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ANTRIM December 2018 Traverse City

Next Home W E S T

M I C H I G A N

Benzie, Manistee & Mason Counties

Mesick

Bear Lake

Manton

Irons Scottville Ludington Pentwater Hart

OCEANA

LAKE

OSCEOLA Evart Reed City

Baldwin

Big Rapids

NEWAYGO

Holton Whitehall Twin Lake

Fremont Newaygo

MUSKEGON

Harrison Clare

ISABELLA Mt. Pleasant

Morley

MONTCALM

Sparta Cedar Springs GreenvilleCarson City Rockford Belding Grand RapidsLenz Rd., Kaleva

10 Acres with Private Pond

20 Acres Ready To Build Secluded, Quiet & Private

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Walk-Out Basement 2 Car Garage

Offered At $49,900

Offered At $164,900

Kayla King • 231-887-0092

Cheryl Staszczak • 248-805-3802

4838 E. Stark Rd., Free Soil

12063 Caberfae Hwy 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths on 1.58 Acres 2 Car Attached Garage 40x30ft Pole Barn Fenced in Backyard with Patio and Fire Pit

36 Acres with Trails & Blinds

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath Year-Round Cabin Near 2 Rivers, Federal Land & Snowmobile Trails

Offered at $168,000

Offered at $116,900

Shirley Barker • 903-681-6102

Pam Weiner • 810-841-8616

360 Parkdale Ave., Manistee, MI

231.398.3800

www.goLighthouseRealty.com Residential

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Vacant Land

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MIDLAND

Shepherd

Howard City Lakeview

KENT

6458 Coates Hwy, Manistee

GLADWIN

CLARE Farwell

Mecosta

MECOSTA

White Cloud

Hesperia

McBain Marion

Let the Lighthouse Team work for you in 2018!

Montague

ROSCOMMON

Lake City

Cadillac

Manistee

MASON

MISSAUKEE

WEXFORD

MANISTEE

CRAWFORD

KALKASKA

GRAND TRAVERSE

BENZIE

OTSEGO

FREE

LEELANAU

Farms

SEE OUR DIRECTORY ON PAGE 3 FOR A FULL LIST OF REALTORS AND BUSINESSES. A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE MANISTEE NEWS ADVOCATE & BENZIE RECORD PATRIOT 1 YourCOUNTY Next Home • December 2018

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HOME There are many traditional and contemporary ways to decorate for the holidays both inside and outside the home. Christmas is arguably the most popular decorating holiday, but having decorations that are re-usable for other holidays is a great idea.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Consider a wide variety of lighting options such as: • Rope lights, icicle lights or net lights for bushes or trees • Try multiple function light sets that will do amazing things • Consider various sizes of bulbs from big, small, sphere, round or warm, cool or multiple colors • Pathway, spotlight or window lighting Use LED lighting options as they are energy efficient and last for years Find paper, bows, boxes or bags to make presents pretty Use ceramic buildings and accessories to create a Christmas village 2

Holiday Decorating

Small and large outdoor inflatables Others include ornaments, wreathes, garland, tinsel, stockings, trees, tree skirts and more.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Don’t forget to plan ahead and have tools readily available when decorating plus ladders, drills, adhesive strips, tape, nails, gutter hooks and anything else you might need Color makes a world of difference when choosing decorations for the holidays Choose Christmas decorations that have more of a wintry feel that can be used for a longer time frame For other holidays, consider the multiuse capabilities of decorations that can be used for birthday parties or other events Your Next Home • December 2018

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DIRECTORY

Next Home W E S T

M I C H I G A N

Benzie, Manistee & Mason Counties

REAL ESTATE AGENCIES & REALTORS ..........PAGE Lighthouse Realty .................................1 (cover)

REO-Jon Zickert........................................5 & 16 Lighthouse Realty .............................................. 7 REALTOR Contact & Website Information ..... 8 Lighthouse Realty .............................................. 9 Lighthouse Realty ............................................11

MOM Board of Realtors .................................13

INSURANCE AGENCIES Webber Insurance ...........................................15

ADVICE FOR THE HOME Holiday Decorating ........................................... 2 Fireplaces ........................................................... 4 Be Ready For Winter Storms ............................ 6 Snow Removal Safety .....................................10 Attract Birds To Your Yard ...............................12 Easy DIY Birdseed Ornaments ......................14

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HOME There are many options for you to choose from, but the right options can often depend where you want to put your fireplace. Creating a plan and researching your options is the smart way to start.

