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NORTH MISSAUKEE

MCBAIN AREA

NORTH MISSAUKEE

NORTH MISSAUKEE

MLS#21108116

4 bedroom, 4 bath home on 2.4 acres Full mostly finished walkout basement Attached 3 car garage, concrete drive Large dining room, tile & hardwood floor

$180,000

MLS#21111152

Newer rustic cabin in the woods Diverse 50 acre parcel Close to state land trails Generator, covered porch

$125,000

MLS#21110496

3 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home Adjoins state land & trails 20 open and wooded acres 2 storage buildings, mostly furnished

$55,900

MLS#21110585

4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home on 20 acres Finished basement w/family room & bath Recently updated kitchen w/cherry cabinets 65x48 heated pole barn w/bath, large deck Master suite w/a large private bath

$229,000

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NORTH MISSAUKEE

LAKE CITY

MLS#21108357

4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home, Cadillac area Attached garage plus a storage shed Partially finished lower level Newer appliances stay, large deck

$113,900

MLS#21110829

2 bedroom, 1 bath home in Cadillac Nice updates and some hardwood floors Nice patio area w/fenced back yard Large storage building in back

$39,900

MLS#21110171

1282 sq. ft. cedar sided cabin 3 bedrooms, 1 bath on 10 acres Hardwood floors, tile countertops 8x30 covered deck, appliances included State land only 1/4 mile north of property

$89,900

MLS#21108805

3 bedroom, 2 bath home in town Remodeled & updated kitchen Great upstairs master retreat 2 covered porches, double lot This home is move-in ready

$79,900

LAKE CITY AREA

LAKE MISSAUKEE

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MLS#21110300

Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2 bath home Attached garage & large pole barn 40 wooded acres with stream & pond Small guest cabin, beautiful setting Central air, backup generator too

$289,878

MLS#21110329

2 bedroom cottage w/access to lake Great location off the beaten path Large park area for owners to use Pergo floors in living room & kitchen

$59,900

MLS#21109367

2 bedroom home with lots of storage Brick fireplace, steel roof, large kitchen 50x50 pole barn, plus detached garage 40 wooded acres adjoining state land

$139,900

MLS#21108313

3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1.7 acres Attached 2 car garage, partial basement Covered front porch, rear patio Central air, close to state land

$89,900

MARION AREA

LAKE CITY
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MLS#21108636

1950 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath home Hardwood floors, jet tub, laundry area Detached garage plus pole barn 15 acres with a stocked pond Property is wooded w/trails

$189,900

MLS#21001313

1800 sq. ft. restaurant/drive-in Building, property & equipment included 3 large lots & additional storage building Covered drive-in plus interior seating Picnic tables and plenty of parking

$79,900

MLS#21111658

2 bedroom home close to town Located on 10 wooded & rolling acres 16x24 pole barn storage building Deck, some tile floors

$61,700

MLS#21111488

75 acres w/mix of trees, open & wet Mosquito Creek wanders thru property Includes 30x40 pole barn w/shallow well Barn is set up for rustic camping

$139,900

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Monthly Payment Per $1,000 Borrowed

Rate 1.000 1.125 1.250 1.375 1.500 1.625 1.750 1.875 2.000 2.125 2.250 2.375 2.500 2.625 2.750 2.875 3.000 3.125 3.250 3.375 3.500 3.625 3.750 3.875 4.000 4.125 4.250 4.375 4.500 4.625 4.750 4.875 5.000 Interest Only 0.08333 0.09375 0.10417 0.11458 0.12500 0.13542 0.14583 0.15625 0.16667 0.17708 0.18750 0.19792 0.20833 0.21875 0.22917 0.23958 0.25000 0.26042 0.27083 0.28125 0.29167 0.30208 0.31250 0.32292 0.33333 0.34375 0.35417 0.36458 0.37500 0.38542 0.39583 0.40625 0.41667 10 Year 8.76041 8.81477 8.86935 8.92414 8.97915 9.03437 9.08982 9.14547 9.20135 9.25743 9.31374 9.37026 9.42699 9.48394 9.54110 9.59848 9.65607 9.71388 9.77190 9.83014 9.88859 9.94725 10.00612 10.06521 10.12451 10.18403 10.24375 10.30369 10.36384 10.42420 10.48477 10.54556 10.60655 15 Year 5.98495 6.04008 6.09554 6.15132 6.20743 6.26386 6.32061 6.37769 6.43509 6.49281 6.55085 6.60921 6.66789 6.72689 6.78622 6.84586 6.90582 6.96609 7.02669 7.08760 7.14883 7.21037 7.27222 7.33440 7.39688 7.45968 7.52278 7.58620 7.64993 7.71397 7.77832 7.84297 7.90794 20 Year 4.59894 4.65492 4.71134 4.76818 4.82545 4.88316 4.94129 4.99985 5.05883 5.11825 5.17808 5.23834 5.29903 5.36014 5.42166 5.48361 5.54598 5.60876 5.67196 5.73557 5.79960 5.86404 5.92888 5.99414 6.05980 6.12587 6.19234 6.25922 6.32649 6.39417 6.46224 6.53070 6.59956 25 Year 3.76872 3.82558 3.88297 3.94090 3.99936 4.05836 4.11789 4.17795 4.23854 4.29966 4.36131 4.42348 4.48617 4.54938 4.61311 4.67735 4.74211 4.80738 4.87316 4.93945 5.00624 5.07352 5.14131 5.20959 5.27837 5.34763 5.41738 5.48761 5.55832 5.62951 5.70117 5.77330 5.84590 30 Year 3.21640 3.27413 3.33252 3.39154 3.45120 3.51150 3.57243 3.63400 3.69619 3.75902 3.82246 3.88653 3.95121 4.01651 4.08241 4.14892 4.21604 4.28375 4.35206 4.42096 4.49045 4.56051 4.63116 4.70237 4.77415 4.84650 4.91940 4.99285 5.06685 5.14140 5.21647 5.29208 5.36822 40 Year 2.52856 2.58808 2.64845 2.70967 2.77172 2.83462 2.89834 2.96289 3.02826 3.09444 3.16142 3.22921 3.29778 3.36714 3.43728 3.50818 3.57984 3.65226 3.72541 3.79930 3.87391 3.94923 4.02526 4.10198 4.17938 4.25746 4.33620 4.41559 4.49563 4.57629 4.65758 4.73947 4.82197

