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Since 2008, Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty has proudly served as your trusted neighbor, dedicated to providing valuable insights into the world of real estate. Our passion for our community drives us to share our unique perspective on area neighborhoods, market trends, and the overall real estate experience.

As you step into our virtual home, we extend our warmest thanks for choosing to visit us. This blog is not just a collection of articles; it’s our story, a journey we’ve been on together for many years. We’re thrilled to continue this narrative with you, our cherished readers, as you return time and time again.

Within these digital pages, you’ll find more than just information about buying and selling homes. It’s a place where we open up about our experiences, challenges, and successes. It’s a space for conversation, a forum where we eagerly anticipate your questions, thoughts, and comments.

So, make yourself at home, explore our articles, and join in on the discussion. Together, we’ll navigate the exciting and ever-evolving world of real estate. Thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to many more chapters ahead!

Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty est. 2008.
Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty est. 2008.
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  • 2024 Coldwell Banker Agent Marketing Plan

    Grow your business by using the brand-new 2024 Coldwell Banker Agent Marketing Plan! This plan provides a guide for real estate agents to get the most out of their marketing in the new year and sets a strategy to set them on the right path to meet their goals in 2024 and beyond. It’s so…

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  • Register for December Coldwell Banker Learning Courses and More Updates

    Hi Coldwell Banker agents! This blog post is designed to help you unlock valuable insights and stay ahead in the real estate game! Elevate your skills and knowledge in the ever-evolving real estate landscape. “SUCCESS IS THE SUM OF SMALL EFFORTS REPEATED DAY IN AND DAY OUT.” – ROBERT COLLIER Coldwell Banker University Courses Coldwell…

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  • December 2023 National Holiday Assets

    11/24/2023 December 2023 National Holiday Assets are now available for Coldwell Banker Fairbairn Realty agents. To save the images below, click on the image and choose the info icon to view full-size image assets. Right-click to save the image to your computer. Use the images in your email, newsletter, social media, and print campaigns throughout…

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  • Engaging and Growing with Millennial Homebuyers

    “There is already a large and growing population of millennial millionaires, andthere will be even more created over the next decade according to projections,”says Craig Hogan, vice president of luxury for Coldwell Banker® Real EstateLLC. “The big question is, ‘What will this generation do with their wealth whenthe Great Wealth Transfer takes place?’”… (2019 Coldwell…

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Whether you’re buying or selling, we’re here for your real estate needs.


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Whether you’re buying or selling, we’re here for your real estate needs.

Call or text 231.548.9336.

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  • Fairbairn – A History

    The Fairbairn business remains in Alanson and the focus on service has been handed down throughout the generations of Fairbairns.

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  • Historical Lodging Along the Inland Waterway

    It is said that you can still see the pilings from the dock that once stood waiting for the guests to arrive.

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  • Alanson Swing Bridge

    The world’s shortest swinging bridge is just one of the “feathers” in Alanson’s “cap”! The original swing bridge was built in 1901. A manual key was used to turn the one-lane bridge from 1901 until the mid1960s. The newer version of the bridge now uses a hydraulic motor to turn. The Inland Waterway spans 87…

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  • Oden – State Fish Hatchery

    “Many men go fishing all of theirlives without knowing that itis not fish they are after.” Henry David Thoreau Driving along Crooked Lake’s shoreline on US-31 you’ll note the Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center sign welcoming travelers to visit. The driveway intersects the North Western State bike trail which was once a part of the railway…

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  • Checklist: Getting Licensed in Michigan

    Complete your real estate prelicensure course. Your school will submit your certificate of completion to the State of Michigan on your behalf. There are many wonderful in person and on-line courses to help prepare you for the licensing exam. A list of courses can be found here. Submit an application to the State of Michigan…

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  • Enhanced life estate deeds (Lady Bird Deed)

    The life tenant has the right to mortgage or sell the real estate without the consent of their beneficiaries named in the deed because they haven’t actually given the home to them yet.

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  • Coldwell Banker Commercial National Real Estate Outlook 2021

    On the local level, the below data provided by the Northern Michigan MLS shows year over year comparisons from 2019 to 2020 and beginning of 1st quarter 2021.

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  • A Look at Wealth 2020: New Affluent Trailblazers

    Filtering for homes listed above $500,000, the Northern Michigan MLS data (MLS, 2021) shows that there were 183 residential sales. Of those, 113 sales took place within an association.

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  • Congratulations to our Award-Winning Agents!

    Coldwell Banker has unveiled their 2020 International Award Winners and we’re so proud of our four! Please join us in a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to – Paul Fairbairn, Owner/ BrokerKaren Petrimoulx, Associate BrokerCraig Wilson Jr., RealtorJim Bell, Realtor NEWS RELEASE                              FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jennifer Murphy, Office Manager & Associate Broker 231.548.9336 PAUL FAIRBAIRN, KAREN PETRIMOULX, CRAIG…

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  • 24/7 Free Flowing Artesian Water

    “Flowing wells (along with springs and geysers) symbolize the presence and mystery of subsurface water, and as such they have always evoked considerable public interest”.

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  • What is the MLS anyway?

    You’ll hear Realtors talk about the MLS often. It’s probably one of the first things a Realtor mentions when talking about a marketing plan to sell your home or when they’re helping you to look for a home to purchase. So what is it? The MLS or multiple listing service, is an online portal that…

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  • Great Lakes Water Levels

    Great Lakes Water Levels are rising to a record high since record lows of 2012 and 2013.

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  • Tell your story with MoxiWebsites

    We know how important it is to create a unique destination where you can tell your story and clients can connect with you. Whether you want to create a simple website using our Coldwell Banker branded turn-key templates, or a fully customized site that emphasizes your branding and unique experience, MoxiWebsites’ versatile and robust options…

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  • Custom Video for Coldwell Banker Agents

    Attention agents! Leverage the Coldwell Banker custom video platform to add your own flavor to top-rated CB advertising campaigns and create your own marketing content. Custom Video is new to the Marketing Center and will be available through the end of the year offering agents the opportunity to customize Coldwell Banker® brand videos with unlimited downloads…

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