saline: Meeting 25 new friends every month! - 10/01/08 01:43 PM
One of the little "extras" I try to provide my newcomers is help in networking, both socially and professionally. Here are some of the happy stories I have accumulated over the years.
I visited a woman who had been staying home with her three kids but was now ready to go … (0 comments)
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saline: Michigan Homeowners Principal Residence Exemption - 08/20/08 05:52 AM
Michigan homeowners need to be aware of the new law that went in to effect for homeowners who have moved and have not been able to sell their home in Michigan. It is an extension of the Homeowners Primary Residence Exemption.
The law is called PA 96 of 2008, … (13 comments)
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saline: Ice Cream Social at Weber Blaess School house in Saline, MI - 08/16/08 08:09 AM
This Sunday, August 17th the Saline Area Schools Preservation Foundation will hold an old fashion ice cream social at the Weber Blaess School.
The Weber Blaess School is a one room school house that was restored in 2004. It was the former school house of students from Saline and Lodi Township. … (25 comments)
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saline: "The Blimp" in Ann Arbor and Saline - 08/15/08 08:59 AM
If you live in Ann Arbor or Saline or anywhere in Washtenaw County for that matter, you have probably seen the Goodyear Blimp flying over. It is actually called a "Ship".
It parks (is that the right word?) at the Ann Arbor airport. This week it has been here for the … (14 comments)
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saline: Washtenaw County Treasurer services Ann Arbor, Dexter, Chelsea, Saline and Ypsilanti - 08/12/08 06:31 AM
We have one of the best treasurer's in the country and I say this because of all the proactive things she does to keep people in their homes. Catherine McClary has a wonderful website and has been helping people long before it was in the public's awareness.
Lately there has been … (5 comments)
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saline: Saline Michigan "What's happening in the RealEstate Market? - 08/05/08 06:20 PM
I live in Saline, Mi and love it. It is a wonderful community to live and raise a family.
Saline is located on a few miles South of Ann Arbor and we live only 6 minutes to Briarwood Mall. One of the main attractions to Saline is the schools. We … (17 comments)
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saline: 2nd Quarter Residential Reports for Ann Arbor and all Washtenaw County - 08/05/08 07:41 AM
The second quarter data had both surprises and not some surprises. When you are out selling and working with buyers on a day to day basis, Realtors just instinctively know what is happening.
If a buyer wants a home in a certain neighborhood and a certain price point then the hunt … (6 comments)
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saline: Sunflowers in Michigan - 08/04/08 07:49 PM
We were going to our lake cottage this weekend at Manitou Beach, Mi. and passed the most amazing sunflower garden. We were driving too fast to stop but on the way home, I made my husband pull over to get some photos.
There were at least 6 other cars doing the … (34 comments)
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saline: 4H Fair - It's a County Event - 08/03/08 08:16 AM
Washtenaw County 4H Fair
It is an important event for many in the Ann Arbor area.
This is the most important week of the year!
You have worked with your dog, lamb, steer, horse all year to go to win the blue ribbon. Wow the excitement is huge and the … (4 comments)
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saline: Drew Barrymore makes directing debut in Saline, Michigan - 07/10/08 12:47 PM
Yes, my town, Saline, Michigan is all abuzz with news of Drew Barrymore, making her directing debut here this summer.
Flower Productions, a film company from West Hollywood, set up offices in downtown Saline last week. Mayor Gretchen Driskell and Mayor protem Alicia Ping worked hard and fast to get Verizon … (20 comments)
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saline: Stonebridge a Planned Community in Ann Arbor and Saline, Michigan - 07/08/08 05:17 PM
Stonebridge in located on the South side of Ann Arbor and is divided into two school districts, Ann Arbor Public Schools and Saline Area Schools. It is a Planned Urban Development (PUD) with over 650 homes.
Stonebridge features executive homes, golf villas, condos, and single family residential homes.
The … (11 comments)
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saline: 7185 Dell Rd Saline, Mi 48176 - 06/10/08 08:49 PM
This is a fabulous home, located in Saline, Mi in a quiet, peaceful, country setting. Built in 2002 with hardwood floors throughout the main level with 9 ft ceilings.
