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How to Appeal Your Property Taxes in Manistee, MI (By Meagan Kempf, Realtor)

2010-03-04T04:07:00Z

2010 Tax Assessments have arrived here in Manistee County!

With the decline in both State Equalized Value and Taxable Values, it is very important that your 2010 property tax assessment paperwork carefully to make sure your tax assessment accurately reflects the value of your property.

If you feel your property is over assessed, you only have a short period of time to protest your assessment with the local Board of Review. The review boards meet in March, but dates vary by each municipality, so be sure to contact your local assessor.

Here's information on the Board of Review meetings in Manistee County:

Filer Towship Board of Review
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 3pm - 9pm

City of Manistee Board of Review
Monday, March 8, 2010 - 9-noon & 1-4pm
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - 1-5pm & 6-9pm

Manistee Township Board of Review
Monday, March 8, 2010 - 2-5pm & 6-9pm
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - 9-noon & 1-4pm

Visit my website download a step-by-step guide to utilize when preparing to appeal your property tax assessment. Please feel free to email or call me if you need any assistance with information on comparable properties or to learn more about how the process works.

Meagan Kempf
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Manistee, Michigan
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Home Inspectors, Pest Inspectors and Surveyors in Manistee County & Mason County Michigan

2010-03-02T01:12:00Z

Below you will find links to information that may be useful during the homebuying process:

List of Lenders - Lenders and banks providing loans in Manistee, MI

List of Home Inspectors - Home inspectors certified by InterNACHI or ASHI

List of Septic Inspectors

List of Pest Inspectors

List of Surveyors

List of Contractors

List of Appraisers

List of Utility Providers

Property Tax Estimator - Use this handy tool to estimate your property taxes

Understanding Rural Development Loans - more information on the RD loan program in Manistee County

Get $8000 Cash Back - As part of the Economic Stimulus package introduced in February 2009, you may be eligible to receive up to $8000 for buying a home in 2009.

Manistee County Equalization - Detailed information on all properties and homes in Manistee County

Mason County Equalization- Detailed information on all properties and homes in Mason County

Lake County Equalization - Detailed information on all properties and homes in Lake County

Oceana County Equalization - Detailed information on all properties and homes in Oceana County

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Price Reduced on 9199 Tavi Street in Kaleva, MI

2010-02-19T20:20:00Z

Kaleva Village, Manistee County - Announcing a price reduction on 9199 Tavi Street, a 1,600 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $75,000 - Great deal in Kaleva!.

Property information

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Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Foreclosures in Manistee, MI

2010-02-08T13:08:00Z

Are you looking for a list of foreclosures in Manistee, MI? You may be surprised to learn that there is not one source for all of these bank-owned listings, sometimes they are listed in the MLS as being bank owned and sometimes they are not. I have found that most of the sites online are outdated and incorrect. Our MLS recently added a field for bank-owned listings, so I can now provide a partial list of foreclosures for sale in Manistee. Visit my Deal of the Day site to download a list of properties...(read more)

Homes For Sale in Kaleva, MI

2010-02-02T22:32:00Z

• 1,600 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $79,000 - Great deal in Kaleva!

Kaleva Village, Manistee County - This is a very nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath stick built ranch home. Wonderful open layout offering main floor living all situated on a beautiful large corner lot. The spacious living room with new pellet stove, new carpeting and plenty of room for entertaining. The kitchen features lots of cupboards and counter space. Nicely designed patio area with a walkway leading to the large 28 x 32 garage. The brand new roof was just completed August 2009. Other updates include a new septic in 2001, new furnace in 2009 and a water heater in 2009. This is a great home in move-in condition - take a look!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Cabin For Sale in Northern Michigan Near Manistee & Irons

2010-01-27T19:34:00Z

Screen porch overlooking 10 wooded acres

• 1,070 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm 1 1/2 story - MLS® $134,000

Meade Township, Mason County - Excellent getaway or year-round home for sale near Irons, Michigan.

Situated on 10 deeply wooded acres, adjacent to federal forest allowing you to relax and get away from it all! Spacious screen porch overlooking the woods - pull out the futon and sleep peacefully in the midst of the wilderness.

Two bedrooms in lower level, possibly small third bedroom. Kitchen recently updated with new cupboards and appliances. Garage has tons of room and a workshop with lots of built in storage. Adorable potting shed and fenced in garden area as well!

This home is neat, clean and available fully furnished - buy today and move in tomorrow!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Home for sale on Land Contract in Manistee, MI

2010-01-27T19:34:00Z

Great deal in Manistee

• 2 bath single story - MLS® $49,900 - Land contract available!

Manistee, Manistee County - Cozy Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath House With A Two Car Garage And A Large Workshop/Shed. Many Recent Updates Including Roof, Siding, Windows, Doors, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Flooring, Furnace, Water Heater, Plumbing, Electrical, Shed, And Garage With Cement Floor And Electricity Walk To Downtown And River Walk.