ELECTRIC FIREPLACES • Do not require venting as there is no source of combustion and no heat loss through a chimney.

• Many decorative styles to fit your needs and room.

• Great for supplemental heat.

LP & NATURAL GAS • Great source of supplemental heat.

• Provide the look of a wood burning fireplace or wood stove without the mess or work.

• Can be either vented or vent free.

WOOD FIREPLACES • Helps to lower your heating bills.

• The ambiance, romance and scent of a wood fire are other great reasons to install on in your home.

VENT FREE FIREPLACES • Typically cost less than vented fireplaces to operate and install. Have a 99.7% efficiency rating, and utilize the air already in the home. The burner in the gas heater is designed to burn and produce virtually no carbon monoxide or other hazardous fumes that need to be vented outside the home.

• Vent free products are not recommended for use in elevations over 5,000 feet.

• There are more limitations on Vent Free fireplaces due to local codes.

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Fireplaces

DIRECT VENT FIREPLACES • Direct vent fireplaces are gas operated and heat rated.

• Vented needs a specific vent system to bring in and introduce fresh outside air and vent the exhaust from the unit outside the home.

• High efficiency and convenient installation are two of its features.

Can be used practically anywhere Low cost installation due to compact and easy install Due to the sealed combustion technology, no full chimney is needed Glass panel provides extra safety assurance • Always check with the local code authority to get a list of acceptable types of units that may be installed in your homes or garages OUTDOOR FIREPLACES There are many varieties to choose from including: No cut block projects Portable fireplaces Fire rings Your Next Home • December 2018

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HOME The Earth’s elements can be scary! Winter brings heavy snow, rain, sleet and ice that can knock out power in an instant. Be prepared by stocking up on emergency items that can easily be accessible.

BASIC SURVIVAL ITEMS Candles, matches, flashlights and batteries Canned food, can opener, snacks and water • You will need enough non-perishable food to last a few days • Canned and powdered food are good for long-term storage Battery-powered radio & cell phone charger Things to pass the time such as books, magazines, cards or board games.

First aid kit, blankets, foot and hand warmers Extra socks, hats, mittens, blankets, jackets and warm weather apparel • You may already have these items, but remember you will need enough blankets to keep everyone warm without any heat and in adverse conditions Snow removal equipment including shovels plus rock salt and sand Pet supplies such as food, litter box, blanket and water 6

Be Ready For Winter Storms

WINTERIZE YOUR HOME Insulate walls and attics Weather-strip doors and windows Install storm windows or cover windows with plastic Insulate pipes and allow faucets to drip a little during cold weather to avoid freezing Clear rain gutters and repair roof leaks in order to avoid clogging and flooding Cut away tree branches that could fall on a house or buildings during a storm ANTICIPATE A LONG POWER OUTAGE Eat perishable foods first, keeping canned goods for lengthy outages Leave the refrigerator doors closed during short outages and use the cold weather to store some things outside Have some entertainment available that does not involve electricity Your Next Home • December 2018

Life Just Got More Beautiful In Pierport Shores!

Lynda Beaton (231) 383-0404

Arcadia Township in northern Manistee County has plenty to offer, a world class golf course, deep Lynda@golighthouserealty.com water port in the village of Arcadia, rolling hills, nestled between two great resort areas, Onekama and Frankfort.

So what’s so special about Pierport Shores along Lakeview Road? Owners/Developers of Laughing Angel Inc. have groomed, cleaned and brightened areas up on Lots 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 along with new pricing!

All lots are one acre in size. Another improvement? Natural gas is now available at the street for all lots.

A picture is worth a thousand words, but to see these in person will take your breath away!! Come see this unique 12 lot development on Lakeview Road in Arcadia and take advantage of the much improved (lower) pricing!

Lot # 3 is $250,000 with 141 ft on Lake Michigan Lot # 4 is $250,000 with 138 ft on Lake Michigan Lot # 5 is $250,000 with 137 ft on Lake Michigan Lot # 8 is $175,000 with shared beach access.

Lot # 9 is $175,000 with shared beach access.

