The Boals-Masse Team - NextHome Up North

06/22/2026

The home that’s been sitting on the market for a few weeks? Maybe even a month? Don’t scroll past it just yet.

Your first instinct might be to assume there’s something wrong, but you could be missing out. Especially if finding a house in your budget has been your #1 challenge.

Homes that have been on the market longest are the ones you should be looking at first.

Because the longer a house sits, the more open the seller usually is to dropping the price or negotiating.

So, before you write off a listing that’s been around for a while, let’s connect. We can help you decide which homes are worth a second glance.

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06/22/2026

06/18/2026

A bigger home is not always about square footage. Sometimes it is about the life you can finally picture there.

The June evenings in the backyard.
The kitchen full of people who said they were “just stopping by.”
The kids running in and out with popsicle stains on their shirts.
The quiet coffee before everyone wakes up.
The driveway you pull into and instantly feel your shoulders relax.
Because the right home is not just where you live.
It is where your life starts to feel fuller.

— the Boals-Masse Team

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06/16/2026

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06/16/2026

We look forward to seeing you today! Drop in, enjoy lunch on us & enter to win our gift basket raffle!
11:30am-1:30pm

Happy Tuesday Everyone! Open house week continues, with FREE hot dogs & cold drinks for our visitors today 11:30am - 1:30pm!

Don't forget to enter to win our gift basket raffle, while your here!! 😉

We look forward to seeing you. 🧡

06/16/2026

06/15/2026

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year."

But before you decide, make sure you understand what you could be giving up too. Because moving this Summer does have its advantages.

For buyers, it could give you more options in your price point. Historically, there are over 30% more fresh listings in the Summer compared to the rest of the year.

For sellers, it can mean a better sales price. Data shows, on average homes sell for 4% more in the typical Summer month compared to usual month in the Fall or Winter (when demand typically falls off).

The point isn't to rush into anything. It's just to make sure you have the full picture before deciding whether waiting is really your best move.

Connect with us if you want to talk through your options. No pressure, just perspective based on years of experience.
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06/11/2026

We are so looking forward to all the festivities next week! Be sure to pop in, tour our office & enter to win our 'Up North Starts Here Gift Basket'!! 🎁 We hope to see you there!

Next week, we're hosting a week long open house at our NextHome Up North office, and we'd love for you to stop by and see our new space!

Each day offers an opportunity to stop in, enjoy our free refreshments & sign up to win our 'Up North Starts Here Gift Basket'!!

☕ Monday, 6/15 | Pop-Up in for some Coffee | 8:00–10:00 AM

🌭 Tuesday, 6/16 | Stop in for a Hot Dog | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

🧁 Wednesday, 6/17 | Drop by for a Sweet Treat | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

🍋 Thursday, 6/18 | Enjoy some Lemonade | 2:00–4:00 PM

Then we wrap up the week with our NextHome Up North Client Appreciation Party on Friday, 6/19 at the Elks Patio!!

Featuring:
🔥 Pig Roast
🍹 Open Bar
🎶 Great Music
🌅 Beautiful Lake Views
🎁 Giveaway Drawing

Whether you're a past client, referral partner, friend, family member, or simply curious about our new location, we'd love to see you there!

Be sure to share with all your friends!! We look forward to seeing you next week! 🧡

06/10/2026

Not all upgrades increase value.
Some make buyers feel confident paying more.
Others might make the home look nicer, but they do not always move the needle when it comes time to sell.

BUYERS USUALLY PAY MORE FOR:
1️⃣ Updated kitchens
This is one of the first places buyers mentally calculate future cost. If the kitchen feels clean, functional, and current, the whole home can feel easier to move into.

2️⃣ Updated primary bathrooms
A fresh primary bathroom signals that the home has been cared for. Buyers notice clean finishes, good lighting, updated fixtures, and spaces that do not feel like an immediate project.

3️⃣ Consistent flooring throughout
When flooring changes from room to room, the home can feel pieced together. Consistent flooring helps the home feel more complete, intentional, and move-in ready.

4️⃣ Newer major systems
Roof, HVAC, water heater, and other big-ticket systems may not be the prettiest updates, but they reduce buyer hesitation. Fewer unknowns can make buyers feel safer offering stronger.

5️⃣ Functional outdoor living
A patio, deck, yard, or usable outdoor area can add real lifestyle value when buyers can picture themselves actually using the space, not just looking at it.

BUYERS USUALLY DO NOT PAY MORE FOR:
6️⃣ Highly personalized design choices
Bold colors, niche finishes, or very specific style choices may feel special to you, but buyers may see another project they will need to change.

7️⃣ Over-upgrading for the neighborhood
There is usually a ceiling for what buyers expect in each price range. Spending far above neighborhood standards does not always mean the market will pay you back.

8️⃣ Cosmetic updates that ignore bigger issues
Fresh paint and pretty fixtures help, but they will not distract buyers from an aging roof, old HVAC, moisture concerns, or repairs that show up during inspection.

9️⃣ Rooms without a clear purpose
If buyers cannot quickly understand how a space should be used, it can feel like wasted square footage. Function creates value because it helps buyers see how the home fits their life.
Buyers do not pay more for “nice.”
They pay more for homes that feel complete, functional, and low-maintenance.
Save this before you spend money getting your home ready to sell.

Questions? Let's chat!
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06/04/2026

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Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath bi-level on just over an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac, conveniently located just over a mile from Houghton Lake.

The home offers two separate living areas, providing plenty of space for family and guests, along with a spacious primary suite featuring a large walk-in closet and heated tile bathroom floor.

Recent updates include fresh interior and exterior paint, solid wood interior and closet doors, updated bedroom flooring, replacement windows, newer appliances, updated light fixtures, and a manual generator hookup.

Outside, enjoy extensive landscaping improvements, a hydroseeded lawn, irrigation system, brick fire pit with crushed limestone, large deck, gazebo, attached heated garage, and a 20x30 detached garage with 220 service.

For more info, give us a call!
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Ashley Boals
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Bethanne Dennis Masse