Kalamazoo Senior Living Blog

“Emotionally Attached” – Senior Citizen Home Selling Tips (part seven)

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Kalamazoo MI Senior Real Estate – Make sure that you enlist a Kalamazoo REALTOR that understands the challenges of the situation and is patient. Housing decisions for Senior Citizen are typically emotionally charged decisions.  So often a senior citizen has lived in their house for many years.  The house is full of memories and treasures that seem hard to part with.  [...]

Assisted Living Options in Kalamazoo County

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Kalamazoo MI Senior Citizens – As local REALTORS working with Senior Citizens, we know that transitioning out of your long time home is a challenging process.  We are able to provide great information and advice and assistance regarding the house you own, so that you can make the best decisions for the next options!  We are [...]

Don’t miss the Kalamazoo Chili Cook-off 2012 on Jan 21!!

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Head to downtown Kalamazoo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Jan. 21 for the famous Kalamazoo Chili Cookoff! The Chili Cook-Off finds downtown retailers, restaurants, and businesses squaring off in a friendly competition to see who takes home the coveted “Best Chili” trophy. The public can enjoy nearly 40 free samples of chili and vote for their [...]

Building an Accessible House in Kalamazoo MI

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Renovating a house to make it accessible is sometimes more expensive than building a brand new, fully accessible home! What are the features you should consider when you build a new accessible home in Kalamazoo MI? For the purposes of this post, we will assume that the house must be used for someone with arm [...]

Hurry — there is still a bit of time for the holiday walk!

Kellogg Manor House

Don’t miss the Holiday Walk at the Kellogg Manor House Richland MI – The Veenstra Team enjoyed a lovely evening last night at the Kellogg Manor House last night.  We visited with the Certified Tourism Ambassadors and enjoyed  the holiday walk.  If you have not yet visited this gorgeous “summer home” you will want to check out [...]

Elements of design needed when building an accessible house.

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When designing accessible housing in Kalamazoo or anywhere in the country, the following design elements are considered by the best building contractors.  The Veenstra Team works closely with home builders with successful experience with accessible housing. Building a new accessible home requires building elements, heights and clearances implemented to address the specific needs of disabled people. [...]

May your Thanksgiving be Blessed!

Thanksgiving Wishes from the Veenstra Team

Kalamazoo MI – Thanksgiving Day 2011 On this day of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of those who have helped us along in our journey or life and our profession. At this special time of the year, we want to personally express our deepest appreciation for the confidence and trust you have placed in us.  Thank you for supporting [...]

Do you love historic barns? You’ll love this Oshtemo Historical Society Event

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Oshtemo Barns Day October 22 – 11am to 3pm   Kalamazoo Real Estate and Barns – On Saturday, October 22nd from 11:00am to 3:00pm the Oshtemo Historical Society will be celebrating Oshtemo Barns Day to highlight historic barns in Oshtemo Township.  The event will be held at the Drake House, 927 N. Drake Road, just a [...]

Free seminars to help you get your budget and credit score back on track

Kalamazoo-Portage MI – The economy has been challenging over the last couple of years.  Many people have had to struggle financially.   If you are interested in getting your credit back on track so that you can take advantage of the low interest rates and affordable houses, we are aware of an excellent credit restoration [...]

More ways to enjoy Kalamazoo in September 2011

EVENTS in Kalamazoo MI – September 2001 KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER – Tagging and releasing of butterfies! (Sept. 10, 15 & 18, 2011) You can enjoy being outside and be a part of a project that happens in all continents! Tag Monarch Butterflies that visit the Hummingbird-Butterfly Garden before they migrate to Mexico. Join Biologist Torrey [...]

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