Gorgeous lot, with a screen porch to enjoy the evenings. Five bedrooms and four full baths, made for a large family or … (11 comments)
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saline: Nobody Likes a Tease.... - 05/21/08 02:52 AM
Tonight I actually stopped at our rural mailbox and took the mail out.
I remember 32 years ago when getting the mail was such a big treat. My husband and I had no credit history, no accounts, didn't live anywhere long enough to have associations - we were blissfully free of the … (17 comments)
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saline: Brookside Golf Course in Saline, MI - 05/05/08 05:29 AM
Brookside Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation length golf course in Saline, MI. Located at 6451 Saline-Ann Arbor Rd. Brookside Golf course is a Par 72 course with 5820 Yards. Designed and operated my Ron Hopkins.
Today, we went and shot a round and I was pitiful. This is … (17 comments)
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saline: April showers bring May flowers in Ann Arbor and a Brighter Market - 05/01/08 02:05 PM
The 1st day of May is here and it is chilly outside and it has been chilly in market too.
Last year from April 1st 2007 to April 30th, 2007, we had closed on 148 homes in Ann Arbor.
This April from April 1st to April 30th, 2008, … (16 comments)
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saline: Taking the Plunge with Mixpo - 04/20/08 09:41 AM
My
First Experiment with Mixpo
I took the plunge and ordered
Mixpo
from Activerain. Thanks to Brad Andersohn,
walking me through it the first time, I was able to put this first
video together. Brad promises me he is going to be doing a step by step
tutorial on … (57 comments)
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saline: What will you do tonight when the lights are out 8:00pm to 9:00? - 03/29/08 12:13 PM
Go to http://www.google.com/ right now. Did you see the black?
Do you know why it is black?
Tonight is turn the lights out and we have someone in Ann Arbor, Michigan who has signed up our little part of the Earth in this great feat of awareness. Awareness about what you ask? … (10 comments)
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saline: Buyer Not Qualified as Yet?....Yep, I'll Show You the Town - 03/27/08 06:37 AM
I know many agents will think I'm crazy for my title but hear me out. There is a method to my madness.
There was a client who came into town to interview for a position here in Ann Arbor and he was pretty excited about the opportunity. Great company and seems … (12 comments)
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saline: Real Estate Market Historically is like a Roller Coaster - 03/23/08 04:28 PM
Real Estate is Like A
Roller Coaster
Friday night we were having dinner at Bridgewater
Bank in Saline, MI. It was crazy snowing and the restaurant
was not too crowded, so we lingered. No one was in a
hurry to get out and scrape their windshieds to go … (29 comments)
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saline: Annual Builders Home and Improvement Show - 03/10/08 11:25 AM
The 18th annual builders home and improvement show is going on at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds in Saline, Michigan this weekend:
Friday, March 14 3:00pm to 9:00 pmSaturday March 15 10:00am to 8:00 pmSunday March 16 11:00am to 5:00 pmIf you are interested in a coupon you can go to the website and … (2 comments)
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saline: Them-Them for Fiddlers ReStrung and my son Kevin - 03/02/08 02:51 AM
First let me define the title.
Fiddlers ReStrung is a Saline, MI high school group of select musicians who perform under the guidance and regulations of Saline's Community Education department and Saline Area schools. Audition is mandatory and many do not make the cut. It is not a club, though at the younger levels … (6 comments)
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saline: Warm Welcome to Ann Arbor, Michigan - 02/26/08 10:14 AM
I have some wonderful news for people moving to Ann Arbor Area. We have a mid Winter break with both the Ann Arbor Public schools, Saline Public Schools as well as the University of Michigan. The schools take advantage of the break and we certainly could use it to recharge our … (6 comments)
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saline: BUY MORE HOUSE IN ANN ARBOR FOR LESS - 01/17/08 12:18 PM
How do you BUY more HOUSE in ANN ARBOR for less? Easy, get a LOWER INTEREST RATE!
I just got my Inman News report that the MORTGAGE volume increase was huge so far this January due to INTEREST RATES declining. That means HOME BUYERS are BUYING!! Looks ANN ARBOR REAL ESTATE has hit bottom here in ANN ARBOR MICHIGAN!!
