Saugatuck Real Estate | Pat and Pam Murphy, Realtors

It's a bit o' the Irish - from "The Murphys!"

March 17th, St. Patrick's Day, is celebrated by people of all backgrounds.  The History of St. Patrick Day from The First Ever Parade to Dyeing the Chicago River Green to traditional Irish Music & Dance,  show the strength the Irish people have who came to America to fight for acceptance in this country.

Don't forget to wear something green or maybe listen to some Irish music while you eat the traditional corn beef & cabbage & celebrate ALL THINGS IRISH!

6th Annual Pub Party on March 15th celebration at Coral Gables here in dowtown Saugatuck featuring traditional Irish Food, live & silent auction, music & fun.  All sponsored by the Saugatuck/Douglas Historical Society.  Just go to my Calendar of Events to find out other happenings around town!!!!

I know you're reading negative stories about the housing market but don't let it dampen your enthusiasm to either sell a home or buy a home!  With my Real Estate experience of 20 yrs. & over 30 yrs. combined experience w/my husband, Pat, this slowdown in the housing market is cyclical & will not last. 

Real Estate is a long term investment.  The boom created a misconception that real estate is a high yield, short-term investment.  It's not.

Economic indicators remain good.  In addition to low interest rates, most areas of the country are experiencing employment gains, inflation is under control, and the gross domestic product is growing.  These signs point to healthy sales this year.  This area of West Michigan on the Lakeshore of Saugatuck/Douglas is still experience good activity in the housing market.  This area is primary a resort or second home market area & people looking for a retreat home have that income to spend. 

Please continue to next page for more of my analysis of the Real Estate Market.

News from "The Murphy's"  - Happy Valentine's Day to all!  Yes it's time....Don't forget a present for that special someone for Valentine's Day.  How about a gift with a Celtic meaning for your Valentine.  The Claddagh with the heart for love, the hands for friendship and the crown for loyalty. 

With the weather cold and gray, we turn inward to our hearths and homes.  In summer we look outward, toward the lake where we live, the yard & the world beyond.  In winter, we look at the inside of our homes & think:  I have to repaint or get rid of that old wall paper!!!!

Check out the new Lake Magazine Issue, Feb-March 2008, for some great interior-design tips. 

Pat & I are busy getting ready for our New Parade Home that Patrick Murphy Builders, LLC  will be building for the 2008 Parade of Homes coming up this June.  We are very excited about the new floor plan "Perryman II"  that will be built on a wonderful lot here in Douglas, Michigan.  Just a few minutes from the Douglas Lake Michigan Beach & Beautiful down town area of Douglas & Saugatuck.  Walking distance to Tower Marina to enjoy boating from Sail Boats to Power Boats.  Located here in West Michigan with numerous activities at hand to enjoy your Retreat Home or All Year Round Living!!!

Please contact me for further details on Floorplans & other Custom Homes & Remodeling works that Pat has completed in Saugatuck/Douglas.

Here are just a few of my all time Favorite Things!  Call or email me what yours might be.......

A Premier Massage Chair - Great after sitting hunched over all day.  It kneads, taps, rolls from head to back to legs. 

Range Rover - My Dream Car!!!  I've had a Land Rover for a couple of years & love it!  The Range Rover would be a pleasure on the open road & would be a winner on the road but I will probably do the right thing for the environment & purchase a hybrid!!!!

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As those of us say our goodbyes to 2007 and look to the future, I am focused on my mission:

"TO CONSULT AND ADVISE MY CLIENTS, SO THEY ALSO, HAVE BUSINESSES WORTH OWNING AND LIVES WORTH LIVING."

You can count on me to help you find that perfect proprty here in west Michigan particularly in our wonderful Saugatuck/Douglas area where my husband, Pat, & I live now full time from the Chicagoland area.  Pat is a licensed Builder in the state of Michigan & has been building custom homes back in Chicago & now in the Saugatuck/Douglas area. 

What is life in Southwest Michigan all about!

HOLIDAY GREETINGS - sending out wishes for peace on this troubled earth as we deck out our Homes  this Christmas Season.

  I just finished delivering poinsettias plants to all my customers who bought homes from me this past year.  I ask them, "How's the house?" as they anxiously show me around, & they say, "We Love it!"   

To see these families break in their new homes with their traditions for friends & family and how, I personally, made it happen in finding them their perfect Home, makes what I do feel really good!

Sacred Places an article in U.S. News Special Issue, writes about Sacred Places we all have.  They range from entire cities in the world to as small as having that one special room in your Home.  What better way, than to celebrate Christmas than in your own Home with your love ones.