Big Rapids Real Estate Blog

Two days twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan's premiere outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for FREE!All fishing license fees will be waived for two days. Residents and out of state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes' waters for all species of fis...

Wednesday June 6th, 2012 marks the start of our communities listening enjoyment of the Ferris State University Community Summer Band. The FSU Community Summer Band provides the opportunity for Ferris students, adult community members, and local student band musicians to gather for a series of wee...

Could be one of the best composed tributes to our fallen soldiers I have read. I very rarely repost but wanted to share this with a few who missed it first time through.   Monday May 28, 2012 marks the 144th anniversary of the observance of Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day.  This be...

I have an addiction. lol. I love getting the latest and greatest real estate tool that is going to make my life easier. Most are awesome for the first fifteen minutes and then make their way to my junk drawer which after a few years in the business turned into a junk room. I have camcorders, elec...

What happens in your office when the Satrs don't shine? When that key person is missing either by schedule or accident? Do you have a back up plan in place in the event you decide you really do need a vacation or come down with an illness that forces you to stay home for a period of time? We have...

Yesterday was my anniversary. We have been together 20 years now and while reflecting how how lucky I am it occurred to me how crucial it was to have the perfect partner. She doesn't know much about real estate but she scores high in patience, understanding and willing to work her day job and com...

The date is May 11, 2012 and it marks the kick off for the Pocket Park in Big Rapids, MI. The park is between Chemical Bank and Peppers Cafe Downtown and every Friday throughout the Summer the public is treated to a different musical delight all free of charge. This year we start off with a perfo...

Saturday May 19, 2012 is the date for the 6th Annual Susan P Wheatlake's Cancer and Wellness Walk and 5K Run. This year we will be meeting at the Big Rapids Middle School, located at 500 N. Warren here in beautiful Big Rapids. Registration for the run starts at 8am and the run beginning at 9am. R...

It's that time of year again for me to polish up my irons and show off my driving skills. For full disclosure purposes I will clarify I am referring to my "cart" driving skills not to be confused with any other driving that may occur on the course. This Wednesday, May 16, 2012 the Pioneer Group/ ...

Not a day goes by I don't think of my mom. She passed away 9 years ago but not before giving me my love of sunsets and teaching me what true servant leadership was. She was always first to offer help and last to ask for it. She was the kind of person that it made you fell good if she would let yo...