As … (0 comments)
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saline: Saline, Mi A great Place to Raise Your Family - 12/19/07 08:17 PM
I live in Saline, MI. It is a small, friendly community outside Ann Arbor, MI.
We moved here 14 years ago and have enjoyed everything about it. The schools are great, the teachers are great, the administration is great and is is so easy to get to know people. The Chamber … (17 comments)
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saline: Saline, MI First Snow Fall - 12/16/07 07:58 AM
Our first snow fall in Saline, MI. Oh, we've had a few flurries... but his is the real thing.
My son, Jamie who is going into the Navy is home and his girlfriend who lives in Tennessee flew in for the weekend. Malena was born and raised in California.
Malena is sooooooo excited. … (37 comments)
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saline: Saline Makes it to the Top 100 Best Places to Live - 12/14/07 01:32 PM
Well congratulations to Saline, Michigan! You have been named one of the top Best Places to Live in the US by CNN Money Magazine!
How exciting it is to look at the stats they pull together for analysis like this. The statistics include average age, crime rate, standard of living and crime rate … (3 comments)
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saline: Value-added Realtor at your Disposal - 12/13/07 12:10 AM
One of the messages I have internalized through the extensive training in my Ann Arbor Keller Williams Realty office is the need to differentiate ME from every other agent out there. I need to have valid reasons for buyers and sellers to work with me, beyond charm and good looks. (The looks fade with … (5 comments)
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saline: Banner day at the Walters' household! - 12/05/07 01:32 AM
Today is our only son's eighteenth birthday. How did we get here so quickly? I remember the day we sent him off to kindergarten, having completed the crying the night before, wondering if the kids would like him despite his speech impediment. We wondered if that meant he wasn't intelligent, wouldn't be able … (7 comments)
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saline: Fiddlers ReStrung benefit concert, Saline, MI - Toys For Tots - 11/30/07 11:58 PM
Boy, I would love to write a great blog tonight. Like the one I wrote last night that disappeared into thin air when I was playing with the images of turkey, chili, soup, and "abundance of bowls" that I was trying to insert into the blog. I have a lot to … (2 comments)
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saline: It's A Wonderful Life in Saline, MI - 11/25/07 03:16 PM
Saturday, December 1st the 32nd annual Christmas Parade is coming to downtown Saline, Mi.
The theme for 2007 is "It's A Wonderful Life in Saline". The theme was chosen this year in honor of Saline, Mi being twice named in the Top 100 Cities my CNN/Money Magazine.
The parade will begin at … (53 comments)
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saline: How will YOU Know when YOUR Market has Turned ? - 10/13/07 12:25 PM
We read so many posts here on Activerain, about the market, the inventory, the lack of buyers, frustrated sellers, the economy, and the sub-prime mortgage industry, foreclosures, and the media.
There is tons of finger pointing.........the buyers signing things they didn't understand, the lenders for selling mortgages to uncredit worthy people, … (83 comments)
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saline: Saline, Michigan Toyota Plant and The Housing Market - 10/01/07 01:16 PM
In July of 2005, Toyota won a long, hard fought battle to build a research and development facility in York Township. York Township is in the Saline Area School District and also parts of Milan School District.
The battle was long due to a developer wanting to purchase the land and build more … (36 comments)
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saline: It's Friday, Are Your Listings Getting Shown ? - 09/28/07 03:36 PM
I love it when Friday comes and most of my listings in Ann Arbor and Saline have a least one showing. This is a good weekend as I have at least one showing on some of my homes that have been moving rather slowly.
In Michigan, we have a very seasonal market, … (46 comments)
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saline: 1258 Waterways in Ann Arbor, MI 48108 - 08/24/07 07:57 PM
Today I listed this house in Saline, MI. The sellers had interviewed me last May and I didn't get the listing. Why ? Because I told them the truth. The house should be priced in the 470's. They chose a Realtor that listed it at 515,000. That was fine, they had … (37 comments)
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saline: Saline, MI Named in Money Magazine's Top 100 Places to Live - 07/17/07 08:54 PM
Area residents and business people in the Saline Community are celebrating today the fact that Saline has been named to CNN Money Magazine's annual list of "Best Places to Live: Top 100 in the United States". The list represents extensive demographic research that examines areas like financial performance, housing, education, quality … (24 comments)
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saline: Real Estate Chat and Open House - Weekend Schedule - 07/12/07 08:35 AM
Team366 is at it again! This week, we are featuring three properties from across the Ann Arbor Area:
This Sunday, from 1-3pm, hosted by Mr. Harry Kroth, is 624 Riverstone in Chelsea, Michigan. Check out the YouTube video walk through here and learn more about the property through our vFlyer for this property.