360 Parkdale Ave., Manistee, MI

231.398.3800

www.goLighthouseRealty.com

10 ACRES

Judianne Sibley (231) 239-1333 Judianne@golighthouserealty.com

Make sure your visions are in trusted hands.

Choose Judianne.

Dedicated, Experienced, Trusted

Beautiful, Build Your Dream Home Mature Woods.

Build Your Dream Home!!

Residential Neighboorhood CLOSE TO LK MI, SHOPPING, ST PARK, Hamlin Lk Pine Tree plantation on back half.

RATH RD N, LUDINGTON, MI 49431 HAMLIN TWP. - 1/4 Mi off Decker Rd MLS #18047405

$68,500

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INFORMATION

Lighthouse Realty Manistee .............231-398-3800 www.goLighthouseRealty.com

Heather Barker ............................231-510-5505 Lynda Beaton ...............................231-383-0404 Therran Ferguson.........................231-510-1790 Judianne Sibley...........................231-239-1333 Casey Tennant ..............................231-233-7613

Mason Oceana Manistee Board of Realtors .............

www.momboard.com

Real Estate One/The Jon Zickert Group ....................

231-631-1337 www.jonzickert.com

Webber Insurance ............................231-882-9655

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213 Elm St. DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD, QUIET STREET 3-4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home

Offered at $238,000

On Almost 1 Acre Seasonal Lake Michigan Views Hardwood Floors Master Bedroom With Balcony Walkout Basement Patio With Fire Pit

Heather Barker (231) 510-5505

heather@golighthouserealty.com

OFFERED AT $12,000

85 Marina Drive C, Manistee

35ft Boat Slip with Harbor Village Amenities!

Electric and Water Included

DESIRABLE BUILDING SITE W/ LITTLE MANISTEE RIVERFRONT! DEEDED LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS!

8856 N Granger Rd., Irons

Red Apple Lot 64, Manistee

Almost 1 Acre (.81) Lot • Across from Lake Michigan

Offered at $32,000

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath • 1.78 Acres 425ft of Little Manistee River Frontage

REDUCED $133,000

360 Parkdale Ave., Manistee, MI

231.398.3800

www.goLighthouseRealty.com

MOVE IN READY FARM 6340 Old US 31, Manistee

4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath home 37 Acres with Pole Barn Close to Onekama and Manistee

Casey Tennant (231) 233-7613

Offered at $222,500

casey@golighthouserealty.com

OFFERED AT $55,000

REDUCED $40,000

LAKE MICHIGAN ACCESS! 3461 Jungle Inn Drive, Arcadia

Corner of Jungle Inn & M-22 .67 Acre Building Site with Deeded Lake Michigan Access December 2018 • Your Next Home

DUPLEX ON QUIET STREET IN MANISTEE!

2 LOTS WITH ELECTRIC, SEPTIC AND WATER

OFFERED AT $22,000

12013 8th St., Bear Lake

Great Spot to Build or Put a Camper

276 Eleventh St., Manistee Both Units are 1 Bed, 1 Bath Separate Meters for Each Unit Nice Backyard, Full Basement

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HOME One of the more common causes of back injuries during the winter months is snow removal. Using the wrong body mechanics when shoveling snow can put undue stress on the spine and lead to muscle strains, falls, or more serious back injuries. These injuries can be prevented if proper precautions are taken.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Warm-up your muscles. Shoveling can be a vigorous activity.

• Pace yourself. Take frequent breaks and prevent dehydration by drinking plenty of fluids. If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath or other signs of a heart attack, stop shoveling/blowing and seek emergency care.

• Use a shovel that is comfortable for your height and strength. Do not use a shovel that is too heavy or too long for you.

• Try to push the snow instead of lifting it. If you must lift, do it properly.

• Do not throw the snow over your shoulder or to the side. This requires a twisting motion that stresses your back.

SNOW BLOWERS A snow blower can be a useful tool for removing snow quickly. But while often more convenient, they can also be more dangerous than shoveling. Be aware of the proper techniques of using a snow blower and read the user manual and pay attention to labels on the machine.

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Snow Removal Safety

• Never stick your hands in the snow blower!

If snow jams the snow blower, stop the engine and use a solid object to clear wet snow or debris from the chute. Beware of the brief recoil of motor and blades that occurs after the machine has been turned off.

