We received the letter, and we have been well aware of the "deterioration of Samrick Avenue", but the big signs at the both ends of Samrick are a little less than comforting. Sometimes you never can appreciate a bad road until it is closed!
I am glad to know that the Kent County Road Commission has been planning on a replacement for Samrick Avenue, and is saving us the thousands of dollars that it would have cost to do both of these at different times. I Thank you now before my journey home becomes a true mess of equipment, those @#$! orange barrels and joyful sounds of workers (which I know would rather be doing something other than working in the hot summer with tar and dirt and sewer connections).
Ok, I am not sure how I really feel about this. I am not living right on Samrick and will not be having my mail box, shrub, yard or tree disturbed. (Please feel free to vent here on this blog, I will listen and comment so you won't feel you are alone) I am a lucky one who has the both sewer and water. I have dealt with the West River road and barrels for as long as the rest of us that travel too and from Plainfield to Alpine and use that stretch of road. I have nothing to be upset about other than a little inconvenience when getting to my home right?
Well, I am going to make this an ongoing blog about this event. I will be counting down from day one to
November 1, 2008 (according to the letter that will be the completion date)
Copyright 2008 Charlene Hammontree & U.S. Home and Realty
Belmont, Michigan
Belmont Elementary School is having Carnival 2008, Friday, February 29th, at 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This PTA sponsored event is a great way to share in some quality time with your family and friends.
This Year's Carnival will host a Mini - Raffle, with proceeds to be evenly divided amount the Belmont teaching staff. The teachers will use this money to buy instructional aids for our students.
What is a mini - raffle?
A mini raffle is a selection of various prizes available to win by purchasing an individual ticket and placing that ticket in a container specifically for the prize you wish to win. At the end of the evening, a winning ticket will be drawn for each prize. Tickets will cost $1.00 and will be sold the evening of the Carnival. However, you need not be present to win.
How can I help?
As in the previous years, the PTA is seeking the generosity of Belmont parents and business to assist in the success of this event. We are asking parents, business owners, and the Belmont community to consider donating a prize to this year's mini - raffle.
Do you have something you'd like to donate to the Mini-Raffle? Here are some donation ideas:
Use your imagination! We only ask that you donate new items. If you would prefer to make a cash donation, prizes will be purchased by the PTA on your behalf.
All donations will receive visual recognition for the donor. Anonymous prizes are welcome as well. Belmont PTA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization meaning prizes donated with a declared value will be given a tax donation receipt. Please be sure to include the attacked "In-Kind Donation Form" with your item. Additional forms will be available in the office.
Deadline for donations is February 28th, 2008.They can be dropped off at the school office or arrangements can be made for pick-up. We are very excited about this year's Carnival and we sincerely appreciate your support of this mini-raffle. Please help make the mini-raffle a success. If you have any questions or interest in assisting with the raffle, please contact the Belmont parents listed below.
Becca Usher, Carnival Chairperson, 887-2602 or beccausher@yahoo.com
Rose Kimball, Mini -Raffle Coordinator, 361-6638 or tony_kimball@sbcglobal.net
Belmont, Michigan
Want something to do and a cheap date? Attend this years Spaghetti Dinner and Used Book Sale. Where can you get an endless plate of pasta, connecting with family, friends, neighbors and shop for books? You can't beat this and it will help more kids have the opportuinty to read!
Belmont Elementary School will be holding once again their famous
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner and Used Book Sale
Friday February 22, 2008
5:30 - 7:30
Belmont Elementary School
6097 Belmont Road
Belmont, MI 40306
Dinner inculdes: spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, dessert, and drink
Adults: $4.50
Children (4-12) $2.00
Under 3 eat free
Maximum of $20.00 per family
All profits to benefit the Belmont Media Center
Michigan real estate agent specializing in Short Sales and Foreclosures in Rockford, Belmont, Comstock Park. Accredited Buyer Representative & Senior Real Estate Specialist.
Charlene Hammontree Real Estate Consultant, ABR, SRES
I started working in real estate in 1982 in Rockford, Michigan. I had just graduated from Rockford High School, and a good friend of the family, also a Realtor at the time, suggested that I obtain my real estate license, so I did. Interest rates at the time were 18% and it was a different world back then in every aspect of this profession. I wanted to grow in this profession. I knew it then.