Next … (0 comments)
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saline: Following Up Leads With Guarantees - 07/02/07 09:45 PM
Here are some of the Guarantees that the Missy Caulk TEAM, in Ann Arbor, MI gives to leads that visit and register at one of our web-sites.
Search All Listings In Ann Arbor
Buy Ann Arbor Real Estate
Missy Caulk TEAM
Saline-Houses For Sale
WE Guarantee You a Quick Response By Email When You Use … (36 comments)
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saline: The Show Goes On !! - 06/17/07 08:24 PM
Ann Arbor Showcase of Homes is here ! Starting on June 16-and through June 24th, builders around the Washtenaw County, and the Ann Arbor Area will be featured in the Ann Arbor Showcase of Homes.
The Showcase of Homes, now in it's 23rd year features the latest trends in interior design, architecture, construction, landscaping, … (8 comments)
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saline: Ann Arbor Real Estate Professional - 06/11/07 07:35 AM
Missy Caulk is your Ann Arbor Michigan real estate professional. Call today: 734-302-1500.
Today I ventured out to learn a little something about Ann Arbor, just to my north, and man was I amazed at the things I found. First some background and history:
Ann Arbor became the seat of Washtenaw County in … (7 comments)
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saline: Happy Memorial Day Weekend ! - 05/25/07 09:37 PM
My family and I are headed out to our cottage tomorrow morning. I am going to have some good quality family time.
Our cottage is located in the Irish Hills Area of Michigan, lots of lakes and the MIS Speedway is out there. ( Michigan International Speedway) Nascar races, if you're into it. … (9 comments)
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saline: Saline Valley Farms Development - 05/20/07 07:23 AM
Saline Valley Farms is located off Saline-Ann Arbor Rd at Milkey Rd. 3 miles S of Downtown Saline,MI and minutes to Ann Arbor and schools, hospitals. Neslted amongst 600 acres of natural preserve with over 300 acres never to be built on.
Private Lake Ella Lee, a 14 acre swimming, skating … (4 comments)
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saline: I Want 600 Points ! - 05/08/07 09:09 PM
I was working with a awesome family moving to the Ann Arbor/Saline area. They had been referred by a friend who's husband was hiring thim for a job with his company.
We had looked at a lot of houses, in Saline, Michigan, but nothing seemed quite right. We were driving through … (18 comments)
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saline: Saline Farmers Market OPENS Saturday, May 5th - 05/04/07 12:08 PM
The Saline, MI Farmers Market opens for it's 8th year this Saturday. It is located on South Ann Arbor Street in Parking Lot 4. It opens at 8 a.m. until noon through Oct 27th. As the summer progresses wonderful fruits and vegetables can be found.
Esther Macdonald wil be on hand with … (7 comments)
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saline: 9702 Ravenswood Ct. Saline, MI 48176 - 05/01/07 08:16 AM
Gorgeous home in Saline Michigan. You can honestly eat off the floors. Beautiful setting with a pond view from the kitchen, deck and master-bedroom suite. Huge front porch, extra deep with sitting area. Master-suite also has a separate sitting area and includes a bonus room. Finished basement with day-light windows and lots … (4 comments)
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saline: One Room School House in Saline,MI - 04/28/07 06:59 PM
Weber-Blaess School house was move to the Saline District Schools Campus in June of 2002. It is the original one room school house of children in Saline MI and Lodi Township. The school house is used by elementary school children to create the experience of a one room, county school house. … (8 comments)
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saline: Saline Valley Farms It's History Then and Now. - 04/28/07 06:39 PM
The Saline Valley Farms, a farm cooperative on nearly 1000 acres, 3½ miles south of town, was begun by Harold S. Gray in 1932. Oral historian James Cameron has written, "(The venture) attracted struggling families during depression years. Over one hundred members lived with their families on site and worked cooperatively … (4 comments)
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saline: Saline Michigan History - 04/28/07 06:32 PM
In the 19th century, Orange Risdon was attracted to what is now Saline, but at the time was part of the Territory of Michigan. He was surveying a military road from Detroit to Chicagoand was working at the request of the federal government.