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CADILLAC, MANTON, LEROY $450-$650 2 bedrooms, 1 bath $450-$650/mo. plus utilities & deposit No smoking Visit www.cadillachomesforrent.info for details and pictures Call Barry Fall 231-779-8088

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CITY OF CADILLAC $89,900 Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Huge master suite with walk-in closet Large fenced-in back yard Nice back deck Close to hospital, schools and downtown Beth Waldo #C21111553

CADILLAC $99,900 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large rooms Beautifully refinished hardwood floors Updated kitchen Additional 2 bedrooms, 1/2 bath upstairs apartment w/ separate entrance as income property or private guest suite Large 3 car detached garage Great location! Beth Waldo #C21109918

CITY OF CADILLAC $82,900 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 neighborhood Beth Waldo #C21111184

WINTER SPECIAL!
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3 BEDROOM HOME ON 32 ACRES

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LEROY $104,999 60 ft. frontage on all sports lake Temporary price ends January 31st 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, separate dining, furnished Eat-in kitchen, open concept Vaulted ceilings, decks, sandy beach 4 car garage (without garage $84,999) Beth Waldo #C21111593

LEROY $149,900 3 bedroom, 2 bath, separate dining room 1st floor laundry, full walkout basement Spacious living room with fireplace Enclosed screened porch, hot tub, Koi pond 2 car garage, shed, wood or propane heat Landscaped, 32 acres, part open - rest wooded Mary Anne Colmus #C21111467

LAKE CITY $45,900 Wood 2-story barn 20x24 Close to Clam River and state land Mixed hardwoods and open area Wet marsh area on north side Great hunting land 16.5 acres Near Lucas, land contract Mary Anne Colmus #C21111449

CADILLAC $26,000 BANK OWNED!! Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath with 800 sq. ft. Close to high school and Lake Cadillac Many recent updates Virtual tour at www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21111282

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CADILLAC $39,900 Large 3 bedroom, 2 bath This wont last long! Many recent updates including roof, flooring, paint, furnace, water heater, and much more!! All this centrally located close to downtown Virtual tour at www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21111516

CADILLAC $45,000 Bank owned! Huge 4 bedroom, 1 bath Large corner lot w/one car garage Many updates including roof, furnace, windows and more Close to school and Lake Cadillac Virtual tour at www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21111266

CADILLAC $79,900 This home is straight out of Home & Garden Magazine! Immaculate 1 bedroom, 1 bath w/ over 1200 sq. ft. This home has it all! Marble countertops, tile, hardwood floors Cathedral ceilings, fireplace, garden tub & much more! Huge yard close to school and Lake Cadillac Virtual tour at www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21111231

CADILLAC $99,900 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, over 1940 finished sq. ft. Partially finished basement, 2 car detached garage Many updates including flooring, paint, furnace and more! Covered front porch, large yard! Great location close to downtown and Lake Cadillac Virtual tour at www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21111145

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MANTON $239,900 5 bedrooms, 2 baths Over 2,800 sq. ft. of finished living area Large master suite with walkin closet, remodeled kitchen Close to Emerald Vale Golf Course Spectacular views, amazing sunsets Close to Cadillac and Traverse City Barry Fall #C21109083

CADILLAC AREA $274,900 Beautiful old-fashioned farmhouse on 20 acres 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood flooring Large open custom kitchen with solid surface countertops Landscaping, contemporary sidewalk, patio with fire pit Wrap-around porch, 3-season room, pond Attached 2 car garage w/ workshop, greenhouse, 2 large pole barns Barry Fall #C21111320

MARION AREA $129,900 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 5 wooded acres Cathedral ceilings, 3 season porch, walkout basement and much more Home sets back off the road for a very private setting Large 30x40 pole barn Just a few minutes from town Barry Fall #C21111343

CADILLAC $79,900 40 rolling acres! Beautiful building site! Adjoins state land! Mature maple trees and some open area Just north of Cadillac! Barry Fall #C21111451

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LAKE CITY $149,900 60 wooded acres adjoining state land Newer cabin comes furnished Barry Fall #C21110223

CADILLAC $94,900 Country living yet close to everything! 3 bedroom, 1 bath, remodeled farmhouse Sits on almost 2 acres Updates include: windows, roof, siding, drywall, furnace, kitchen cabinets, and more! Virtual tour @ www.BarryFall.com Barry Fall #C21109432