• Do not leave the snow blower unattended when it is running.

• Add fuel before starting the snow blower.

Never add fuel when the engine is running or hot.

• Stay away from the engine. It can become very hot and burn unprotected flesh.

• Watch the snow blower cord. If you are operating an electric snow blower, be aware of where the power cord is at all times.

SIDEWALKS & DRIVEWAYS It’s also important to keep ice clear from your sidewalks and driveways to prevent accidents.

Ice melt and all-purpose sand can add traction to these surfaces, plus ice chippers work well.

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360 Parkdale Ave., Manistee, MI Buying or Selling Call

231.398.3800

Therran Ferguson www.goLighthouseRealty.com (231) 510-1790

4300 Milarch Rd. Manistee, MI • $340,000 • MLS # 17018646 10 acre Farm with Giant 4,380 sq. ft. 6 Bedroom 3 full bath Country home! Property features a pond, 20 x 30 garage, 30 x 40 pole barn, commercial heating & cooling system (2014), natural gas as well as an outdoor wood furnace. Make meals for everyone you know in the 24 x 30 banquet kitchen with center island & dining area. And relax with as many guests as you can fit in the 24 x 30 family room! Home was built onto and completely remodeled in 2003. Sale includes 2 Parcels totaling 10 acres M/L which allow an extra 5 acres of cleared farm field perfect for you to harvest crops or have horses. The bedrooms are very spacious and located on both levels, lower level allows for handicap accessibility. Plenty of land to hunt white-tail deer.

60 E Birch Rd. Manistee, MI • $275,000 • MLS# 18038985 Spectacular Lakefront English Tudor!! 125 feet of private Bar Lake frontage. Bar Lake flows out to Lake Michigan. Very well maintained almost 3,000 sq. ft. 4+ bedroom 3 bath with English Tudor Charm. Large two level wrap-around deck overlooking Bar Lake all while capturing the Lake Michigan breeze along with breathtaking sunsets. This home is nestled on a beautifully landscaped rural setting with, artesian well and Koi pond. Less than 1/4 mile from Lake Michigan and a wonderful public beach access. Lochinvar furnace & wood stove. Home was remodeled along with updated utilities. Mostly finished full basement, with rec room including gas fire place, craft room, and additional room that can be used as a bedroom.

2700 Pine Run Dr. Onekama, MI • $259,000 • MLS # 16052342 Large family home in a perfect location! Just down from M22 Scenic Hwy. off Portage Point Dr. Very Private! Home is nestled on 3 acres m/l surrounded by a beautiful hemlock forest. Lake Michigan and Portage Lake on each side. Built in 2004. Stone fireplace in living room with grand ceiling, formal dining, eat in kitchen of your dreams with built-in desk. Den or extra bedroom just off the kitchen. Main level master bedroom with huge bath & walk-in closet. On the Upper level, there are 3 bedrooms, a full bath, family room, and a bonus room ready for your finishing touches (15X16). FULL, WALK-OUT BASEMENT with high ceilings would make a wonderful rec-room. The Large wrap-around deck is great for entertaining. This home has potential for 6+ bedrooms.

2406 Bialik Rd. Manistee, MI • $198,500 • MLS# 18039415 Peace and Tranquility!! This Home is as clean as a whistle!! This Large 3+ bedroom 2 full bath sits on 2 acres with mostly finished walk-out. Home is located on 6 large lots in the Glenn Acres subdivision very close to the Big Manistee River and approximately 8 miles from the City of Manistee. Home was built in 2002 and has been very well maintained. Large composite deck located off the wide open living, dining, and kitchen. The deck which cantilevers over the beautifully landscaped walk-out patio with built in fire pit is surrounded by a hemlock forest full of wildlife. The large 2 story attached garage is insulated and finished below and has a very large loft that could easily be converted into additional bedrooms.

2967 Chippewa Hwy. Manistee, MI • $156,000 • MLS # 17014848 Well Maintained Brick over 2,000 sq. ft. Ranch Style Home. Property sits in a wooded setting just north of Manistee in Manistee Township. Large 2 lot parcel. Recently remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Cherry cabinets. Hardwood floors throughout. No step entrance and shower. The private patio and back yard are fenced in which make it perfect for dogs and encompasses a 30 x 26 pole barn. Wood stove in the family room and fireplace in the living room. Attached garage could be finished off to provide addition sq. footage.