The road was subsequently known as the Chicago … (3 comments)
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saline: Saline Hospital Among TOP 100 in Country - 04/20/07 10:27 AM
St. Joe's Mercy Hospital in Saline, MI.
Solucient, a leading procider of information for the healthcare industry has said the St.Joseph Mercy Hospital in Saline is in the top 100. Now being a city of only 7000 residents but surrounded by Lodi, Saline, Pittsfield and Saline Townships this was tremendous news.
… (6 comments)
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saline: 174 Greenhills, Saline, MI 48176 - 04/19/07 06:19 AM
Warm contemporary home located on 2.51 ac. Three decks to enjoy the vista's. Custom designed and built by current owners. Step down into the formal dining and great room. Huge master-suite with separate sitting area with balcony to view great room and private deck to enjoy morning coffee or relax and … (0 comments)
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saline: Selling Your Home In Ann Arbor The Prices Come Down Down Down - 04/16/07 05:56 PM
Well the market is coming down in Ann Arbor. I sold a home in a fantastic neighbor in Saline, Michigan in 2002. It turned over in September 2006 and sold for 415,000. with 5000.00 in concessions. Same house only a few rooms painted nice colors.
My neighbors just listed there house. … (9 comments)
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saline: Saline Valley Farms - 03/24/07 06:41 AM
Saline Valley Farms is a new community located in Saline, MI. About 4 miles S of Saline off Saline_Milan Rd. you will experience all the peace and tranquility you will need. Over 300 ac of natural preserved land with Private Lake Ella and 2 miles of the Saline River running through it. … (4 comments)
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saline: February Housing Stat's for Ann Arbor, MI - 03/16/07 07:40 AM
Here is the executive summary from Big House Data in Ann Arbor, MI. This is a great company that I hire to do the research and compile the data for me.
You can read the entire report here. I maintain it is still a great time to buy, the sellers are … (2 comments)
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saline: Saline...The Changing Landscape - 01/14/07 07:38 AM
Saline is located in southern Michigan's east-west, metropolitan corridor. Saline was chosen as one of the most attractive, small cities in America by Money Magazine for many years.
This growing community is home to 8034 residents and more than two dozen businesses. Some of these businesses include Ford Motor Company, American … (2 comments)
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saline: Saline, Michigan a great place to raise a family ! - 01/07/07 09:01 AM
We have raised our five children in Saline, MI. We have seen the little country, farming community that I had never heard of when I lived in Ann Arbor, turn into a thriving community.
Saline, Mi is located about 5 miles S of Ann Arbor. It has seen tremendous growth the last … (7 comments)
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saline: No more PMI starting in 2007, Market Stat's - 01/04/07 05:53 AM
It has taken years to get through our legal system, but it has finally made it! Brand new legislation now allows homeowners to deduct mortgage insurance premiums from taxable income. The law is effective for the 2007 tax year. A couple of things to know: It is only for new … (5 comments)
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saline: Ann Arbor Review Awards - 12/11/06 05:11 AM
Recently the Ann Arbor Review handed out it's award for the Year 2006, one I am especially proud of is Saline Valley Farms. Saline Valley Farms was awarded Best New Residential Development. Saline Valley Farms is located in Saline, MI ( where I live ) a thriving community on the South side … (3 comments)
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saline: Marketing Plan - 12/04/06 08:07 AM
Marketing Plan Designed For
24 Hour World Wide Web on Realtor.com on your home
Upload Your Home on 12 websites
Your home on 4 of my own web sites
http://annarbor-houses.com/
http://buyannarborrealestate.com/
http://missycaulkteam.com/
http://missycaulk-mls.com/
Feed back after each showing
Place a Re/Max Sign on the property
Perform a comprehensive COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS
Enroll the property in 3 MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICES
Notify top selling agents … (4 comments)
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