CADILLAC $79,900 40 rolling acres just north of town Adjoining 1000s of acres of state land Several great building sites Barry Fall #C21105229

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Ideas to make your home more energy efficient this winter

After winter has arrived, you know whats coming next - higher energy bills. To get through the cold, dark months of the year, you ip on the lights and turn up the heat, both of which can send energy usage skyrocketing. Its natural to want to cut those costs - the good news is, its easy to do. Making your home more energy efcient has a triple pay-off: your bills can decrease, youre making a smaller environmental impact and youll be keeping your family warm and toasty. To make sure that your home is as efcient as possible, follow these four tips. dust particles and allergens that can cause irritation to everyone in the house. In fact, according to the EPA, indoor air can be two to ve times more polluted than outdoor air. Having your heating and cooling system inspected and cleaned can extend the life of your furnace and can

When the temperature drops, we often grab a blanket to help stay warm. Adding insulation to your home is like wrapping it in a warm blanket. Insulating areas such as attics, basements and crawlspaces can make your home more comfortable and lower your energy bills. To get the biggest bang for your buck according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, add insulation to your attic. If your insulation is at or below the oor joists, you likely need to add more - 12 to 24 inches, depending on where you live.

Insulate

Even if windows are sealed with weather stripping, cold air can still enter through gaps. Use silicone caulk to seal air leaks or place shrink-wrap lm over drafty windows to help reduce energy loss. You can locate drafts on windy days by slowly moving a burning candle near the window. Whenever the ame moves or smoke blows, youve got an air leak that needs to be sealed.

Seal your windows

even make it run considerably more efciently, saving you money on your monthly heating and cooling bills, says Matt Mongiello, president of NADCA - The HVAC Inspection, Maintenance & Restoration Association. Having your system cleaned can also increase air ow which often translates into increased comfort for occupants in the home.

As you close up your home for the cold season, the contaminates that are in your air ducts and furnace recirculate through your home over and over throughout the entire winter. Your heating and cooling system can collect everything from mold, fungi and bacteria to tiny

Have your furnace inspected and clean your heating and cooling system

Once you have a clean heating and cooling system, its crucial to change your furnace lters regularly. Filters are designed to remove the dust and debris from the air owing into your home. When the lter is dirty, the furnace has to work harder to pull air through the clogged lter and your utility bills will be higher. Change your furnace lter once a month to keep your system running at peak performance. For more information on how to winterize your home, visit NADCA.com.
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Cadillac Area $259,900 Manton

MLS#21111073 4 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath Basement, outbuilding 102 acres, blacktop road

MLS#21110610 3 bedroom, 3 bath 10 acres Hardwood floors

$209,500 Cadillac

MLS#21109434 4 bedroom, 3 bath Large 1.16 acre lot 2 fireplaces

$194,000 Manton

MLS#21110065 Creek frontage 36+ acres South of Manton

$99,900

Cadillac

MLS#21111612 Square 39 acre parcel w/marketable red pine Current owner has bids between $10,000 and $20,000 for current standing pine crop

$64,900 Cadillac

MLS#21109341 20 acres Property borders federal land Timber ready for select harvest

$56,000 Lake City

MLS#21109062 Nice property next to Crooked Lake Campground Over 2 acres mixed woods Land contract possible

$16,000 Manton

MLS#21109536 Nice parcel with stream Nice private building site 3.86 acres m/l

$12,000

LeRoy

MLS#21110400 4 bedroom, 3 bath Knotty pine interior 10 acres with barn

$179,900 LeRoy

MLS#21110674 4 bedroom, 2 bath 62 Hogback Lake frontage Quality oak cabinets

$115,000 Cadillac

MLS#21110071 3 bedroom, 2 bath Private deck and waterfall Move-in ready - must see!

$89,900 Lake City Area $79,900

MLS#21111371 Lake Missaukee access 3 bedroom with many updates Bonus loft in garage

Lake City

MLS#21110407 2 bedroom, 1 bath Large double lot Bonus room above garage

$76,500 Lake City

MLS#21111528 Large rec room w/bar in basement 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath 3 season room with hot tub

$75,900 Cadillac

MLS#21110444 3 bedroom, 1 bath Large double lot Well maintained home

$69,200 Cadillac

MLS#21111115 3 bedrooms, 1 bath Partly finished walkout basement Large kitchen, many updates

$54,900

THE Up north team

124 S. Mitchell Cadillac 231-775-1205 Chris Redes 231-468-9502 Joe McGiness 231-590-1174 credes@remax.net mcginess@remax.net www.chrisredes.com www.joemcginess.com
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Did you ever watch a home improvement show team transform a drab room into something spectacular using a shoestring budget and less time than it takes you to clean out your closet? Ever wonder how they did it? Heres the secret: they cheat. And you can too. You would probably never consider taking shortcuts in other aspects of your life, from car maintenance to paying your taxes. But when it comes to do-it-yourself home improvement and decorating projects, theres no shame in cheating - and a lot to be gained by doing it. Decorator touches like crown moulding that requires no mitering and no-sew window treatments can give your home an instant visual upgrade for a fraction of the cost of having those jobs done professionally. Here are four DIY cheats that will save you time and money - and yield professional results that look like you spent a bundle:

Four easy DIY cheats that will look like you spent a bundle

installation can be prohibitive, yet properly installing wall-to-wall carpet requires specialized skills and tools that most DIYers dont have. Carpet tiles can be a great alternative. Installing carpet tiles is well within the abilities of most homeowners. Because theyre a smaller, more manageable size, carpet tiles are easier to install than a large piece of carpet. They require fewer cuts and no stretching. They also deliver enhanced design capabilities; its easy to create a unique pattern using different colored tiles.

