breaking down home sales for 2007 within Commerce and Commerce Twp Michigan: Of these sales 216 homes were not lakefront properties. Many homes in Commerce have lake privileges. 83 homes were waterfront homes which were those homes having property frontage bordering a lake, canal, or river. 62 of these homes were on area All-sport or those not having a no wake or no motorized watercraft designatio...
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21st Century Businesses WWW is a Natural in the Water-Winter Wonderland Sta
2008-01-06 03:35:00
There is an old idiom that goes something like "I'm glad it wasn't a snake or it would have bit me" to emphasize the inability to see the obvious. Well, it seems to the State of Michigan is missing a potentially productive 21st Century business advertising campaign to attract Internet and Technology based business by using the State of Michigan nickname "Water -Winter Wonderland. I doubt any other State in the nation could provide a better place for Internet based or new technology start-ups. This includes those currently suffering in the San Fransisco Bay Area. While I doubt the State would repaint the Mackinaw Bridge, you could purchase a lakefront home in the area for a fraction of the cost in California.If you have a 21st Century Internet Based or Technology business and are looking for the perfect location there are several places in Michigan. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is a great source of information to help you start, expand or relocate your business in...
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8 Free Reasons to Join the White Lake Township Michigan Public Library
2008-01-01 17:52:00
Looking for something to do or considering moving to White Lake Township, Michigan ? Our Public Library may not rival those in the City of Detroit, but they offer a tremendous number of services people in the community. Below are just 10 reasons why you should visit the White Lake Township Public Library this year.Museum Adventure Pass: In cooperation with 162 metro Detroit area libraries, Macy's, members of the Cultural Alliance of Southeastern Michigan and the White Lake Township Public Library, active members can get FREE passes to several local museums, cultural centers, and historical sites. Some places allow two free passes while others allow up to four people. Some of the big players include The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), Cranbrook Art Museum, Motown Historical Museum, and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. More information, website links, and a complete list of FREE pass sites is available at The White Lake Township Public Library website or by visiting the library at 7...
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8 Free Reasons to Join the White Lake Township Michigan Public Library
2008-01-01 17:52:00
Looking for something to do or considering moving to White Lake Township, Michigan ? Our Public Library may not rival those in the City of Detroit, but they offer a tremendous number of services to people in the community. Below are just 8 reasons why you should visit the White Lake Township Public Library this year.Museum Adventure Pass: In cooperation with 162 metro Detroit area libraries, Macy's, members of the Cultural Alliance of Southeastern Michigan and the White Lake Township Public Library, active members can get FREE passes to several local museums, cultural centers, and historical sites. Some places allow two free passes while others allow up to four people. Some of the big players include The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), Cranbrook Art Museum, Motown Historical Museum, and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum. More information, website links, and a complete list of FREE pass sites is available at The White Lake Township Public Library website or by visiting the libra...
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2007 Cost vs Value Home Remodeling Report Now Available
2007-12-03 21:05:00
Attention home sellers and wannabe home sellers! The 2007 Cost vs Value Survey results are now available from Remodeling Magazine Online and Realtor Magazine. Why is this important to you? For over 20 years Remodeling Magazine has surveyed professionals to see what home remodeling and home improvements warranted completion prior to selling. In the East North Central area (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin) Remodeling Magazine Online surveyed NAR members with a series of questions pertaining to the cost of a remodeling bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. They also requested information about additions, backup power, and replacement of items such as roofs, siding, and windows. Professionals were asked not only the estimated costs of these items, but also their professional opinion of the cost recouped by homeowners when the property was sold.Surprisingly, costs recouped ranged from 46.9 percent to only 82.4 percent for the East North Central area. For interi...
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2007 Cost vs Value Home Remodeling Report Now Available (updated 12/5/2007)
2007-12-03 21:05:00
Attention home sellers, buyers, and wannabe home sellers! The 2007 Cost vs Value Survey results are now available from Remodeling Magazine Online and Realtor Magazine. Why is this important to you? For over 20 years Remodeling Magazine has surveyed professionals to see what home remodeling and home improvements warranted completion prior to selling. In the East North Central area (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin) Remodeling Magazine Online surveyed NAR members with a series of questions pertaining to the cost of a remodeling bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. They also requested information about additions, backup power, and replacement of items such as roofs, siding, and windows. Professionals were asked not only the estimated costs of these items, but also their professional opinion of the cost recouped by homeowners when the property was sold.Surprisingly, costs recouped ranged from 46.9 percent to only 82.4 percent for the East North Central area. For interio...