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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2 Bedroom Cabin For Sale Near Manistee, MI & Wellston, MI

2010-01-22T12:31:00Z

In the heart of Manistee Nat. Forest!

• 925 sq. ft., 1 bath, 2 bdrm single story - MLS® $69,500 - Great country setting!

Stronach Township, Manistee County - Beautifully maintained home perfect for a small family, starter or retirement home. Located in the heart of Manistee County, yet only a few minutes into the city of Manistee, and close to thousands of acres of state and federal land. This would also be a perfect weekend getaway! Two garages, both are in excellent condition. The one garage in back has a workshop area setup.

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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10 acres For Sale in Filer Township near Manistee, MI

2010-01-22T12:30:00Z

10 acres of rolling, wooded land!

• lot / land - MLS® $89,000 - Land contract terms!

Filer Township, Manistee County - Spectacular 10 acre parcel of rolling and wooded property for sale in desirable Filer Township, just outside of Manistee, Michigan. Located a short walk from Magoon Creek Natural Area, a 95 acre township park located on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. The property is entirely wooded with an area cleared for a home. There is a small creek on the Eastern side.

Magoon Creek has public beaches and about 2 miles of hiking trails. This property offers easy access to Lake Michigan without the price!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Land For Sale in Grant Township Near Manistee, MI

2010-01-01T02:15:00Z

• lot / land - MLS® $25,000

Grant Township, Mason County - The perfect location to build a home within a short distance to Manistee and Lake Michigan. This building site is entirely wooded, except for an area that has already been cleared and excavated for building your dream home.

Located on an unpaved road just off a main paved road. Close to thousands of acres of state and federal land as well as the Nordhouse Dunes,a National Wilderness Area on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan.

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Land For Sale in Wellston, MI - 5 Acres!

2010-01-01T02:14:00Z

5 acres near Tippy Dam in Wellston

• lot / land - MLS® $29,999

Wellston, Norman Township - Deep in the very heart of the Manistee National forest near Wellston is this nicely wooded 5+/- acre parcel in one of the most serene surroundings.

Tippy Dam is just one block away! Thousands of acres of federal land nearby and numerous snowmobile trails for your winter pleasure.

This is the perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast...hunting, fishing, camping, snowmobiling, kayaking, hiking... you name it... you can do it! Make this the location for your "up-north" get-a-way!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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3 Bedroom Home For Sale in Manistee

2010-01-01T02:10:00Z

Just outside of Manistee!

• 1,300 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story - MLS® $149,000 - Make an offer!

Manistee, Manistee County - Well-built ranch style home for sale in desirable Filer Twp., just outside of Manistee, Michigan.

This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features a large living room, first floor laundry and spacious eat-in kitchen. Relax in the full finished basement’s huge family room with a wood burning stove or kick back in the awesome rec room with bar and space for your pool table!

Take advantage of Filer Twp’s lower taxes and live in a great neighborhood just outside of Manistee, within biking distance to the beaches and town! Call today for an appointment to see this wonderful home!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Waterfront Home For Sale in Irons, MI

2010-01-01T02:08:00Z

• 1,500 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm 1 1/2 story - MLS® $285,000 - 5 acres on the water!

Irons, Lake County - Secluded waterfront home for sale on Little Lake near Irons in Lake County Michigan.

Located on nearly 5 acres of wooded property with 200' of frontage on this quiet, no wake lake allows you to relax and get away from the busy life.

The 2 bedroom/ 2 bath home was built in 2005 and features a wall of windows overlooking the lake, a fabulous kitchen with hickory cabinets, stainless appliances and a walk-in pantry. Bamboo flooring throughout the main floor with a wood burning stove. Upper level master suite with full bath featuring a steam shower.

Full unfinished walkout lower level could be finished with additional bedrooms and another bath.

The property also has deeded access to Cool Lake. Two lakes = twice the fun!

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Waterfront Lot For Sale on Lake Michigan Near Manistee

2009-12-08T18:17:00Z

Lowest price directly on Lake Michigan!

• lot / land - $395,000 - 137' frontage on Lake MI

Bear Lake Township, Manistee County - Build your dream home in Pierport Shores, a brand new community on the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan between Onekama & Arcadia.

This 1.01 acre homesite has 137 ft of frontage and is entirely wooded. It offers an ideal location for a custom built home with absolutely stunning views.

Take advantage of this opportunity to create lifetime memories of breathtaking sunsets, warm sand and evening strolls along the the water's edge of Pierport Shores.

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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Rent/Lease a Condo at Pine Ridge in Manistee, MI

2009-11-24T22:03:00Z

Manistee, Manistee County - Announcing a rent/lease reduction on Pine Ridge, a 1,212 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now $1,190 USD Monthly - .

Property information

Meagan Kempf, Realtor
Coldwell Banker A.L.M.
Manistee, Michigan
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