Why Investors from all over the world are investing in Muskegon, Michigan Real estate (edit/delete)

Out of town Investors and and families and retires from accross the Country are comming to Muskegon to invest.

Out of area investor from Spain, England and parts of the Us are studing the market here in Muskegon and are casting there vote on our market by getting out there check books and buying Muskegon. Why ?

Muskegons Revival

Muskegon has new buildings going up every where. Homes being upgraded and rehabed, Bike trails going in , New streets and more.

For generations, vacationers from around the world have traveled to the Muskegon Coastline to experience its beauty. After discovering the diversified economy, affordable housing and quality healthcare, some of those visitors tear up their return tickets.

The components that drive the Muskegon economy are a well-oiled machine: the force of major and advanced manufacturers, presence of emerging industries and continues technological investment keep Muskegon cruising at the head of the pack.

DIVERSE ECONOMY

The region is a global leader in advanced manufacturing, specializing in metals, plastics, and alternative energy. Manufacturers are known for products serving the aerospace, automotive, office furniture, defense and related industries. Experts in energy, technology and life science are making remarkable strides from their Muskegon base. In the downtown, vigorous development has meant opportunities for new and expanding businesses, spurred by massive investments in this vibrant urban center. Baker College is in the process of developing The Culinary Institute of Michigan, an $11 million investment at Clay Avenue and Third Street in Downtown Muskegon.

TRANSPORTATION

Transformation of the region has been eased by the extensive transportation options, including the Lake Express cross-lake ferry, which has created even more business opportunities. Several state highways, U.S. 31 and 1-96, provide efficient and rapid surface transportation for trucks, buses and passenger cars. Michigan Shoreline Railroad and CSX handle rail freight. The Muskegon County Airport provides air cargo and commercial passenger services, including daily service to Detroit and Milwaukee. The new generation of regional aircraft operated in Muskegon are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and are newer than many of the large jets flown by other airlines. The Port of Muskegon, a Michigan Port of Entry and a multi-modal ship-rail-truck port and storage center, offers water access to the Great Lakes, and the St. Lawrence Seaway and beyond.

RESOURCES

Cultivating the rich natural resources of the area has also brought economic prosperity. The region's farms are recognized for cherries, blueberries, peaches and apples. Farmers' markets offer an abundance of fresh and organic produce, u-pick orchards, farm garden and orchard tours, and access to pumpkin patches in the fall.

High-skill, high-paying jobs are further boosted by the area's award winning healthcare facilities, which need a talented workforce as they expand. The result is more jobs fueling the economic activity.

HEALTH CARE

World-class healthcare facilities support the area's growing population, with a community focus. Hackley Health and Mercy General Health Partners have joined forces to further strengthen their ability to care for the community. Now, both organizations are operating under the ownership of Trinity Health. The partnership is enabling two previously recognized organizations to streamline services, enabling increased specialization and state-of-the-art facilities.

In 2006 and 2007, Mercy received the Distinguished Hospital Award for Excellence from HealthGrades, placing it among the top five percent for clinical excellence. It was named one of the Solucient Top Hospitals in 2006, and for three years in a row it was awarded the Governor's Award of Excellence. Further, it was named as one of West Michigan's 10 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2007.

In summer 2007, a new Center for Cancer opened, expanding Mercy's oncology program in an integrated center that offers treatment and exam rooms, a resource library and more, including an outdoor healing garden. Hackley Health at the Lakes, near the Lakes Mall, has opened and brought together ambulatory services, women's care, physician offices, diagnostic technology and an Urgent Care Center in southern Muskegon County. The commitment to public health has garnered Hackley multiple awards, including the Governor's Award of Excellence for the past three years in emergency and inpatient care.

In addition to the major medical centers, located throughout the area are many private practice physicians, chiropractors, mental health specialists, dentists, home care providers and assisted living centers. For spiritual wellbeing, residents gather in faith communities of diverse denominations inside more than 300 churches, temples, and religious centers, representing diverse beliefs.
The natural beauty, economic modernization and sense of community make Muskegon a well-rounded place to call home.

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Sarah Palin for Vice president after her speech to night you have to vote for Sarah and John. What a combination. They will go to Washington ask questions. Get answers and get things done. I think we will be in for 4 year that will be exiting and well lead. quote

He's a man who wore the uniform of this country for 22 years, and refused to break faith with those troops in Iraq who have now brought victory within sight.

And as the mother of one of those troops, that is exactly the kind of man I want as commander in chief. I'm just one of many moms who'll say an extra prayer each night for our sons and daughters going into harm's way. There you go . who are you going to vote for.

I thought this was worth sharing. I am sure Sara has a lot to learn but it sound like she i quick

Regardless of your political persuasion, I think you will find this writing by a lady supposedly from Sarah Palin's home town of interest.