Few design touches do more to dress up a room than adding crown moulding. But traditionally, crown moulding has been a job best left to professionals or DIYers with a lot more time and ambition than most. Adding crown molding the old-fashioned way requires expertise - like knowing how to properly cut and nish each piece - and tools that most homeowners simply dont have. Fortunately, theres an easy alternative: Moulding Mates is a crown moulding installation system that requires no specialized tools or skills. You dont even need to miter cut corners. Simply pre-nish the polyurethane moulding (which is available in a wide range of styles), attach the patented Quick Clips to the wall where you want to place the moulding, and pop the moulding lengths into place on the clips. Corner pieces and connector blocks cover ends and seams, eliminating the need to miter ends and patch or touch up the long pieces. You can easily install the entire system using a screw drill and a saw. You can learn more and browse products at www.focalpointproducts.com. New carpeting is a much-desired upgrade. As anyone whos ever bought carpet can tell you, the cost of

1. Crown moulding

A frame around a bathroom mirror can give the entire room a more luxurious, upscale feel. Yet, like traditional crown moulding, conventional framing requires knowledge of mitering. Fortunately, a simple online search will yield plenty of easier options, including framing systems that provide a custom look with pre-cut (and mitered) frame pieces. The systems require no more expertise to install than being able to follow measuring directions and apply adhesive to a mirror. Available in a wide array of designs and colors, these systems make it possible to frame a mirror to match virtually any design theme. Custom window treatments look great but can cost a bundle. Sewing them yourself requires more expertise than you likely gleaned in your high school home-ec class, and you would need a decent (read: expensive) sewing machine to do the job right. Creating no-sew curtains requires nothing more than a tape measure, some scissors, iron-on adhesive, an iron and several yards of the fabric of your choice. Simply measure the windows to nd your desired fabric length, cut the fabric into appropriately sized panels, and use the adhesive and iron to nish the edges, no sewing required. When it comes to do-it-yourself home improvement and decorating, dont be a hero. A little cheating can save you time and money, and make creating your dream home fast, easy and rewarding.
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3. Mirror framing systems

4. No-sew window treatments

2. Carpet tiles

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jim@premierofcadillac.com Jim Meier

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LAKE MITCHELL

1234 Burlingame $20,000 Former church in the center of Cadillac. Many possible future uses. Business? Office space?

116 S. Lake St., Marion $39,900 Affordable 2 bedroom, 1 bath home in Marion. Open floor plan. Wood deck overlooks a large backyard with a stream running through it. 2+ car garage.

21105419 $74,900 Affordable 2 bedroom getaway cottage on Lake Mitchell canal that leads to the big waters. Close to National Forest on Big Cove. Convenient to Caberfae Ski Resort and snowmobile trails in National Forest. Includes dock, appliances & furniture.

LAKE MISSAUKEE

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

210 LAURA JUNE, LEROY

21108806 $100,000 4 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.

985 Lakeshore, Lake City $110,000 Be your own boss. Successful car wash on busy M-66 just south of Lake City. Owner retiring. Includes business and real estate.

21111131 $119,900 The kids will love to play at this home. 2 lots. Huge backyard with an oversized sandbox. Tire swing and swing set. 4 bedroom, 2 bath bilevel home, wood deck off dining area. Nice family room in finished walkout basement. 2 car garage with add-on storage area. Central A/C and appliances. Easy walk to rails-to-trails.

NORTH SHORE CONDO

POND & CREEK ATTRACT WILDLIFE

HARMONY HILLS SUBDIVISION

Condo Living $149,900 Rest, relax and enjoy the water! Condo living - no yard work. Situated on 9 acres. North Shore Condos feature 660 ft. of Lake Cadillac waterfront, private swimming area and boat docks. 2 BD, 2 BA, 1-1/2 story condo with A/C, 2 car attached garage.

11423 220th, Ashton $219,000 20 acres of privacy and beautiful landscaped grounds are the setting for this 4 bedroom, 4 bath home. A pond and creek to attract wildlife. Fireplace with pellet stove insert in the formal living room. Family room in the finished walkout basement. Large greenhouse, pole building located close to Cadillac and Reed City.

21104954 $239,900 Beautiful custom built cedar log home in prestigious Harmony Hills Subdivision. Enjoy spectacular views of the countryside from this 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath home. Large wrap around deck, fieldstone fireplace, A/C, 2 car attached, 3000 sq. ft., finished basement, master suite.

