Found 42 blog entries tagged as Northern Michigan Real Estate Investment.

Everyone dreams about what they’ll look for in a first home. Many Michiganders prefer city living, while others choose a multi-acre property on the outskirts of town. Some consider lavish spaces, and still, others prefer a small house with minimalist furniture and design. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Home preferences can feel as distinct as our fingerprints, but the truth is that our housing preferences aren’t as different from one another as they might feel. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

At the end of the day, housing trends exist, even to distinguish generation from generation. Many factors play into generational trends:

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From telecommuting to freelancing, more people are working from home than ever before. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the first areas to get neglected in terms of décor and upkeep. Regardless if you’re working remotely or just occasionally paying some bills and checking the internet, you deserve to have a home office that’s both pretty and productive – and you don’t have to break the bank to get it. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Here are some tips to help create the perfect home office:

LOCATION IS KEY

Location is the foundation for success. If you’re easily distracted, try setting up in a room that’s away from the main living area. If you’re going to have the client’s coming by, it…

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Last Thursday marked the end of the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, and like many years prior, this year was filled with big news and exciting developments – especially for the home. For the past two weeks, the conference highlighted some of the most exciting up-and-coming products in consumer technology, from virtual reality and wearable tech to advances in health and science. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Aside from self-driving cars and audio equipment, smart home accessories were among the most common exhibits this year at the event, so if this is a glimpse at the year ahead, there’s certainly a lot to look forward to.

Here’s a quick recap of the hottest smart home…

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Pricewaterhouse Cooper (PwC), in partnership with the Urban Land Institute, recently released the annual Emerging Trends in Real Estate® report to highlight what investors and developers can anticipate in the year to come. Last year, the report predicted that more Millennials would be looking to suburbs for homes and there would be a large push for more urban agriculture and alternative housing projects. This year's predictions build on the previous ones and look to the future for the next phase of real estate. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

1. A KINDER REAL ESTATE MARKET

Several markets across the country, especially Colorado Springs, experienced record-breaking transactions this year in…

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Take Your Home Search To The Next Level With Our State Of The Art Real Estate Investment Technology

Shopping for a home is a wildly exciting experience, but finding the time to sit down and look for the right home can be a challenge. Wouldn’t it be nice if you didn’t have to enter the same search criteria every time you visit the site or hunt down a listing you just viewed 10 minutes ago, or save a listing to look at more closely later? Well, home hunters, we have great news for you. Our Command Center function can help you with all of the above, and them some. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Here are 5 Command Center functions you can use to optimize your search for Colorado Springs real estate:

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The Tourist and Lifestyle Investor On The Housing Market

Intuitively, we might think an increasing population will lead to real estate rates to rise. More people means a higher demand for places to live, suggesting the value of homes should increase. While this certainly can happen, it isn't always necessarily the case. Population growth isn't the only factor at play. A dynamic cocktail of interest rates, the economy, government policies, and other unpredictable factors all work together to influence housing prices. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Regardless of whether Northern Michigan real estate rates skyrocket or stay the same, with an influx of tourists and lifestyle vacations, it…

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"I have known Brook for many years and his company does a wonderful job of managing my condo at Boyne. As an example, this July our condo had 100% occupancy. But it's more than the strong rentals. They watch over my condo and guide me through what to do to keep my condo as a highly desired rental property. I highly recommend Brook and his company. He was able to sell my condo quickly and hassle-free. - Tom Combs"

Tom is a tremendously honest, kind, and level headed individual and a real pleasure to work with! We are fortunate at BrookWalsh.com to work with amazing people. The Disciples Village Condominium, at Boyne Mountain Resort, was enjoyed by Tom, his son Tommy, and many of their friends and family. (Click here to see all Boyne…

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Investing in Real Estate

Spend money to make money. If you find yourself with some extra money in the bank, you might be wondering what the best course of action is: should I save it or invest? Purchasing real estate has long been considered one of the best ways to not only own more assets but to also return a profit from them too. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

Flipping houses or purchasing homes for renting are the two primary ways to return a profit from real estate. Here are some important things to consider to help you choose which path is best for your home:

Buy The Right House

It’s critical that you buy a house that's both affordable for you and in a desirable location for the…

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Are you ready to buy a second home in Northern Michigan? Be it a vacation home, an investment property, or a new house, buying a second home can be difficult to finance. Lenders see a second home mortgage as a higher risk and they may be more wary about approving a loan. Many buyers shy away from investing in a new home in fear that they won't be able to get a mortgage on a second property. Don't worry, with this guide, finding and financing your property can be a smooth process. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

Control Your Debt

One of the most important things you can do when buying a second home is to make sure your debt is controlled. Your lender should have a detailed report of all loans,…

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Investment properties can be intimidating to the first-time investor. When done right, however, real estate investment can be very rewarding, and a great source of income. There are several things to consider before purchasing your first investment property. The road to real estate riches is paved with obstacles that can affect your bottom line. Here are some of the things you should and should not do when it comes to purchasing investment properties for the future.

Do: Create a Plan for Your Investment Property

Are you ready to invest? In other words, do you have a well thought out plan in front of you? Creating a plan for your investment property can give you more of an idea of what needs to be done. You’re also able to learn whether or not…

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