Living in Northern Michigan is all about water. Having access to lakes and having beaches close by is a huge perk to living Up North, and this new location on Jonathan Drive offers both! 

Nestled between Torch Lake and Elk Lake, this four bedroom and 2.75 bath home is a gem of a property, even if you didn't look beyond its immediate footprint. At 1,700 square feet, it has a neat floor plan that balances openness with private little nooks. Finish the basement and this home is palatial! It also...

There are few things as simple, as enjoyable, and as memorable as the holiday open house. Nearly every small town or village has its own version; an evening of lights, parades, and the promise of seeing Santa for the first time of the season. 

We have friends and clients all over Northern Michigan, and we love seeing and experiencing the festivities in small towns across the region. Communities like Traverse City, Kalkaska, and others see hundreds, even thousands of their citizens come togeth...

Who doesn't love waking up on the water? For many people that have lived in Northern Michigan for years, and certainly for folks moving from other regions, the allure of freshwater lakes is an attractive feature and a real treat. Of course, finding properties on the water can be tough; with so many buyers, homes on the shoreline can get especially fast. 

Luckily, we have a number of experienced and talented realtors that have a deft hand in finding and moving these beautiful homes. Richard ha...

We don't only deal in homes. While we love finding a just the right place for our friends and neighbors to call their own, we also have an eye for great business ventures right here in Northern Michigan. 

Real estate agents are entrepreneurs at heart, and that's a passion we love to support and encourage in others. We've always got our eyes peeled for a great venture, and Shane Hollandsworth has all the details on a golden one. 

This apartment-style complex sits on US-31 just south of the de...

There's plenty to do in Northern Michigan, but when you're done on the water or in the woods, why not stop into the local art gallery?

Twisted Fish Gallery in Elk Rapids is home to a year-round celebration of art, but every summer, but their weekly exhibitions really bring that love to life. This July, they're hosting From Within II, a collection of pieces from twenty different artists offering up a wide-ranging and eclectic mix of media, from paintings, sculptures, and a line-blurring array...

We take a look at two beautiful homes just north of Elk Rapids. Whether you're looking for a place to raise the family or a home to escape to, these two Kewadin properties offer something for everyone. Which is right for you?

5169 Mackenzie Drive, Kewadin 

Love sunsets, evenings on the porch, and a quiet place to raise the kids? This is your perfect space. 

The right home in the right neighborhood can make all the difference. The village of Kewadin is just north of Elk Lake, west of the tip...

Northern Michigan is home to dozens of incredible breweries. From the brand new pubs in Traverse City, Boyne City, and Charlevoix, to the countless establishments all over the region, there's one that feels a bit more like home. The bonus? They bring big-city nightlife and events to the small towns! 

Short's Brewing Company has changed Northern Michigan, and has done so in a way that highlights the natural beauty and resources, the people that live here, and the places that make is special. W...