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The Lake Lifestyle Carries a Price Tag
/in Grand Rapids, Northern Michigan, SE Michigan, Western Michigan /by Tracy WillisA recent report from LakeHomes.com is based on real estate property for sale and listing data collected in August of 2021. It includes list price and the volume of listings. Any lake with fewer of 10 home listings for sale was eliminated from the report. Michigan has $2.7 billion in lake homes and lots for sale, with the number of listings totaling 5,508. Lake Michigan makes up for half of the top 10 most expensive lakefront areas. It is also number 5 on the top most expensive lake home markets, nationally. Smaller inland lakes also landed on the state list and include Torch Lake, Lake Leelanau and Lake Charlevoix.
COVID Emergency Rental Assistance Staves Off An Eviction Tsunami
/in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Northern Michigan, SE Michigan, Western Michigan /by Tracy WillisWith the ending of the federal eviction moratorium on August 26, local legal aid funds are still being sorted out. Since the initial eviction moratorium, the U.S. Treasury has paid $25 billion to states and local governments for COVID Emergency Rental Assistance. From May to August, a total of $181,821,906 has been paid out to Michigan residents. The pace of the disbursements will continue to accelerate into September, according to the MSHDA communications director. The Director of Litigation at the Legal Aid of Western Michigan estimates that applicants are waiting 1 to 2 months before receiving a check. The processing rate varies by county and ranges from 26-72%.
Luxury In The Forecast For Muskegon
/in Northern Michigan /by Tracy WillisThirty acres of Muskegon waterfront property are slated for a $250 million redevelopment project that includes luxury condos, a marina, restaurant, event space and expanded public trails. Adelaide Pointe QOZB LLC revealed the details of their plans for the Adelaide Point project to city officials and environmental advocates. The developer began acquiring the properties in March of 2021. The project aims to double the size of public access and expand trails, greenspace, and fishing areas. Over the next two years, the goal is to construct one of the 5 residential buildings, a 55-unit luxury condominium building, a marina, and a multi-use building that will include restaurant, retail and event spaces. The Adelaide Point project is a ten-year plan.