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12 Reasons to Market Your Home During the Holidays
2007-11-18 02:20:00
When the snow is swirling and would-be buyers are scarce, you need to take extra steps to get your home sold. So pour a cup of tea, put another log on the fire, and curl up with these suggestions on how to make your home more attractive and possibly sell during the holiday season or in the upcoming Michigan winter. 12 Tips for Selling Your Home During Holidays and Beyond. 1. Keep snow and ice at bay. Only serious buyers venture out during winter. If the buyer cannot get in easily, the house will not sell. That means keeping walkways and driveways free of the frozen stuff. Just like trimming the lawn in the summer, you want to make the home look well maintained. It can pay in terms of both both getting buyers in the door and protecting yourself to hire a service to regularly salts or shovel the driveway and sidewalks. (don't forget to keep the porch light on after dark and the lock box free from ice and snow - you want buyers in your home) 2. Warm it up. If you are...
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12 Reasons to Market Your Home During the Holidays
2007-11-18 02:20:00
When the snow is swirling and would-be buyers are scarce, you need to take extra steps to get your home sold. So pour a cup of tea, put another log on the fire, and curl up with these suggestions on how to make your home more attractive and possibly sell during the holiday season or in the upcoming Michigan winter. 12 Tips for Selling Your Home During Holidays and Beyond. 1. Keep snow and ice at bay. Only serious buyers venture out during winter. If the buyer cannot get in easily, the house will not sell. That means keeping walkways and driveways free of the frozen stuff. Just like trimming the lawn in the summer, you want to make the home look well maintained. It can pay in terms of both both getting buyers in the door and protecting yourself to hire a service to regularly salts or shovel the driveway and sidewalks. 2. Warm it up. If you are showing your home to it's best advantage during the winter, think warm, cozy, and homey. Keep the thermostat at 70 degrees ...
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Livingston County Area Fall Color Tour (updated newsletter 10/18/2007)
2007-10-16 05:58:00
In a quote from the Screams Ice Cream page on the Livingston County Convention and Visitors Bureau website about Hell Michigan; Someone once said "The road to hell is paved with good intentions." Had they been to Hell, Michigan, they would have added, "And...it's a lovely drive." Peak fall colors can be found in southeastern Michigan between October 20th to November 4th 2007. The State of Michigan. Flint - Brighton - Bloomfield Hills fall color tour is listed as one of the best on the http://Michigan.org website. This 150 mile self driving tour makes for a comfortable weekend activity close to home. Some highlights of the tour include:Highland Lake Recreation Area Proud Lake Recreation AreaIsland Lake Recreation AreaKensington Metro ParkBrighton Recreation AreaPinckney Recreation AreaLakelands Trail State ParkPontiac Lake State ParkFor a complete list of Fall Color Tour s in Michigan including the Flint - Brighton - Bloomfield Hills tour go to the Michiga...
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Livingston County Area Fall Color Tour
2007-10-16 05:58:00
In a quote from the Screams Ice Cream page on the Livingston County Convention and Visitors Bureau website about Hell Michigan; Someone once said "The road to hell is paved with good intentions." Had they been to Hell, Michigan, they would have added, "And...it's a lovely drive." Peak fall colors can be found in southeastern Michigan between October 20th to November 4th 2007. The State of Michigan. Flint - Brighton - Bloomfield Hills fall color tour is listed as one of the best on the http://Michigan.org website. This 150 mile self driving tour makes for a comfortable weekend activity close to home. Some highlights of the tour include:Highland Lake Recreation Area Proud Lake Recreation AreaIsland Lake Recreation AreaKensington Metro ParkBrighton Recreation AreaPinckney Recreation AreaLakelands Trail State ParkPontiac Lake State ParkFor a complete list of Fall Color Tour s in Michigan including the Flint - Brighton - Bloomfield Hills tour go to the Michiga...

Laurence Technological University Solar Decathlon Home
2007-09-29 19:53:00
Last Friday, I played hooky from Real Estate and still ended up going to an Open House. Well, this wasn't just any Open House. I was at the second dry run showing for Lawrence Technological Universities Aloeterra Team entry in The Solar Decathlon . Why a dry run? More than 100,000 people are expected to visit the home during their 8 Day Open House. (Realtors®, there are some good marketing ideas for your next Open House in the article)LTU, will be one of 20 teams participating in this years Solar Decathlon on the Mall in Washington D.C. Students from 3 colleges within LTU combined to build a prototype solar home for the Solar Decathlon. (You do understand prototype is code for expensive) LTU is this year's Michigan entry although other Universities participated in the past.LTU's Aloeterra team decided to go "simple" in the construction of their 770 sqft entry. Using a modular construction, entries are trucked to Washington D.C., with Structurally ...
