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Foreclosed homes representsome of the finest buying oppor-tunities in many years. If oneunderstands how to choose theright property, they can bepleased with the purchase.Just because it is a foreclosedproperty, does not automatically guarantee that it will be a goodbuy. There are several factors toconsider before choosing aproperty and making an offer.This will help ensure that achoice will be the right one.PurposeIs one an investor or looking for a home to live in? Depending on the intended use for theproperty, the buying criteria may be somewhat different. Investorsusually are planning to eitherrent the property or resell it. Theprimary consideration is posi-tive cash flow, or the ability toprofit from a resale.Owner-occupant buyers whointend to buy a foreclosed hometo live in are not concernedabout rental cash flow. Their pri-orities are correlated to the sizeof the home and the location.They too should be very mindfulof other criteria that will have abig impact on the purchase afterit is completed.LocationIf an investor, the most com-mon mistake is location. Theproperty choice should be influ-enced by an investment plan. If intending to rent the property,choose a home that does nothave too much competition inthe immediate area.One of the things that led to ahigh foreclosure rate among investors during the last years of the housing boom was investors who bought properties forrental, in areas where there werealready many vacant rentals onthe market. It will force rent ratesdown, or vacancy rate will behigher. If planning to resell, thesame rule applies. A property may look very cheap, but if thereis too much competition forrental or resale, it is going toreduce cash flow or force tolower the selling price.Owner-occupants need tochoose locations occupied by more owner-occupants thenthere are tenants. Buying a hometo live in, in an area with lots of rental properties, will likely cause the home value to remain
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101 E. Mitchell Street, Gaylord
Real Estate One, Gaylord (989) 705-8284
By Jim Akans
NOTE; Due to a publishing error, the photos of last week’s feature home did not match the article description. Following is the correct narrative:
This is a grand character style of home that simply does not show up onthe real estate market very often.Located just a few blocks north of downtown Gaylord, this magnificenthistoric home has undergone meticulous renovation and updating in recent years, resulting in a spacious, elegant estate that offers the perfect blend of nostalgic grandeur and contemporary lifestyle amenities.This five bedroom, two and a half bath residence features nearly 5,300square feet of living area. Highlights include a gourmet kitchen with a mix of concrete and Spekva Iroko (wood) countertops, heated tile floors, hard- wood flooring in the foyer, living, dining, parlor and home office areas, abrick fireplace, and much more. The restored vintage woodworking throughout the home is amazing to behold, recalling a time when work-manship and materials were painstaking crafted to showcase and endure.The just over half-acre grounds surrounding the home are beautifully landscaped and include well-established perennial gardens conveniently maintained with an in-ground irrigation system. There is an historic log potting shed located on the grounds, a perfect compliment to the vintageambience of the home and property. The home’s wrap-around coveredporch is an idyllic spot to sit back and become immersed in a reflection of asetting Gaylord pioneers enjoyed over a century ago.On a more contemporary note, this home also includes an attached areathat would make the perfect spot to set up a business, and the daily com-mute to work is only a few steps away! The location is ideal, as this home issituated on a corner lot not far from Gaylord’s wonderful downtown busi-ness district.This is a truly exceptional real estate offering, and at a listing price of $219,500 – it isn’t likely to be on the market very long. Call Lesa Jarski at RealEstate One today for a private showing; (989) 705-8284 or email Lesa@lesa- jarski.com
Meticulously renovatedhistoric home in Gaylord
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By Jim AkansLocated just one block south of the heart of downtown Gaylord, the Alpine Tavern & Eatery is aprime destination for area residents and visitorsseeking an absolutely delicious selection of “casu-al American fare” at very reasonable prices.Opening their doors in June of 2007 as the AlpineOven, and transforming into the new AlpineTavern & Eatery in 2010, this popular Gaylord des-tination has become the spot in town wherefriends gather to enjoy delicious breakfasts, lunch-es and dinners in a relaxed, open, family-friendly setting that also features an outdoor patio during warm weather months. Alpine Tavern & Eatery’s menu features a tanta-lizing assortment of sandwiches, including therecently added slow roasted Beef Brisket andTennessee Pull Pork selections, specialty pizzasand homemade soups, including White BeanChicken Chili, Alpine Swiss Onion, Beef Barley andRueben. The Alpine Tavern & Eatery also offers anexpanded menu that includes freshly preparedsalads (they even make their own dressings andsauces at Alpine Tavern), tasty appetizers such asPortabella Cheese Strips, Panko BreadedMozzarella Sticks and main courses including hand cut New York Strip steak and PankoEncrusted Whitefish.The pub-flavored atmosphere doesn’t just look inviting, there are a full selection of beers, winesand spirits available. One of the more popularbeers among Alpine Tavern customers is “MunichDunkel,” which is brewed in nearby Frankenmuth,Michigan, and another recent addition to theirdraft selections is the full-bodied, locally brewedCheboygan Lighthouse ale. The Alpine Tavern &Eatery also features daily breakfast and lunch spe-cials.The Alpine Tavern (Oven) was originally estab-lished by partners Gary Kosch and DanBloomquist as a light-fare oriented diner andcarry-out alternative in downtown Gaylord. Themenu and service hours were expanded to includebreakfasts just a few months after the restaurantopened. In late 2008, familiar faces James andColleen Hickey joined the partnership team.“We enjoy being a part of a locally-owned andoperated business here in Gaylord,” states ColleenHickey. “This is a very community-oriented placeto live and work, and the Alpine Tavern & Eatery,being a family-owned operation, has become apart of that character. We are very excited aboutthe changes we have been making.”Don’t miss the opportunity to stop by and check out the friendly service, great atmosphere, andreasonable prices offered at this independently owned and operated dining experience; The Alpine Tavern & Eatery.