5 acres near Long Lake $9,900 Home building lots: $10,000 to $35,000 5 Acres - Mesick $12,000 Building Lot in Clam Lake Township $12,000 2 1/2 Acres Adjoins Federal Forest $14,900 12 Acres LeRoy $14,900 10 Acres - South Boardman $14,900 27.5 Acres North of Cadillac $27,500 19 Acres - Tustin $28,000 32 Mixed Acres - Wellston $49,900 Lake Mitchell Access $49,900 Commercial Behind Herraduras $60,000 10 Acres City of Cadillac $60,000 21 Wooded Acres Adjoining Federal Forest $62,000 Lot for Medical Office $99,900 79 Acres - Hunting $150,000 75 Acres - Osceola County $165,000
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SECLUDED, 75 ACRES

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20902062 $239,900 Beautiful 4 bedroom cedar home on Briar South Golf Course. 2 decks with walkout sliders are ideal for entertaining. Fireplace in the living room. Finished basement, office/den, large family room with 2nd fireplace, 2 car attached garage.

7070 N. Pioneer (M-66) $324,900 Blacktop driveway, secluded on wooded 75 acre parcel. Gorgeous kitchen, dining room combination w/hardwood flooring. Pellet stove & cathedral ceilings in the living room. Master suite plus two additional bedrooms on main floor. Walkout partially finished basement has an office that could be converted into a 4th bedroom.

1900 Schneider, Lake City $349,900 Beautiful 4 bedroom lakefront home with 117 ft. sandy beach on Sapphire Lake. See through fireplace between main floor family room & dining room, Large kitchen, huge master suite, main floor laundry and full finished walkout with wet bar, sauna room, billiards room.

21107373 $524,900 Formerly the Bear Claw Bar & Grille - features a formal dining area, sports bar area and an entertainment area with a performance stage. Liquor license, owners apartment, 24 acres, 2 fenced softball diamonds, restaurant furniture, glassware, china and kitchen equipment included.

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Feel like cheating? Forget what the inside of your home looks like for just a bit and focus on your homes exterior. The exterior of your home makes a lasting and daily impression on your friends and family, along with your neighbors, says Mark Clement, professional contractor and host of MyFixItUpLife home improvement radio show. While the weather is good, my advice is to get outside and x up problem areas, work on the landscaping and invest in products that make your homes exterior not only look great, but work great. Clement, who is in the middle of an ongoing renovation of his 100-year-old home in Pennsylvania, recommends assessing your needs and then diving in on projects. On the exterior of the home there are three big, critical areas I recommend people evaluate every year the roof, the windows and the entry door. Those are key areas because, along with being visual focal points of the home, they help protect a house from severe weather. And, if you have problems with older windows, doors or roong tiles, youre looking at higher energy bills and growing problems that can affect your wallet long-term. Clement offers these recommendations for keeping your home exterior in top shape:

Keep Your Home Exterior in

Roong Tips:

1. Check your roof yearly (from a ladder or from a neighbors home with binoculars) to determine the condition of your roof. Look for problem areas, such as missing or broken shingles, along with roong tiles that may be apping in the wind. These are all indications that a new roof may be in your future. 2. Dont forget to check the sides of your roof. The southern exposure weathers signicantly faster than the other sides of the roof, so make sure to carefully examine this one. Also, shallower pitches weather faster than steeper pitches. So again, if your roof has a shallow pitch like a shed dormer make certain you can clearly see it to get a true indication of the condition of your roof.
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THE PRO TEAM... MAKING REALTY A REALITY

P REALTY OF CADILLAC
WOODED WATERFRONT RETREAT, Secluded ranch, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, wrap deck, detached 2 car garage, shed, heavily wooded .81 acre lot at Maple Lake Irons area. Only $84,000. #2888

Shirley J. Schafer Broker/Owner

Scott Schafer Sales Associate

Brian Hoekema Sales Associate

Carl Genzink Sales Associate

5884 E. M-115, Cadillac, MI 49601 Office: (231) 779-2515 Fax: (231) 779-8605 E-mail: info@prorealty-cadillac.com www.prorealty-cadillac.com Hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, Saturday 10 AM-2 PM

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LITTLE MANISTEE RIVERFRONT - Quaint & cozy riverfront home w/charm & great potential. Grandmas kitchen of yesteryear! Dining room with stone replace, sunroom w/ slider to riverside deck. Large master suite w/ roomy bath & large double closets, den, 1st oor laundry, main entry bath, 2 basements, 2nd bedroom is located in nished basement w/egress windows, basement rec room, large detached garage. Site is high & dry & has fantastic river views! Great trout shing! 2.5 A. Only $147,000. #2885

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LARGE MANUFACTURED HOME, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large kitchen with breakfast area, family room, formal dining, private 5 acres, partially wooded. Only $47,000. #2881.

RECREATIONAL INVESTMENT! Great 4 season rental property or family compound close to ski area and snow trails, 3 two bedroom apartment units. 3 baths, partial basement, 1 car attached garage, 2 units currently rented. Close to state land, rivers, and short drive to many inland lakes and Lake Michigan. Offers will be considered! Only $60,000 #2873

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RUSTIC 3 BEDROOM CABIN, 1 bath, covered deck, enclosed porch, pole barn, 3 acres on Trail #5 close to state land, Mesick area. Only $41,000. #2857

HUNTERS DELIGHT! Heavily wooded 21 rolling acres with pole building, pond and artesian well. Excellent hunting area. State land and rivers nearby. GREAT BASE CAMP! EVART AREA. ONLY $47,500. Call Brian. #2875

GREAT STARTER HOME - 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch with full basement and garage, nice treed lot, Marion area. Only $55,000. Call Brian. #2886

PRICE SLASHED for quick sale! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, family room, 2 car attached garage with oored attic storage could be used for expanded living area, natural gas heat. Now $30,900 - CASH! #2880

TWO WOODED BUILDING SITES with shared lake access, Buckley area. Short drive to either Traverse City or Cadillac, quiet residential area. #2861 - Frontage on three roads, wooded 3.85 acres. ONLY $22,500. #2862 - Frontage on 2 roads, wooded 2.07 acres. ONLY $22,500.

