Middle Bass & South Bass Island, Ohio on Lake Erie - Ohio's Great Lake!

Things are hopping on Middle Bass Island, Ohio this fall.  The state of Ohio is continuing it's work on improving the large state park, campground and marina.  Last weekend they were demolishing some of the older homes that are on state property and no longer used.  

I was on Middle Bass Island on Saturday shooting pictures and taking measurements for some new listings - watch for details or subscribe to our e-newsletter at our website at http://www.ohiovacationland.com for updates!  It's good to see the state working to improve the park.  The tent camping area on the shores of Lake Erie is becoming one of the best still undiscovered campsites in Ohio.  Amazing views!  You literally camp within 20 feet of the lake shore for some sites.

The Middle Bass Island State Park Marina is one of the best on the lake.  Enjoy a new dock master facility, showers, restrooms, and plenty of safe modern space.  There is also a new boat ramp that is free to use.

Stay tuned for more improvements!  Ohio's Lake Erie Islands keep getting better.

Yesterday I was showing homes on South Bass Island and in the beautiful village of Put-in-Bay.  It was a beautiful day for the end of November.

If you aren't living the Lake Erie Lifestyle already, or haven't taken the time to visit Ohio's Vacation Land take some time this winter to plan your 2014 island visit.

Another List of Great Reasons to List Your Home Now!

My manager just sent out a list of great reasons to list your Northern Ohio Home now.  Are you decorating for the holiday season and also considering selling?  Your staging is perfect!  Add some ginger bread scented candles and your home will show at it's best!!

  Reasons to Market Your Home During the Holidays

• Fewer Showings ~ Yes there are fewer buyers, but those buyers that are left are usually very serious about making a purchase.  You may have fewer showings but great prospects!

• Less Competition ~ Most people wait until spring and summer to list their home, which means during the winter you will have far less competition than any other time of the year.

• Homes Show Better During the Holiday ~ Buyers love homes that can tell a story.  The holidays are a great time to show homes because the home is usually dressed up for the holiday season.

• January is the Biggest Transfer Month ~ Did you know that more corporate moves happen during January than any other time of the year?  This may be a great reason to list you home during the holiday season!

• Timing ~ By putting the home on the market during the winter you may be able to more easily hit your moving goals.

• More Time to Get Top Dollar ~ By starting to market your home early you may be able to secure a higher price.

• Great Time to Shop ~ If your home sells quickly you will be able to shop for your next home during the winter.  This is a great time to find a bargain.

• More Advertising ~ Because most agents and offices have less inventory during the winter, your home may be advertised more often than during the spring and summer months!

• More Attention ~ Most agents will be able to devote more specialized attention to your needs during the winter because they have less clients to manage.

• The Market ~ Today’s interest rates are at forty-year lows.  This gives buyers more spending power, and will be even more important when you begin shopping for your next home.

• Tax Benefits ~ By selling now you can have a closing after the first of the year for tax purposes.

• Loan Commitment ~ During the winter months you may be able to obtain a loan commitment quicker.

• More Time ~ You may be able to look at homes during the holiday especially during vacations.

• Highest Percentage ~ We usually have the highest percentage of listings sold to listings taken during this time of the year

Call me today and let our team put your home in the spotlight!  

440-315-6000  or  RealEstate@HiseyGroup.com

WHY LIST YOUR NORTHERN OHIO HOME NOW WHEN THE COLD WEATHER AND HOLIDAYS ARE APPROACHING?

1. Only serious buyers are out there looking! Relocating buyers make up part of this.

2. There is far less competition! Our housing supply shrinks this time of year.

3. The process will be quicker. Timelines will be shorter, allowing for less frustration.

4. There will never be a better time to move up!  Prices are expected to increase by about 25%(*) between now and 2018. The longer you wait, the more it may cost you. AND you can lock in a very low interest rate NOW!

5. It is time to move on with your life. Have you been talking about this move and planning for it? Take action and make it happen NOW!

*information from the KCM blog dated 11/19/2013

IF YOU LIVE BETWEEN CLEVELAND AND THE LAKE ERIE ISLANDS CONTACT US TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION AND MARKET EVALUATION FOR YOUR HOME.  

