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Northern Michigan STR Demand Forecast: Summer 2026 Booking Trends and What They Mean for Your Pricing

Summer 2026 Is Booking Faster Than Last Year. Here's What Your Nightly Rate Should Do About It.

Gretta Huffman

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May 11, 2026

Readiness

The Memorial Day Arrival Checklist: 12 Things to Confirm Before You Pull Into the Driveway

What to Confirm, Schedule, and Stock Before the Season's Most Important Weekend

Matthew William

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May 4, 2026

Real Estate

The Out-of-State Owner's Home Improvement ROI Guide: What Upgrades Actually Pay Off at Your Northern Michigan Property

A Northern Michigan contractor pricing guide for second homeowners: which upgrades protect your asset, which boost rental income, and which are just expensive personal preferences.

Matthew William, +1

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Apr 28, 2026

Real Estate

The Waterfront Buyer's Market Your Neighbor Doesn't Know About Yet

Grand Traverse County waterfront sales jumped nearly 29 percent last year. Here's what the shift in values means for what you already own — and what you might buy next.

Matthew William

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Apr 20, 2026

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We Asked 5 Northern Michigan Property Managers the Same 6 Questions. The Answers Were Surprising.

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The Spring Opening Checklist for Northern Michigan Second Homes: 14 Things to Do Before Your First Visit

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