HORSE LOVERS! Large ranch home with up to 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, daylight nished walkout basement, large wrap deck, covered porch, attached 2 car garage, huge pole barn with horse stalls, fenced pasture, 30 partially wooded rolling acres, Kalkaska area. Immediate occupancy! Only $183,000. #2884

DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION! ELBOW LAKEFRONT HOME: 2-4 bedrooms, 2 baths, partially nished daylight basement plumbed for 3rd bath, lakeside deck, 1 acre lot with 100 lake frontage on Elbow Lake. Great 4 season retreat or year-round home. Lake is surrounded by federal lands, great shing lake! ONLY $108,200. #2871

DIAMOND LAKE LOG COTTAGE: Authentic, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, eldstone replace, open oor plan, remodeled with major updates, sandy frontage, awesome sunsets! Reduced for quick sale! Most furnishings included. Only $125,000. #2870

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GREAT UP NORTH GETAWAY! Cozy cabin for hunting and snowmobiling. Many trails and government land nearby. Boon area, great deer camp! 2 bedrooms, bunk room, great room, 1 bath. 10 acres. Additional acreage available @ $2000 per acre. Now only $35,500. #2874

UNUSUAL RAISED RANCH - Newer 2 bedroom, 2 bath home, partially nished walkout basement, open oor plan, large deck with panoramic view, attached garage. Home needs your nishing touch! 15 acres, Manton. Only $59,900. #2887

WOODED 10 ACRES WITH FRONTAGE on the Clam River. Secluded heavily wooded acreage with several nice building sites. Great place for a base camp or ideal location to build a secluded riverfront cabin. Only $36,000. Call Shirley. #2869

CADILLAC BARGAIN! Solid 4 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow, 2 kitchens, formal dining room, basement, covered porch, detached garage & carport. Central location, only $35,900. #2882

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3. If youre in the market for a new roof, investigate polymer roong tiles as a good option. These impactresistant slate and shake tiles are man-made in a wide variety of colors. Some tiles, like those from DaVinci Roofscapes(R) that Clement chose for his home, have a 50-year limited warranty and are ideal for all types of weather conditions, including hurricanes and hail. 4. Since the installation of a new roof exceeds the capabilities of most homeowners, make sure to research and hire a professional roofer. Check to make sure your roofer is insured, licensed and certied. Ask for a written job estimate and references along with warranty information for both the roof you select and his installation services.

Window Tips:

Entry Door Tips:

1. If you can see light around your main entry door from the inside, the door is hard to close or lock, or the door itself is warped, its time to consider a new door. 2. Even if you cant see light, air may be moving through gaps in the weather stripping at a surprising rate. On a very cold or hot day, hold the back of your hand an inch or so away from the bottom and perimeter of your door. If you can feel air moving or a signicant cold spot, thats a signal your existing door could benet from better sealing. 3. Determine what role you would like an entry door to play on your homes exterior. Do you want it to be a focal point with a splash of color? Is it important that you have decorative glass in the door system? Will you need vented sidelites to allow more light and air into your home? Search the web for Door Designer and My Saved Door online tools to help visualize how a new door will look on your home. 4. Think about the weather conditions your homes door faces along with your energy bills. If either run to the extreme, consider replacing your entryway with a high-performance berglass door (which has four times more insulation than wood doors). You can also request features such as the Tru-Defense(R) Door System from Therma-Tru Doors that features enhanced weatherstripping, corner seal pad, door bottom sweep and proled sill that all work together to provide strength and stability in your entry door.

1. Evaluate the functionality and decorative appeal of your current windows. If you have condensation between glass panes, the windows are hard to open or close, your energy bills are soaring or if there are drafts coming in around the window units, then its time to seriously consider replacement windows. 2. Vinyl framed windows are the category of windows with the highest growth rate in the country. Why? These frames are extremely energy-efcient and some of the best have fusion-welded corners and multichambered construction. Plus, maintenance hassles are so low youll forget the horrors of rotting frames, scraping and repainting that come with wood windows. 3. Investigate your window options and stick with a national manufacturer that can stand behind a long-term warranty. For his renovation project, Clement selected Simonton vinyl windows. The award-winning company impressed him with its 65-year history and return-oninvestment with their ENERGY STAR(R) qualied windows. 4. Remember that a thermally-efcient window is sealed tightest when its locked. So, to keep your energy bills lowers, dont just close your windows, make sure to lock them.

Trim Tips:
1. If you have the opportunity to replace your entry door or windows, make sure to nish off the job with stylish window and door trim. Lightweight and easy to install, weather-resistant synthetic mouldings, shutters and entryway surrounds from Fypon(R) are a denite do-it-yourself project for any homeowner. 2. Take an eagles eye look at your home. Most houses have louvers placed high above the attic or garage space to allow ventilation in those areas. And, most houses have wooden louvers that can rot with time. Replacing louvers with insect-resistant and rot-resistant synthetic louvers can improve the homes appearance and functionality. 3. Wrap it up. Clement recommends that if you have unsightly porch posts you can easily transform them into showpiece parts of your home by using Column Wrap Kits. The decorative synthetic pieces can be installed in less than 15 minutes around existing structural posts and columns to give an upgraded look to any home. For more home improvement tips, visit www. myxituplife.com.