Proudly serving Cleveland, Lakewood, Rocky River, Bay Village, Avon Lake, Sheffield Lake, Lorain, Vermilion, Huron, Marblehead, Catawba, Kelleys Island, South Bass Island and Put-in-Bay, Middle Bass Island and all of the wonderful smaller communities!

CONTACT ME AT 440-315-6000 OR REALESTATE@HISEYGROUP.COM

Just Stuff -

The Howard Hanna annual conference ended yesterday, and it was the best yet.  Because Howard Hanna is now the 4th largest real estate brokerage in the U.S. and growing rapidly into other states it was a fantastic way to highlight the new Cleveland Convention Center.  What a beautiful facility!  The adjoining Health and Innovation Center is also very impressive. Downtown Cleveland is truly a city on the move!  If you haven't had a chance to view both buildings you really need to check them out.

I'll be working on our new iContact e-newsletter this week.  If you haven't subscribed to it yet I hope you will at http://www.hiseygroup.com.  If you own a business or are involved in a club, charity, or other organization this really is an easy to use and effective platform.

I hope to be listing a new Lake Erie waterfront condo on a private beach tomorrow.  I sold one last winter in a short amount of time and am excited about listing this one.  I love being forced (ha!) to hold open houses looking out at our beautiful Lake Erie and the beach!

If you have a Lake Erie waterfront condominium or riverfront condo and are considering selling I hope you will contact me at RealEstate@HiseyGroup.com for a free consultation.  The first thing we will do is add your development to http://www.OhioWaterfrontCondos.com if your development isn't already there.  As soon as the weather turns we will add a virtual tour to the page plus Youtube.com and other video websites.  We have waterfront marketing plans that surpass the competition!  You can always call or text me at 440-315-6000.

Are you "Living the Lake Erie Lifestyle" along Ohio's Islands, Rivers and Shores?  "Like" Us at http://www.TheLakeErieLifestyle.com - Over 4,000 followers and growing!

Downtown Lorain, Ohio - Working Towards a Revival?

Charleston Village Cafe

This week I had the opportunity to have conversations with two people involved with downtown Lorain.  One was a member of the Port Authority board and the other a business organizer and owner on Broadway Ave.  Both gave me hope that this city will eventually have a long overdue renaissance.
Are business owners going to organize, work with the city and port authority and create a unified plan?  Can the city create avenues to the river and lake through the "great wall" of buildings currently running along Broadway Ave blocking one of the best locations for festivals and concerts in the county?
The city has consistently fallen behind other lakefront communities despite being on Lake Erie and a river, having ample labor and inexpensive real estate.
If a combined force can ever be created and work together then Lorain, Ohio could once again have a booming downtown business environment with artists, musicians, restaurants, theater and new living opportunities.
Lets hope the small steps forward can turn into leaps and that politics and infighting will no longer be an impediment to future progress.  Lorain has unlimited potential and can become an asset for Lorain County and Cleveland's West Side.

If you are an investor interested in real estate opportunities in downtown Lorain, Ohio please contact me today at 440-315-6000 or RealEstate@HiseyGroup.com.

How will the government closure impact purchasing a home?

As of this morning Congress failed to reach a compromise.  How could this impact your purchase of a home?

• ·         For the time being the mortgage market will continue to operate as it has, although things may be slower than usual.
• ·         The FHA and VA will remain open however there will be a pared down work force.
• ·         FNMA and Freddie Mac will continue to purchase loans. 
• ·         The USDA will shut down.  There will be no new loan approvals until a budget compromise is reached.
• ·         The IRS will shut down. Verification of tax returns will not be available. This has the potential of delaying closings.

Howard Hanna will continue to be here to help.  

Housing Inventory Making a Comeback

Housing inventory is gradually making a comeback.

Housing Inventory Making a Comeback

In key markets there is still a shortage!
Contact me today to discover how the market is in your neighborhood.

Lee Hisey, Howard Hanna
The Hisey Group, llc
440-315-6000
leehisey@howardhanna.com

We have been very busy in our North Central Ohio region. Real Estate seems to be gaining steam.

