Real Estate One Dexter

09/01/2026

Michigan cider mill & apple orchard season is here! 🍎🍂 From fresh cider and warm donuts to apple picking, hayrides, and corn mazes, fall is full of reasons to get outside and enjoy our community!

🍏 Wilderness Valley Farm — Ga***rd — August 29
🍏 Nugent Orchards — Frankfort — Mid September
🍏 Kings Orchards – Central Lake – September 7
🍏 Rennie Orchards – Williamsburg – early September
🍏 Elliotts Orchard — Bellaire — TBD
🍏 Flynn Orchards — Mancelona — OPEN
🍏 Jacob’s Farm — Traverse City — Open | Apples mid September
🍏 Friske’s Farm Market — Ellsworth — September 5

08/28/2026

Muddy shoes. Wet leaves. Backpacks. Sports gear. Dog leashes. And before we know it… snow boots. 🥾❄️

You don’t need a big, fancy mudroom to keep it all under control. A bench, a few hooks, some baskets, and a boot tray can turn even the smallest entryway into a hardworking drop zone.

The best part? You can tackle it in a weekend. 🙌

Ready to make your entryway work a little harder for you this season?

👉 Read the full blog for simple ideas to create a more organized, functional entryway.

As the seasons change, so does everything that gets tracked through the front door. Wet leaves, muddy shoes, backpacks, sports gear, dog leashes, jackets, and eventually snow boots all seem to land in one big pile. The good news? You don't need a dedicated mudroom to keep the mess under control. Wit...

08/26/2026

If your home is getting fewer showings, don’t panic. There are more homes for buyers to choose from, so buyers have more time and may be more selective. But home values are still rising, just at a slower pace.

Today, PRICE. CONDITION. PRESENTATION. matter more than ever.

The market has evolved. The sellers who adjust their strategy can still get a great result.

Thinking about selling? Let’s look at what buyers are doing in your neighborhood today.🤝 ⚖️

08/24/2026

🎒📚 New school year. New routines. New memories.

The backpacks are packed, school supplies are ready, and families across Michigan are settling into a new school-year rhythm. 🍎

Back-to-school season is a reminder of just how much home is part of our everyday lives. From busy mornings and homework at the kitchen table to backyard playdates and cheering from the sidelines.

Whether you're loving the home you're in or starting to think about a home that better fits your family's next chapter, we're proud to help Michigan families find their place in the communities they call home. 🏡

Here's to a wonderful school year filled with learning, growing, and plenty of good memories!

Happy Back-to-School season!

08/19/2026

Your dog has been patiently waiting for their summer plans. 🐶☀️ So we rounded up some of our favorite dog parks across our communities where your four-legged bestie can run, sniff, play and make some new friends. 🐾🌳 Because finding the right place to call home means finding a community that works for every member of the family, paws included. 🏡🐕 Save this for your next dog park adventure & tag a fellow dog parent!

🐕 Swift Run Dog Park — Ann Arbor
🐾 Broadway Dog Park — Ann Arbor
🦴 Olson Dog Park — Ann Arbor
🐶 Curtiss Park Dog Park — Saline
🌳 Northfield Township Dog Park — Whitmore Lake

08/19/2026

Market Update 📊 The real estate market is always changing. 🏡 Here’s what you need to know about the latest housing market trends and activity.

08/13/2026

🎓 August means move-in season, and most parents focus on what to pack - not what happens if belongings are stolen or damaged. Here is what to know:

- A student in a campus dorm may still be covered under a parent's homeowners policy, but coverage is often limited and may not extend off-campus.
- Students in apartments typically need their own renters insurance. It often costs less than a streaming subscription.
- Laptops, cameras, and instruments may have sub-limits and could need to be scheduled separately.
- If the student has a car on campus, confirm their auto coverage is current.

Contact our family insurance company; Insurance One before the school year starts. 📦🏠

08/13/2026

Waiting for rates to be "perfect?" 👀

Here's the thing: you can't time the market. You can make a smart decision based on your finances.

If you can comfortably afford the payment, have money set aside for emergencies, and you're ready to make a move, don't let the headlines make the decision for you.

Let us connect you with a trusted lender, then we can go house shopping! 🏡 🛍️

08/10/2026

Fresh air, beautiful scenery, and miles of trails waiting to be explored. 🚴‍♂️ Our area is full of incredible places to get outside and enjoy the places we call home. Check out some of our favorite local biking trails for your next adventure! 🌿

🚲 Border-to-Border (B2B) Trail – Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Dexter
🌳 Hudson Mills Metropark Trail – Dexter
🌊 Huron River Drive Path – Ann Arbor to Dexter
🍃 Mike Levine Lakelands Trail State Park – Pinckney to Brighton
🚴 Rolling Hills County Park – Ypsilanti

08/05/2026

While you were reading this, another home just sold in the US.

Putting off selling because it feels like the market’s at a standstill and no one’s buying right now? Sure, the pace has cooled in some areas recently. But houses are still selling all the time. In fact, more than 4 million will sell this year. So, don’t count your house out.

Ready to find out what your house could sell for in today's market?