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Mike McNamara, GRI

Associate Broker, ABR Lakefront Property Specialist Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist

LARGE LOTS IN BRAMBLEWOOD ESTATES

MEMBER OF HALL OF FAME

www.mikesellscadillac.com E-mail: mmcnamara@remax.net

231-920-6453

M-BWE-Lots Large, wooded sites are now available in the one-of-a-kind Bramblewood Estates Subdivision. Sites range from just over 1 acre to over 6 acres in size. Bramblewood is known for its beautiful, luxurious homes in a quiet, private setting. Build your new home among some of the finest and newest dwellings in the area. You will love the wooded coverage, rolling hills and countryside views. Just minutes to town and quick access to destinations on any point of the compass. Underground utilities, cable and natural gas are available. Prices range from $22,400 to $65,900. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL

TERRIFIC HOME ON LAKE MITCHELL

Central
Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

124 S. Mitchell Street, Cadillac

866-775-1205 Toll Free

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL 20 ACRES

231-775-1205

M-21110566 $879,000 Lake Cadillac DEVELOPMENT SITE includes 385 ft. lake frontage, 1.3 acres of land, 2 commercial buildings. The Marina Restaurant is a destination location for up north travelers. The convenience store was built in 1996 and includes 2 baths and 3700 sq. ft. The site would make an excellent water park, amusement business or terrific lakefront condominium development. Seller will consider financing terms. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21105182 $499,000 An awesome site on Lake Mitchell with spectacular sunset view! 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 6300 total sq. ft. 2 sided fireplace, vaulted ceilings, central air, main level laundry room, whirlpool tub, master suite w/ bath & private deck. Large kitchen with dual radiant baking & roasting oven. 2 car heated attached garage w/entry to basement, tornado shelter, plus detached storage garage. Monitored security system, gorgeous landscaping, sprinkler system & seawall. See photos www.mikesellscadillac.com

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

80 ACRES

M-21110646 $390,000 32 acre development site across the street from a successful and growing assisted living operation. Terrific spot to develop cottage dwellings to transition into assisted living arrangement in the future. Other piggy back possibilities related to nearby luxury home subdivision, equestrian interests, nearby churches and close proximity of US 131 Highway. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21107839 $310,000 Country Estate/Horse Ranch, 3 or more bedrooms, 3 baths, 5750 sq. ft. living space. Main floor: library/ office, wet bar, fireplace, formal dining w/built-in buffet. Kitchen recipe desk, island, custom hardwood cupboards & breakfast nook. Upper level: master suite, fireplace & bath w/whirlpool tub, double sink vanity & private commode room. Walkout level: apartment w/kitchen, bath, bedrooms & living area. Andersen windows, 8 zone hot water heat. Extraordinary views, fenced pasture area, 40x36 horse barn w/4 stalls, hay loft & tack room. Attached 3 car garage, See photos www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21109842 $224,900 Large north end retail space! 6720 sq. ft. of showroom or sales floor w/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 at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21107896 $122,000 80 wooded acres that adjoin state land on 2 sides. Excellent spot for hunting and recreation, close to Long Lake ORV trails. 1 mile from Clam River trout stream fishing. Easy access to shopping & conveniences of town, only 2 miles off paved roads, US 131 highway is quickly within reach. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

2 ACRES

LAKE MEAUWATAKA

DOUBLE CITY LOT

CONVENIENT LOCATION

M-21110248 $119,900 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1948 sq. ft., cathedral ceiling finished w/tongue & groove pine, skylights, great room style floor plan, oak hardwood floor, hickory cabinets. Dining area has sliding glass door to backyard deck. Lower level wall finish is a tasteful variety of wood; ceilings finished in craftsman quality. 2-acre site provides privacy w/large shade trees & nice landscaping features. Garage/shop building has its own address & electric service. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21111621 $100,000 100 ft. lake frontage, level lot w/elevated view & firm sand lake bottom. Lake Meauwataka is all sports activities body of water. Lake covers about 90 acres and is quite deep. Fishing reported to be very good w/ all varieties of pan fish, bass, blue gill and occasional pike. South half of driveway north of apple tree represents north edge of property; there is a stake on southerly edge. Huge white pine trees line west ridge and remainder is lightly wooded w/pine trees. Awesome opportunity on a terrific lake - come make it yours. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21110652 $99,000 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 1794 sq. ft. home on large fenced lot. Wrap around porch, dormers, porthole window & stylish exterior finishing. Large entry foyer, hardwood floors, spacious room sizes, high ceilings. Dining room opens to outdoor deck; family room has built-in bookcase & fireplace. Kitchen offers ceramic tile floor & breakfast nook. All bedrooms upstairs w/ full bath & hardwood floors. Large garage has partially finished rec room above car stalls. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21106488 $94,000 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1274 sq. ft. living space, home was substantially reconstructed in 1994/1995. Newer electrical, plumbing, drywall cabinetry, countertops, bath fixtures and exterior siding. Design includes ceramic tile at front entry, natural wood banister and open stair to lower level. Close to schools, lakes, recreation opportunities and shopping at the north end or downtown. Home should qualify for most low or zero down payment loan programs. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