I'm afraid I haven't had much time to blog lately.  At the moment we have a large number of buyers, and not enough listings.  If you are considering listing your home for sale - now is the time.  Interest rates are climbing and show every indication of continuing to increase which will reduce what our buyers can afford to purchase.  If you are in a market with a shortage of listings we have buyers for your market!

Do you own a Lake Erie waterfront condominium?  We have regular inquiries for one year rentals.  Howard Hanna rental listings require one months rent for bringing a tenant to the table.  I had 3 inquiries just this week for a condo at Harbor Walk development in Lorain and another for Whispering Shores in Vermilion.  If you would like to put your condos on our list contact me.  We can do a one tenant only listing.

I'll be at Pine Lakes development in Huron Township just off of State Route 250 south of Sandusky on Saturday from 12 to 3 pm.  Stop in and tour these wonderful condos.  They are stand-alone so you aren't sharing a wall.  Pool, club house and picnic shelter are already built.

Sunday I'll be holding 1900 Put-in-Bay Rd on South Bass Island from 12 to 3 pm.  This is a beautiful home with many of the furnishings included.  Enjoy rental income from the units above the back building.  Surrounded by woodland this home is in a truly beautiful location on the slower southern end of the island.

Our team member Jim Steenstra will be holding open 237 Parkview in the beautiful Lake Erie waterfront community of Avon Lake.  This home is located on a lovely street approximately 5 minutes from Lake Erie.  It is a quick 10 minute bike ride - or less - to the beach.  Jim will be offering 2 free Indians tickets complete with parking passes.  Just sign in at the open house this Sunday, September 15th between 1 and 3 pm, or on Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm for the Twilight Open House.  Anyone that enters on either day has a chance to win!  Restricted to one entry per household please.

We are getting over 60,000 views of our Facebook page every week.  "Like" us on http://www.TheLakeErieLifestyle.com.  It has been good marketing tool showing off our listings, but it is also a way for us to highlight the region we love.  Restaurants, museums, wineries, musicians - we have so much to offer in our islands, rivers and shores neighborhoods.  You can also follow us on Twitter at @HiseyGroup.

Middle Bass Island, Ohio -

Middle Bass Island, Ohio still has a very "small town" atmosphere.  Middle Bass is 805 acres, and is located within the Lake Erie Islands in Ottawa County, Ohio.  It is one of 23 islands, and is the "Middle" island of the three Bass Islands.  There is a general store, gift shops, post office, two restaurants, and paved airstrip on the island as well as several nature preserves and lodging facilities.  

Middle Bass Island State Park, Ohio - Camp Ground

Entertainment and dining opportunities include J.F. Walleyes and St. Hazards.  Residents and visitors enjoy ice fishing, summer fishing, swimming, biking, and trips to all Put-in-Bay has to offer on the Sunny S.  The state of Ohio purchased large areas of the island to include historic Lonz Winery, and they are currently creating a beautiful park area and expanded campground.  More new waterfront campsites are now available!  Lonz winery will be undergoing renovation and redevelopment in the near future with the hope of a third restaurant and a museum.  

MBI State Park Campground - Ohio

The new greatly expanded Middle Bass Island State Park Marina is now open, providing modern conveniences.  New restrooms and employee housing, the Dock Master's building and the new Middle Bass Island Yacht Club have all been completed and are beautiful!  

Dock Master Middle Bass Island State Park Marina

The ferry dock which currently services vehicle and passenger service on  Miller's Ferry from the mainland and passenger only service on the Middle Bass Ferry to Put in Bay is all new since 2011.  The dock area was recently refurbished and now the facility includes a new building.   

From www.MiddleBassIsland.info    

Howard Hanna Expanding in Columbus, Ohio Area

News Release
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

 

 Howard Hanna Opens Fifth Columbus Office in Eighteen Months

Columbus, OH (July 10, 2013) – On the heels of a very successful fundraiser for the Children’s Free Care Fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services held a grand opening event and ribbon cutting ceremony on July 10^th at their new office in Powell.

Howard Hanna Realcom Realty operates the company’s five ‘branchise’ offices in Columbus with locations in Dublin, Pickerington, Delaware, Upper Arlington, and now Powell. Rehabbed by the city, this prime office location at 44 North Liberty is temporary, according to Realcom principal, Marilu Sochur.