From there I ventured deeper into the real estate industry by way of title insurance, mortgage processing, appraisal, loan origination, and underwriting. I loved working with people, but found that I was being lead away from what I enjoyed working with the most: The Home Owners!
I have found that I love helping them understand the continently changing real estate process. I love a client that calls just to say "Hi, and oh, by the way, can you look this home up for me?" or "Do you know someone who.....?" My initial meeting with new buyers and sellers allows me to stress one very important thing: Real estate changes daily! I love teaching what I learn!
I continue my education daily in this industry to better serve my clients needs. I read, I network, I blog, I take classes specially designed for agents to become the best agents for their clients and in their profession; I talk with other professionals to share ideas of what works and what doesn't. I research the market trends as well as monitoring home sales in my communities. I interview other professionals in the industry that might have a product or service my clients might need now or in the future. But most importantly, I listen to the needs of my clients so that I can fully understand what they are wanting from me..... their real estate agent for life!
I love what I do! Having someone working for you that enjoys what they do makes your real estate experience successful and less stressful. Although the times have changed in real estate since I began my journey, I truly love what I do. I love the fact that every home sale brings uniqueness with both the home and the buyers/sellers. No two homes are alike and neither are the clients. Their needs or their situation and therefore should have their real estate process designed for them.
What does this mean to you? Whether it is a first home, downsizing the family home, relocating, or anywhere in between, I will be involved and available. I have also become very passionate about helping those in need of short sale or foreclosure help. Giving hope and direction to those who are facing econmic issues is not the "fun" part of my job, but the most rewarding. My experience and knowledge allows me to get the best price for a buyer, negotiate the best price for a seller and is a resource for those who want to know more about real estate in their neighborhood and in real estate in general. Reviewing every week what has sold or is currently on the market in their neighborhood gives me the edge on marketing for a profitable, faster home sale. For home buyers, that means looking at as many houses as possible to find the best one that meets the needs of the buyer and helping them obtain the best financing as well as negotiate the best price for their new home. My goal is having happy clients for life! Your life! Your needs!
I currently hold my ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) and SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist) Designations. I continue to take educational training classes to keep my knowledge and skills on the cutting edge.
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYERS AGENT Council (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who met the specified educational and practical experience criteria. The criteria are: Completed the comprehensive two-day REBAC course in buyer representation Successfully passed a written examination Demonstrated a practical experience of having completed five closed real estate transactions in the field of buyer representation. Received recommendations from two of the real estate practitioners buyer clients. Be a member in good standing with the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. Look for those real estate agents that proudly display the ABR® designation and know that they are professionals in the field of buyer representation.
Seniors Real Estate Specialists® areREALTORS® qualified to address the needs of home buyers and sellers age 50+. The SRES® Council awards the SRES® Designation to those members who have successfully completed its education program.
By earning the SRES® designation, your REALTOR® has demonstrated necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50-plus through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home. Your REALTOR® has received special training, gets regular updates, and is prepared to offer the options and information needed in making life changing decisions.
My Blog disclaimer: The information shared in this blog is posted for open opinions and comments. The articles are the property of Charlene Hammontree and JGR Real Estate. Either Charlene Hammontree or JGR Real Estate are not responsible for opinions, thoughts, ideas or comments by visitors nor any loss obtained by the information posted here. The information on this blog is for informational purposes only and is not deemed reliable or guaranteed. It is highly recommended that a legal professional or others deemed to be knowledgeable professionals to assist you during any real estate transaction.
"We really felt listened to and our concerns were always addressed. This helped us make the right choices to sell and buy a home. We truly feel your knowledge and your professionalism helped us get top dollar when we sold our home. Not to mention your negotiation skills when we bought our new home. It is a great time to buy with you!" ~ Brad & Cindy
"I can't tell you how great it was to have you helping my Father with selling his home. Not being able to be there to help him because of our own family and the distance was really hard for us. You made us feel like we were right there. We didn't need to worry with your help and guidence. My Father loved working with you too!" ~ Kim & Sean, Chicago
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