Real Estate One - Elk Rapids

09/02/2026

Great People Make a Great Workplace!!!

For the second consecutive year, the Real Estate One Family of Companies has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2026, earning a 5-star rating.

Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group developed the annual ranking based on employee feedback, publicly available data, and an evaluation of workplace practices.

While we’re honored to receive the national recognition, this award really comes down to our people. Every day, our agents, employees, leaders, and affiliate partners support one another, serve our clients, lend a hand when it’s needed, and make a difference in the communities we call home.

It’s those everyday interactions and relationships that have shaped our company for nearly a century, and continue to make our Family of Companies a great place to build a career.

08/31/2026

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

08/29/2026

Happening now!! Come enjoy some food, great entertainment, and some beverages!!

This wonderful event is in support of the Community Cupboard Food Pantry and ACTS.

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

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!

08/21/2026

OPEN HOUSE list for Elk Rapids Agents:
Wayne Toteff 231-392-6259 - 4074 Stoneridge Drive, Traverse City
Melissa Krick 231-313-6962 - 1921 Sweetfern Way, Traverse City
Laura Cobb 231-409-7712 - 33 Bluejay, Traverse City
Cathy Mahaffey 218-5012 - 14123 Torch River Road, Rapid City

Come see us and find your NEW home!!!

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.

08/19/2026

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!

🐕 Benzie County/Benzonia Township Memorial Dog Park — Benzonia
🐾 Otsego County Community Dog Park — Ga***rd
🦴 Silver Lake Recreation Area Dog Park — Traverse City
🐶 Wags West Dog Park — Traverse City
🌳 River East Recreation Area Dog Park — Traverse City