“Plans are being drawn for our brand new building which we anticipate will be under construction within the next 60 days.  It will not only house our state-of-the-art real estate office but a doctor’s office and other retail as well,” said Sochur. The permanent location on Sawmill Parkway is a significant investment in the community by Realcom. 

 “In the past 18 months, we have experienced a tremendous amount of growth with over 100 agents joining us from other companies or as they became newly licensed Realtors by the state of Ohio,” added Sochur.

Howard Hanna Realcom Realty doesn’t have any plans to slow down development and expansion. “Our plan includes opening an additional office before the end of the year to continue our expansion,” said Sochur. “We want to offer the Howard Hanna brand of real estate services in every community and be participating members of each local area that we serve.”

The Howard Hanna Realcom Powell office already has 15 agents and will be managed by Patti brown-Wright, also a Powell resident. Senior partners, Marilu Sochur and her husband Bob, are longtime residents of Powell and are happy to be opening their fifth office where they live.

Howard W. “Hoby” Hanna, IV, president of Howard Hanna Midwest, is pleased the growth of the Howard Hanna brand in Central Ohio. “Last year was a record-breaking year for Howard Hanna,” he said. “But we are always looking to top ourselves and expand into new areas. The large metropolitan marketplace of Columbus was always on our radar of desirable places to do business and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the way things are going here. Being the market leaders of real estate sold in Cleveland and Pittsburgh, we are pleased that our high level of service along with our exclusive programs such as our 100% Money Back Guarantee, are being well received in the Columbus marketplace.”

In addition to the Howard Hanna offices in Columbus, the company has 54 offices in the Cleveland/Northeast Ohio region.

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is the #1 real estate company serving Pennsylvania and Ohio and the 4th largest real estate company in the United States. The family-owned real estate company specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management. With 146 offices across PA, OH, NY, WV & MI, Howard Hanna’s more than 4,700 sales associates, management and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.

 

If you are moving to the Columbus, Ohio area please contact me for a referral to a quality Howard Hanna agent.

Sunday at Put-in-Bay, Ohio on South Bass Island

Another day as a real estate agent on Ohio's Lake Erie Islands ..

 

I had a lovely open house on Put-In-Bay Rd. on South Bass Island yesterday.  Nine people came through the home, which for an island open house is a reasonable number.  This is a fantastic home with charm and class throughout. 

Put-In-Bay from Perry's Monument July 2013

After the open house I took some rare free time and made the trip to the top of Perry's Monument to shoot some pictures.  While very hot it was still a glorious day!  Our Lake Erie Islands are truly beautiful.

Village of Put-In-Bay, Ohio



 After getting my usual burger and beer at Tony's Garage I tried out a new restaurant next door.  The Old Forge Café and Creperie.  A hot coffee, desert crepe and running into an old friend was the end to a perfect day on Ohio's Lake Erie Islands.

Are you considering living the "Lake Erie Lifestyle"?  Contact us today for more information at 440-315-6000 or realestate@hiseygroup.com

Middle Bass Island and South Bass Island, Put-in-Bay Real Estate

www.MillerFerry.com

The day started with a beautiful ferry ride from Catawba to Middle Bass Island aboard the Miller Ferry - a truly lovely time on Lake Erie.  

East Point Villas on Tour July 2013 - www.EastPointVillas.com

We had a fantastic all island open house yesterday on Middle Bass Island with over 100 people going through our 10 homes.  Our next "All Island" open house will be in August.  Stay tuned for details!  

Lonz Winery, Middle Bass Island, Ohio

After the open house my wife and I and another couple hopped the Middle Bass Island Ferry from Middle Bass to the village of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island.  Put-in-Bay was hopping, and we enjoyed Lobster Bisque, fantastic Lake Erie views and libations at the Boardwalk.  The ladies did some shopping while Jim and I (future team member as soon as he takes his state test this month) stopped in at a couple of establishments along the way.

Put-in-Bay, Ohio July 2013

A good time was had by all.

We caught the 8:30 pm Millers Ferry to the mainland.  What a beautiful day!