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Last Weekend for Some Trout Streams
2007-09-29 18:29:00
I spent part of today on the Huron River fishing between the dam at MossLake and down to Wixom Rd. There were a few hikers, three canoes, and a kayak on the same stretch of river. I prefer fishing the Huron in early fall just because there is less pressure on the fish. In early spring when fish are planted, the river is wall-to-wall fishermen. Not too much fun, plus the raised trout are not as difficult to catch as the remainder of the year.No I didn't catch any fish, I had three small fish follow the streamer, but no hits. Still, part of the day on the Huron River is better than being in the office!Please remember, trout season closes on the Huron River in Milford and Wixom Michigan on September 30th. Huron River Flies Only Section near MilfordMore trout and river information in MichiganTrout Unlimited Huron River InformationLivingston County Trout Club is available for more information on the Huron River.Moving to Oakland County? Contact Gary Smith at The Michig...
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Last Weekend for Some Trout Streams
2007-09-29 18:29:00
I spent part of today on the Huron River fishing between the dam at MossLake and down to Wixom Rd. There were a few hikers, three canoes, and a kayak on the same stretch of river. I prefer fishing the Huron in early fall just because there is less pressure on the fish. In early spring when fish are planted, the river is wall-to-wall fishermen. Not too much fun, plus the raised trout are not as difficult to catch as the remainder of the year.No I didn't catch any fish, I had three small fish follow the streamer, but no hits. Still, part of the day on the Huron River is better than being in the office!Please remember, trout season closes on the Huron River in Milford and Wixom Michigan on September 30th. ; Huron River Flies Only Section near MilfordMore trout and river information in MichiganTrout Unlimited Huron River InformationLivingston County Trout Club is ...
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Big Box Store Fires First Salvo in This Years National Energy Awareness War
2007-09-23 01:32:00
October is National Energy Awareness month. And, one of the large box stores has come out swinging. According to the Reuterswebsite, one large box store will be selling its own brand of CFL bulbs at a lower price than the name brand bulbs. While I'm trying to be Politically Correct on this issue, I think the cost savings would be better spent improving environmental conditions in the Countries manufacturing the bulbs.Additional information on National Energy Awareness Month at the Federal Energy website. There are several additional You Have The Power campaign materials. More information on this subject in October!Not happy where you live? How can we help? Simply choose from the services available below. We provide choices, convenience, and confidentiality to our clients and customers. Your information will not be transmitted or transferred without your express permission.Federally Qualified Housing Counselors assistance. Most require a fee. Email to request a list of ...
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?Silent Running? Electric Boats on Michigan Lakes
2007-09-19 18:36:00
As a Michigan lakefront homeowner and avid fishing enthusiast, I've breathed in plenty of fumes from the older 2 stroke marine engines. Most of my youth was spent trolling for northern pike and lake trout. Many times I had to adjust my intended path because of fumes coming back into the boat. Sometimes, I simply sucked in the fumes trying not to breathe deeply.When manufacturers finally started producing a cleaner burning 4 stroke engine, I was one of the first to change. Even then, fumes were noticeable at slow speeds. In April 2007, the Environmental Protection Agency issued its list of proposed changes to marine "spark engines" reducing pollution from these sources an additional 35 percent.The use of an electric trolling motorwould also solve those issues for most boat owners. An electric motor allows you to enjoy the tranquility of the lake, while still making good headway thanks to the virtually silent electric motors. I'm currently between boats, and ju...
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?Silent Running? Electric Boats on Michigan Lakes
2007-09-19 18:36:00
As a Michigan lakefront homeowner and avid fishing enthusiast, I've breathed in plenty of fumes from the older 2 stroke marine engines. Most of my youth was spent trolling for northern pike and lake trout. Many times I had to adjust my intended path because of fumes coming back into the boat. Sometimes, I simply sucked in the fumes trying not to breathe deeply.When manufacturers finally started producing a cleaner burning 4 stroke engine, I was one of the first to change. Even then, fumes were noticeable at slow speeds. In April 2007, the Environmental Protection Agency issued its list of proposed changes to marine "spark engines" reducing pollution from these sources an additional 35 percent.The use of an electric trolling motorwould also solve those issues for most boat owners. An electric motor allows you to enjoy the tranquility of the lake, while still making good headway thanks to the virtually silent electric motors. I'm currently between boats, and just starting my resear...
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