MIDDLE BRANCH RIVER

RIVERFRONT

INCOME PROPERTY

TERRIFIC NEIGHBORHOOD

M-21110258 $84,900 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bath, 1400 sq. ft. chalet w/130 ft. frontage on Middle Branch River. Easy access from southern Michigan and close to Cadillac, Clare, Mt. Pleasant. Exterior is cedar plywood in good condition; wrap around deck surface boards new in 2013. Floor to ceiling windows facing river, vaulted ceiling w/ tongue & groove wood finishing, loft overlooking great room, master bedroom w/private bath. Will make a great year-round residence or recreational getaway. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21103453 $68,500 32 wooded acres that offer proven hunting and trapping opportunity. Owner has successfully bagged trophy size whitetail bucks. One acre food plot and small watering hole in NW corner that attracts critters. Theres an old apple orchard, some pasture and a stand of hardwoods, too! Middle Branch River runs through the property from the north to south. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21108054 $67,500 Duplex w/good occupancy record, each 2 bedroom apartment rents for $550/mo. Close to school, hospital & shopping. Units measure about 1126 sq. ft. and includes own parking area. Hot water heaters and boiler heating system are new. Separate gas and electric meters, newer windows, vinyl siding, newer vinyl flooring in both kitchens & baths. Appliances are included in listed price. See photos at www.mikesellscadillac.com

M-21106409 $12,900 Building site in Rivers Edge Estates. Owners share the use of a park on Clam River. Build your home in the midst of other newer homes. Convenient location to schools, shopping and recreation opportunities. Seller will consider land contract financing terms; ask Mike for the details. See photos at www. mikesellscadillac.com

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for a bigger-looking bath

Do you wish you had a bigger bathroom? If so, youre not alone. In fact, in a recent survey conducted by Moen, almost half the respondents wished they could make their bathroom larger. But, a complete bathroom overhaul isnt in the cards for most homeowners. And when your bath is too small, it can quickly go from being a retreat from the outside world to a stress-inducing, cluttered place. Whether youre hoping to update the guest bath or the master suite, you can create a larger-looking bath without actually expanding your space. With a thorough cleaning and some space-expanding illusions, youll be relaxed and rejuvenated in your new bigger bath in no time.

TIPS & TRICKS

Take a look in the mirror

Blend in, but make a statement

Using an intense color palette is not always the best technique when it comes to a tiny bathroom. Bold, dark colors can weigh a room down, making it look even smaller. Instead, use pale and cool colors, like soft whites, pastels and neutral tones to add size and depth. Continue the color scheme to the woodwork, trim, vanity and door to create a disappearing look that will lengthen the walls. By eliminating the hard edges created by drastic changes in color, your eye will ow smoothly across the room. Its important to look at the small details, like faucets and accessories, to create a statement. Choosing a sophisticated design, such as the Moen Weymouth faucet in Chrome, LifeShine Brushed Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze or the new LifeShine Polished Nickel nish, can provide a beautiful focal point in your bath. Available in single-handle, widespread and wall-mount styles, faucets in the Weymouth collection feature traditional detailing, like porcelain inlays and a generously sized spout. The unique collection additionally offers matching faucets for the shower or tub, and a complete selection of accessories to provide the perfect eye-catching detail.

A mirror in the bathroom can do more than just show your reection - it can stretch the space by reproducing it. Additionally, mirrors reect both natural and articial light, making a smaller room look bigger and brighter by bouncing illumination throughout. Dont think that mirrors need to only be above the sink. A great trick for improving your rooms reective qualities is to hang a large, horizontal mirror along the longest wall of the bath. However, if a large mirror is out of your budget, or not practical for your space, the same effect can be created by grouping an arrangement of smaller mirrors. Unique mirrors can often be found at ea markets in different shapes and sizes. Simply paint each frame in complementary colors and group them along the longest wall. This allows for the room to stretch, while also providing a design element thats uniquely yours. Another easy, dramatic way to use mirrors is to turn the fronts of vanity cabinets into your canvas. Use glue to attach large, square mirrors, or tiny mirror tiles - either square or round - to the outside of cabinets and drawers. For a neverending room, position two mirrors on opposite walls to create the perfect illusion. Whatever technique you choose, mirrors are great decor pieces that wont muddle a small bath.

Say noto big and bulky

Traditional, large vanities with cabinet drawers can make an already petite-looking bath appear even smaller. In order to avoid this common misstep, there are two paths to follow: either install a vanity with open storage areas; or try suspending shelving for a contemporary feel. This will create a more spacious look - without losing precious storage - by giving the shelving a light and airy appearance. Open shelving is perfect for towels and linens, plus items like tissues and cotton balls, which can be stored in decorative jars or containers. Avoid a cluttered look by placing large wicker baskets on the bottom shelf of the vanity for large everyday items, such as brushes, toiletries and makeup. You can create a beautiful bath - regardless of the square footage - that will become a place of relaxation and worthy of attention. Use these tips to turn a compressed and uncomfortable space to one that feels spacious and soothing - without a major remodel. For more information about Moen products, visit www.moen.com.
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