If you are on Put-in-Bay today stop in and visit me, Lee Hisey,  at the following property:
http://1900put-in-bayrd.howardhanna.com
(This will be a dead link if it is no longer active)

All Day Middle Bass Island Open House: Saturday, July 13th

Join us for our Annual

Middle Bass Island, Ohio

All Day Open House!

Lonz Winery, Middle Bass Island, Ohio

1.  140 Norman - 11:20 to 1:20 

2.  Deist Rd #9 – 11:20 - 1:20

3.  Deist Rd #7 - 11:20 - 1:20

4.  80 Burgundy Blvd - 11:20-1:20

5.  346 Burgundy Cove - 11:20-1:20  

 

6.  420 Sea Breeze - 2:45-4:45

7.  491 Sea Breeze - 2:45-4:45

8.  54 Anchor Ln - 2:45-4:45

9.  170 Anchor Ln - 2:45-4:45

10.461 Runkle Rd - 2:45-4:45

Contact us for details at 440-315-6000

or RealEstate@HiseyGroup.com

www.MiddleBassIsland.info

Another Saturday on Ohio's Lake Erie Islands for an Island Realtor

I had the pleasure of my lovely wife's company on Saturday during my usual island hopping tour.  We took a Miller Boatline ferry from Catawba to the southern shore of South Bass Island and grabbed one of the ever present taxis.  I've found every driver on the island to be friendly and happy to talk about the island's events and attractions.  We took a quick ride to a beautiful listing we have on the southern end of the island and I took some new pictures to include changes they have made to add to our various websites.  It is a lovely home with a back building that includes two rental units.

After I was finished we got some exercise by walking to the village of Put-In-Bay on the north end of the island.  All of the islands are fantastic places to walk, bike and enjoy some "Island Time".  We went to one of my favorite places for a quick burger and beer - Tony's Garage.  The staff was friendly and I had my usual - a very good burger.  My wife enjoyed some shopping and her usual fudge from the PIB Candy Bar.

After a fantastic afternoon we caught the Sonny S from the Boardwalk to Middle Bass Island.   I took pictures of several homes, updated signs and fliers, and spoke with numerous islanders.  We again caught the ferry to the mainland from Middle Bass. 

How do you top a day on the islands?  We spent the evening at Mon Ami Winery where we enjoyed wine tasting and their amazing Saturday Seafood Buffet. 

Another great day in Ohio's Vacation Land!

Put-in-Bay, Ohio Annual Fund Raiser Scavenger Hunt for Juvenile Diabetes Research

14^TH ANNUAL

JDRF SCAVENGER HUNT

WHAT         Scavenger hunt

WHERE       Put-in-Bay Island, meet at the Heinemann’s Winery by 12:30

WHEN         Saturday August 10, 2013, scavenger hunt from 1:00-3:30 PM

WHY           To raise money for Juvenile Diabetes, Help Find a Cure!

WHO           Everyone – feel free to share this invitation

Prizes to group/person finding and answering the most things in 2.5 hours

Shotgun @ 1:00 PM

Golf carts available at 10 AM

Donation includes round-trip on Miller’s Ferry, golf cart for 2, 4 or 6 persons, a bottle of wine for every 2 people in the cart, prices for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place and fun, fun, fun!

Rain or shine

Caution:

Obey all traffic rules while in the golf cart.  All passengers must wear a seatbelt.  Drivers must be at least 18 years old.  Children normally in a car seat must be in a car seat.  Park in designated parking areas only.

All net proceeds donated to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

Cost:

2 person golf cart $125

4 person golf cart $200

6 person golf cart $300

RSVP to Greg, Dee (Diane), T.J. or Allie by 8/1/2013.

Puntel home: (440) 871-6432, or gpuntel@audiocraft.com, or diane.puntel@airgas.com

Featured North Coast Business - Klingshirn Winery - Quality Wines Since 1935 along Ohio's North Coast, Avon Lake, Ohio.

I have been enjoying this quality wine my entire life.  A family operated business - the Klingshirn family has been involved in their community for generations.  Support this family owned business in one of our finest Lake Erie waterfront communities.  