Len

WOW............what's your take on this? Do you like her as your Governor? Hugs, Judy

Judy, Sarah Palin is the US’s answer to Margaret Thatcher! Anyone who thinks she cannot handle the job or deal briskly and efficiently with ANY issue, including foreign governments … well, they haven’t met our Sarah <grin>.

As an Alaskan resident as well as a resident of Wasilla, AK, where Sarah Palin was at one time Mayor … I can speak with confidence. Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska is exactly what she portrayed during her introduction this morning and exactly what our US Government needs. She is ethical to a fault (if there is such a thing), a refreshing change to the status-quo and as smart and determined a PERSON (gender really isn’t an issue here as far as I’m concerned) as anyone could ask for at the head of government.

Sarah is no naïve “small town mayor” – she just *started out* there. Btw, as Mayor of Wasilla, she brought this “small town” through a lot of GOOD changes and left it at the end of her term having grown to the 4^th largest CITY in Alaska – a lot of growth and a stronger economic base than ever before.

She has EXECTUTIVE experience *running a government* (something NONE of the other candidates can actually boast, even John McCain <g>) as Governor of Alaska and got there by defeating the *incumbent* Republican Governor, who was definitely part of the “old school” and who WAS very much in the pocket of the big oil companies. We in Alaska wanted change – and we got it in the person of Sarah Palin!

Sarah Palin is everything she looks to be and more. Her approval rating as Governor of Alaska has been as high as 95% and is currently leveled out consistently in the upper 80 percentile throughout the state (and in both parties) - the HIGHEST approval rating of ANY sitting Governor.

Sarah has been turning around corruption in the Legislature of Alaska - turning things on their ear for that matter; cutting spending in spite of the increased income the state is currently receiving due to the high oil prices - she has insisted on putting a huge amount of the "windfall" into savings for the future rather than spending, spending, spending - and has insisted from the get-go on what she refers to as "honest, ethical and transparent governing" - no more closed door meetings and dealings - the big oil companies thought she would be a pushover and have learned better to their chagrin.

She understands the "real people" and the economic issues we all face (Alaskans along with the rest of the country) - she was one of "us" not long ago. Rather than passing useless "laws" or throwing money at pet projects, she (most recently) temporarily suspended the state gas tax (on gasoline at the pumps, fuel oil and natural gas for homes, etc.) and has ordered checks issued to ALL residents of Alaska this fall in an attempt to assist with the burden of high fuel costs for the upcoming winter. I could go on and on, but that's enough for now <smile>. She isn’t doing these things to be popular – she is doing it because her constituents are HURTING financially and she can help.

She became Governor of Alaska by defeating the Incumbent Republican Governor and doing it *without* the money or the support of the Republican Party, which was amazing in itself - and she won by a landslide. The "powers that be" at that time totally underestimated Sarah and learned better the hard way. She has done exactly what she claimed she was going to do and is just as popular today as the day she was elected - perhaps more so since even the Democrats up here seem to like her - she works well with both sides in the Legislature here.

Sarah "belongs" to us (Alaskans) ... and although we are going to be terribly sorry to see her leave before she finishes the job she started here (two years ago) straightening out OUR State <grin> ... we understand she is needed for a bigger purpose and hopefully her Lt. Governor will be able to fill her shoes here and continue the job.

As for worrying about what would happen if McCain were to die or step down or whatever ... Theta, up here in AK we've only been wondering how long we would be able to KEEP Sarah in Alaska and have seen her as our first woman President of the USA from the start. It's always been a matter of whether she would wait until the end of her TWO terms as Governor (no doubt at ALL that she would be re-elected if she ran for a second term at the end of her current term) ... or end up in Washington sooner. She could do the job TODAY.

Personally, I feel a lot better about McCain now that I know he has someone as savvy, as strong, as ethical and as steady as Sarah at his back. She will be an excellent Vice President ... and my guess is will be our US Republican Presidential candidate in four years - AND by then the country will KNOW her – will love and respect her as we do here - and she'll win by as much of a landslide as she did here in Alaska. I only wonder if McCain has a clue what he is unleashing on the US of A <grin>. She is going to be a fresh wind, but also a strong wind.

Is that enough of an endorsement? If not, I'll add this ... Jerry and I have for many years felt the best "vote" was to vote for the lesser of two "evils" and hope they didn't do too much damage. Two years ago during our State Governor's race was the first time EVER that we actually asked for not just a little sign to put in our yard showing our support of our candidate (something we've never felt the desire to do at all before) - we asked for a full 4' x 8' "SARAH PALIN FOR GOVERNOR!" sign and were proud to have it. She hasn't let us or Alaska down. She will do the same for the USA if given the opportunity.

Feel free to pass this on to anyone who may be interested (and spam those who aren’t!).

-Deb Frost in Alaska