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July 22, 2026

Southwest Michigan Vacation Home Market Outlook 2026

Southwest Michigan Vacation Home Market Outlook 2026

Southwest Michigan Vacation-Home Market Outlook for the Rest of 2026: Buyer and Seller Guide

The Southwest Michigan vacation-home market should remain active through the remainder of 2026, but it is becoming more selective, more localized, and less forgiving of mistakes.

Buyers have more properties to consider than they did during …

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May 26, 2026

Under Contract Under Thirty Days

6852 EastRd, Lakeside, MI

I was not surprised this went under contract in less than 30 days.

Listed at just shy of $5,000,000 this Lakeside, MI home went under contract in just a few weeks. This was not a Lake Michigan lakefront estate. No beach frontage. No deeded beach access. Not even …

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Dec. 3, 2024

Buyer's Agent Compensation

Why Buyer’s Brokers Dominate Southwest Michigan’s Vacation Home Market—and Why Sellers Should Pay Attention

Here’s the deal: in Southwest Michigan’s vacation home market, the vast majority of homes aren’t sold directly by listing agents—they’re sold with the help of savvy Buyer’s Brokers. And that’s not just important for buyers—it’s a …

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Oct. 28, 2024

Confessions of a Buyer’s Agent

Confessions of a Buyer’s Agent

Things I’ve Done

As a buyer’s agent, I’m working solely for the buyer—no split loyalties here. I do what it takes to protect my clients and get them the best deal possible. These are actions I’ve taken on behalf of buyers that a seller’s agent simply can’t or won’t do …

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Sept. 9, 2024

Exclusive Offer for Selling Your Property


As someone who has successfully acquired a property in Southwest Michigan or Northwest Indiana with my representation, you’re already familiar with the caliber of service I provide. Now, I am offering an exclusive incentive for you when it comes time to sell that property: substantial reduction in listing commission  …

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Posted in Clients, Sellers
Sept. 9, 2024

2025 Market Outlook For Harbor Country Michigan


The housing market outlook for 2025 in Southwest Michigan, particularly in areas like New Buffalo, Union Pier, Lakeside, Harbert, and Sawyer, remains positive with expectations for continued gradual growth in home prices, driven largely by strong demand for vacation homes and limited inventory.

Key Factors Driving the Market

  • Vacation Home …
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