Participate in one of their events  -  http://www.klingshirnwine.com/events.html

Klingshirn Winery

33050 Webber Road. • Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 • (440) 933-6666

A Family Tradition of Excellence Since 1935

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About Us

Klingshirn Winery is a third generation family farm winery in Avon Lake, Ohio.

Links to MapQuest^®—>  map  •  driving directions

Established in 1935, Concord vineyards were the mainstay for the first fifty years. The first wines included Concord, Niagara and Pink Catawba.

In the 1980's, additional wine vineyards were established, including Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio and Delaware. Today, all these grapes are available as our wines. We also offer
three styles of Lake Erie Champagne made in the traditional methode champenoise.

Other products we offer include: 

• Fresh grape juice in the fall for drinking or home wine making.

• Our custom label program enables a customer to personalize the wine gift or wedding celebration.

• A variety of wine related accessories are also available.

Our retail store at 33050 Webber Rd is open 10:00 am till 6:00 pm Monday thru Saturday. Closed Sundays and Holidays. Wines are available for sampling and to carry out.

To contact us for further information, our phone number is: (440) 933-6666 and our e-mail address is:   info@klingshirnwine.com

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Klingshirn Winery, Avon Lake, Ohio

Home Mortgage Rates Climbing [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why are you waiting??

Home Mortgage Rates Climbing [INFOGRAPHIC]

Howard Hanna Buy Before You Sell Program

  

    N E W S    R E L E A S E

Howard Hanna Offers Innovative Home Buying Program

June 18, 2013 – Howard Hanna offers an innovative solution for a buyer segment that is out in full force this year, the move-up buyer who is looking for a bigger home, a newer home, or a home in a better school district.  These buyers took themselves out of the real estate market and moving, from 2008 to the later part of 2012, because they were afraid of the economy and unemployment, and many people had lost equity in their homes and investment income through their 401k or other retirement funds. 

Howard W.  “Hoddy” Hanna, III, CEO of the nation’s 4^th largest real estate company, told his company in a weekly video address, “In the 5 states where we are active, PA, OH, MI, NY & WV, buyers with the desire to move up in their housing, or empty nesters deciding to structure down into something more convenient for their lifestyle today, are coming into the marketplace in rapid fire.”  He added that while he’s been selling real estate for more than six decades he has never seen an opportunity where it’s been a better time not only to sell a home but also buy one.  Howard Hanna has seen the highest activity in the real estate marketplace in the company’s history during the spring of 2013.

“At Howard Hanna, we try to be innovative in how we sell real estate, so we are offering an exclusive Buy Before You Sell program in which a buyer can use the equity in his or her present home to buy a new home.  If a buyer finds a house he likes and wants to buy it today, but doesn’t have his house on the market or it hasn’t sold yet, Howard Hanna Mortgage will advance 70% of his current home’s appraised value*.  This program not only lets people act right away when they find the house of their dreams, it also makes them a more attractive buyer as they don’t have to wait until their home sells in order to buy.  It also gives this buyer segment time to sell his home as interest-only payments do not begin for 90 days.  This is a great mortgage program to put more people into homes and allow them to forget about the age-old dilemma of do I sell before I buy,” said Hanna.  “We, at Howard Hanna, try to be innovators in real estate; to make it easier, simpler and less expensive for people buy and sell homes with Howard Hanna.  We have the best Realtors, top managers and the most efficient mortgage company.”

As the real estate market momentum continues, Hanna added that the continuation of the lowest interest rates in the history of American real estate, as well as escalating home prices that his company is seeing in virtually every community, neighborhood and city where Howard Hanna sells real estate are driving forces of the record breaking numbers.  Low interest rates, which are hovering in the 4% range, create a great opportunity for affordability and that is the trigger for most buyers, whether they are first-time or move-up buyers. 

For more information, contact your local Howard Hanna office and ask to speak to a Finance Manager, call Howard Hanna Mortgage at 1-800-474-4437, or visit online at www.HowardHanna.com.

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is the #1 real estate company in Pennsylvania and Ohio and the 4^th largest real estate company in the United States. The family-owned and full-service real estate company specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management.  With 145 offices across PA, OH, MI, NY & WV, Howard Hanna’s more than 4,700 sales associates, management and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.   

* Other terms and conditions may apply. Contact a Howard Hanna Loan Officer for full details.