Schedule your tour today!

5 Magill St. Manistee, MI • $120,000 • MLS # 18043134 Extremely well maintained historic home with tons of updates. This 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home has had all of the following items replaced in last few years roof, siding, windows, furnace, water heater, appliances and flooring.

Nice corner lot with big back yard and 2 stall detached garage. Same owner for many years. Plenty of storage.

Seller is including all shelving in basement and garage with sale. Basement has a unique bar room that will stay with the home. Upstairs has a large extra room that could be a den, recreation room or bedroom with the 1/2 bath already attached. Flooring in the home is hardwood underneath the carpet.

2071 Reigle St. Manistee, MI • $299,000 • MLS # 18028553 Large Building/Development Site With Lake Michigan views Panoramic views of the lake from atop a bluff located just south of the Manistee Golf and Country Club, this property would make a great building site or can be sold as 6 individual sites. The property has been split (8 tax id numbers) but can be modified to fit the buyer’s individual needs. Located within the city limits, utilities are available at the corner of the property.

Reigle street is un-improved so there is virtually no traffic except to provide access for two other homes. This property definitely would support several high end homes.

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HOME Many people enjoy watching birds, especially during the winter months when we’re inside the house more often. If you’re looking to attract birds to your yard, perhaps viewing them through your windows, a combination of the right feeders, food, suet and bird houses will help create the desired impact.

FEEDER SIZE - Select a feeder that has a good size capacity and provides an ample supply of food. If you can’t settle for one, buy multiple feeders so the birds will be well set in the wintertime.

COVERED AREA - Birds like to have cover and shelter. Place feeders near cover such as dense evergreens to provide birds shelter from storms and from predators.

CHOOSE WISELY - Place a black oil sunflower mix that contains a high proportion of black oil sunflower in the feeder. This type of mix is better for the birds because it contains a high fat and protein content. Birds need more energy to keep warm in the wintertime.

KEEP THEM WELL FED - Provide an all-you-caneat buffet for the birds by keeping the feeder full. Typically, birds come to the feeder early in the morning to refuel after a cold night and at the end of the day to stock up on necessary calories.

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Attract Birds To Your Yard

ADD SUET - If you want to attract some woodpeckers or nuthatches, add some suet to your feeder. Suet is a high calorie fat that is heated and cooled to form suet cakes. The cakes often include sunflowers, berries, fruit, and nuts. Not only is suet high in fat and protein, but it can be enjoyed by birds in the winter and summer. Some suet cakes are meltresistant which allow birds to enjoy suet any time of the year.

FILL OFTEN - Do not stop filling your feeder in the middle of winter. Birds become accustomed to using your feeders as a food source so you cannot stop feeding. During severe weather, birds depend on your feeder.

If you are unable to fill your feeder, ask a neighbor or friend for help.

CHECK IN - Shovel snow off and around the feeder after winter snowstorms. Birds are unable to access the food from the feeder or the fallen seed on the ground after it snows.

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Easy DIY Birdseed Ornaments

WHAT YOU NEED: • A cookie sheet • Wax paper • A mixing bowl • 3/4 cup flour • 1/2 cup water • 3 tablespoons corn syrup • 4 cups birdseed • Cookie cutters • Cooking spray • Straws • Twine • Scissors WHAT TO DO: 1. Line a cookie sheet with wax paper.

2. Add flour, water, and corn syrup together in a mixing bowl. Make sure it’s well combined.

3. Once the liquid mixture is smooth and creamy, slowly add the birdseed. Mix to combine.

4. Pour the mixture onto the cookie sheet. Using your hands, press the mixture until it’s flat and even. The birdseed dough should be roughly 1/2’’ to 3/4’’ thick.

5. Coat the edges of your cookie cutters with cooking spray. Then, press the cookie cutters into the birdseed mixture.

6. Next, poke a hole (for hanging) through each ornament with a straw. Allow the birdseed to rest in the cookie cutters for 8 hours.

7. Once set, remove your birdseed ornaments from the cookie cutters.

8. Loop a piece of twine through each ornament. Then, head outside and hang them up on the nearest tree. In no time at all, wild birds will stop by to nibble on these pretty pieces.

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