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If you are looking for ghoulish fun, the Witches Night Out event at J.W. Shorter & SonMercantile may fit the bill. The seasonal cel-ebration, held 5-8 p.m., Thursday, October 6is also a benefit for the Women’s ResourceCenter of Northern Michigan (WRC).“We are looking forward to having our Witches Night Out event, and have it helpsupport the mission of the WRC. We believefirmly in the work of the WRC, and want tohelp the cause. We choose three or four caus-es a year to support in a bigger way, and the WRC, Camp Daggett, and the YMCA arealways on the list. We believe in supporting organizations that help children and those who love them,” said Jennifer Shorter, whoowns and operates J.W. Shorter.The WRC has become one of the largest,most comprehensive and multifacetedhuman services organizations in Michigan,offering programs and services that havebenefited thousands of women, children andfamilies in Antrim, Cheboygan, Charlevoix,Emmet and Otsego counties.Shorter emphasized the evening is open tothe public, “Gather your best ghoul friends,throw on something black and a pointy hat,and come in for a night of fun! Leave yourbroom at the door, and step inside to enjoy our Witches Brew and spidery cider, cornmaze munch, and hearty appetizers.” Shorteradded that the event is an opportunity to getsome Halloween decorating ideas while help-ing a great cause. During the event, 20% of allpurchases will be donated to the WRC. Attendees will also be given party favors andhave a chance to win door prizes, drawingsand an old-fashioned guess how many candy corns are in the jar contest. There will beprizes for the best-dressed witch and achance to make a decorative craft to takehome.If you are looking for unusual Halloweenmerchandise, J.W. Shorter’s offers plenty of ideas including black lace curtains andscreens made in the USA, impressive punchbowls and cake stands, Alice in Wonderlandhats and wigs, a variety of hats to wear or useas décor, seasonal paper products and allsizes of pumpkins and witches from minia-ture to larger-than-life.“While a costume isn't mandatory, it suremakes the night more fun,” said Shorter.Those dressed to impress will be entered to win a $100 gift certificate. Costumes need notbe complicated, just wear black, add a pointy hat, throw on some black lipstick and getready to gossip about the ghosts and goblinsin your life. Witches Night Out will be held 5-8 p.m.,Thursday, October 6, at J.W. Shorter & SonMercantile, 311 E. Lake Street, Petoskey. Formore information, contact J.W. Shorter’s at231-347-6540.Crooked Tree Arts Center will begin its fall culinary series on October 4 and classes willcontinue through November 9 with an array of classes mostly centered on the theme in thenew exhibition in the Edith Gilbert Gallery, Let Them Eat Cake! On October 4, Julie Adams of Julienne Tomatoes will present tips and recipes on various cakes and on October 11 from,Sweet Marie’s Confections will continue the dessert theme with a host of confections. As achange of pace on October 18: Carol Costello Catering will create a series of hearty horsd’oeuvres, and on October 25 Suzie’s Pies will be baking delicious fall pies. On November 1,Lulu’s Bistro will be an inspired entrée. All of these classes will be offered on Tuesdays from6-8 pm. To finish the fall culinary series, on November 8th and 9th, Mo Rave from the TerraceInn will present a two day workshop on creating your own gingerbread house from 10 am-4pm were each individual or couple will create a gingerbread house to take home for the hol-idays.“The culinary series at CTAC has become a great way forpeople who enjoy cooking or those who just want to learn tospend a fun evening together, to meet people and gathering tips from local chefs,” explains Gail DeMeyere, Visual Arts/Education Director at CTAC. “The series has becomevery popular with many repeat customers.”The Crooked Tree Arts Center is located downtownPetoskey at 461 E. Mitchell Street. For more informationplease call the Arts Center at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org. This program supported in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
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Dear Editor: What a wonderful outpouring of support! The Women Can/Women Do benefit luncheon, held at theBay Harbor Yacht Club—Lange Center, September 14, was our most successful, to date! The staff and board of the Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan,thank those who contributed to the success of thisimportant agency fundraiser. We appreciate the donation of time and effort to thisevent by our hardworking and dedicated committeemembers whose careful planning resulted in a beautifuland seamless event. We also thank the designers whocreated 51 better-than-ever table designs showcasing their many talents! We thank Maggie Poxson who, onceagain, provided the lovely violin music that greeted ourguests. The event would not be possible without ourdedicated table captains who help fill seats at eachtable. We thank the generous donors who attended theevent and bid on the many unique items donated to oursilent auction. We are grateful for the supportive busi-ness community, always willing to provide tempting giftcertificates, products and services for the silent auction. And finally, we thank Bay Harbor Yacht Club and staff who delivered a wonderful luncheon and top-notchcustomer service every step of the way.The dollars raised will help the WRC continue to pro-vide needed services to improve the quality of life for women, children and their families in Antrim,Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet and Otsego counties. We truly appreciate everyone’s support, hard work and caring!Sincerely,Janet Mancinelli WRC Executive Director
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lower. Preferably, stay in an area that is made up of a highmajority of owner-occupants. This will help ensure that theproperty value will remain stable or go up, not down. AffordInvestors want positive cash flow. Owner-occupants needaffordable payments. Investors should know before buying, what the rental rate or resale value would be. Then determinean offer price that insures costs will not exceed the likely cashflow or resale value.Owner-occupants should qualify themselves based ontheir take-home pay not gross income. For a mortgage that iscomfortable and affordable, try not to exceed 36% of takehome pay for a monthly payment. One may qualify for more,but this could lead to financial problems down the road. Havea monthly payment firmly in mind when shopping and mak-ing offers. Do not let agents or lenders tempt to borrow morethan you can afford. Buying a foreclosed home in a good loca-tion, with a monthly payment that is affordable will result inless stress and more happiness in a new home.
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