Arts in Science Fest! Old Woman Creek NERR, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron

Arts in Science Fest! Old Woman Creek NERR Saturday, June 1 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Meet 16 regional nature-inspired artists and see their work-  everything from watercolors and photography to clay tiles. Ask questions and take a class... .....celebrate the Arts in Science at Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve:   *16 Artists under the tent!   *Classes offered in the Visitor Center (register at 419-443-4601 to ensure your place!) All classes one hour except where noted; materials supplied 10:00 a.m.      Beach Glass Jewelry & Beach Making Processes Michelle Bock 11:00 a.m.             Clay leaf ornament & Wetland Soils by Nancy & Vicki Horning 1:00 p.m.               Nature Journaling with Kathy Thompson  2:00-4:00 p.m.       Watercolors by Carol Gilbert  3:00 p.m.               Origami- Reserve Animals by James Peake *2514 Cleveland Road East, Huron, OH 44839     (419) 433-4601

Middle Bass Island, Ohio & The Lake Erie Islands

Visit Ohio's Lake Erie Islands - then make it your second home! The purchase of a second home is on the rebound - and prices haven't been this attractive in years. Call me today to learn more at 440-315-6000 or email me at leehisey@howardhanna.com.

 
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Ohio's Lake Erie Islands - Numerous Real Estate Opportunities Available on Middle Bass Island, Kelleys Island, and South Bass Island.

St Hazards Condominiums, Middle Bass Island, Ohio
There is some major change going on at St Hazards.  New management, new possible investors, and huge potential!  We have 6 beautiful condominium units for sale at this time.  Purchase a unit now and enjoy your own lakefront retreat.  Yes - they can be rented to help make your payments!   Email me at leehisey@howardhanna.com or call me at 440-315-6000.

Kelleys Island, Ohio Real Estate
What a great time to purchase real estate on Kelleys Island!  There are a surprisingly large number of listings with a nice variety in style and price.  If you are considering purchasing a summer home or land on Kelleys Island contact me today to view the many options available.  It is quickly becoming a buyer's market!

Put-in-Bay, South Bass Island, Ohio
Lakefronts, cottages, second homes, and businesses.  Opportunities abound on this amazing island.  This popular tourist destination can support your business or provide you with endless fun and relaxation.

Contact the "Island Real Estate Guys" 
at 440-315-6000 or 216-218-5168
RealEstate@HiseyGroup.com
Ernie Hisey and Lee Hisey, The Hisey Group

www.OhioVacationLand.com
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Howard Hanna Real Estate - #1 In Ohio and Region

The Hisey Group llc is proud to be a member of the Howard Hanna Team!

REPORT RANKS NATION'S LARGEST REAL ESTATE FIRMS

(REAL Trends, Inc.-Denver)  According to a recent research report produced by REAL Trends, the 500 largest residential real estate brokerage firms in the nation controlled over 2 million residential sales transactions in 2012.  The 500 mega-brokers closed 2,290,269 home transactions with a value of over $624 billion during 2012.

Included in the REAL Trends 500 is Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.  Howard Hanna ranked number four in the REAL Trends 500 with 37,986 residential transaction sides closed last year. 

The 2013 REAL Trends 500 is a compilation of a nationwide study of leading residential real estate companies conducted by REAL Trends, the trusted source for useful and timely information.  This year's survey represents the most comprehensive collection of data assembled on the leaders of the residential brokerage industry.  Numbers are documented by outside accounting firms. 

Additional Howard Hanna REAL Trend rankings: 
#1 in Ann Arbor, Michigan
#1 in Ohio
#1 in Cleveland/Akron/Canton
#1 in Pennsylvania
#1 in Pittsburgh

Howard Hanna Primary Services rankings:
#1 by Homeowners Insurance Policies Sold
#3 by Home Warranties Sold
#5 by Mortgage Closings
#5 by Title Closings

REAL Trends, Inc. is a research, publishing and communication company located in Denver serving the information needs of the residential real estate industry.

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is a family-owned real estate company that specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management. With 145 offices across PA, OH, MI, NY & WV, Howard Hanna’s more than 4,700 sales associates, management and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.