Paul Dumke Realtor/Broker ABR GRI E-Pro PSA C2Ex

02/09/2023

07/28/2022

The Corn Dog is always open on Sunday also! Yum..

Can’t get enough of the tractor pull at the Youth Fair every year? The Berrien County Youth Fair hears your pain! They will be adding an additional pulling event this year. The first annual ‘Street Legal Pick

04/22/2022

Not to brag, just happy for my seller's kind review.
I listed my home with Paul after about 2 years of contemplation in selling at all. Paul was always helpful, responsive, but most of all HONEST! Paul won't tell you what you want to hear like a lot of the realtors I have dealt with in the past, he will tell you the truth. Btw this is my 5th home that I have sold so I have had plenty of experience. My wife and I listed with Paul on Thursday March 17th 2022 and we were under contract on Sunday March 20th. We closed April 21st 2022.
I am not one to write reviews, but Paul deserves my 5 stars. You wont be disappointed working with him. Thank you Paul from both of us.
Gino P and Lynnea P

02/10/2022

Late yesterday, Governor Whitmer signed House Bill 4290 (Rep. Manoogian (D), Birmingham) and Senate Bill 145 (Sen. Horn (R), Frankenmuth), creating the Michigan First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Program. Now Public Acts 5 and 6 of 2022, these bills were signed with immediate effect.

“Homeownership creates opportunity for Michigan families and sets a foundation for economic success,” said Governor Whitmer. “I am proud to sign this legislation which will put Michiganders first by helping families save for and purchase homes.”

Potential home buyers will now be able to open first-time home buyer savings accounts to intelligently save for the purchase of a principal residence in Michigan. Account holders can deduct up to $5,000 for a single return or $10,000 for a joint return on their annual state income taxes for contributions into the account. Any associated interest accrued would also be exempt from state income tax, so long as it was used for a first-time home purchase. The definition of financial institution is very broad, including both interest bearing savings accounts and brokerage accounts, providing account holders with the necessary freedom to find the savings vehicle that is right for them. The definition of a first-time home buyer is also very important. “First-time home buyer” means an individual who is a resident of this state and has not owned or purchased, either individually or jointly, a single-family residence during a period of 3 years prior to the date of the purchase of a single-family residence.

I expect to hear about a "Cap" on the amount that can be held with this tax benefit in the coming weeks.

12/22/2021

Good advice!

In a sellers’ market, you have many advantages, such as you’re likely to have more interested buyers, better offers, and a quicker trip to contract than you’d have otherwise. But you still need to manage your expectations by understanding what determines house prices and home sales. Factors include the right REALTOR®, local market conditions, buyer preferences, seasonality, and mortgage rates versus inventory.
Work with the Right Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home.
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09/15/2021

"I can't recommends him enough. Ethical, thorough and professional at all times. He went above and beyond in the sale he handled for me. I've bought and sold homes before. Usually, when selling I never see the agent again after signing the papers. Not so this time. Very satisfied with his services."

ipetree40
Baldwin Rd, Bridgman, MI 49106

09/04/2021

This is awesome!

City of Bridgman is excited to announce the newest amenity to Weko Beach. Mobi-Mat is a roll-out portable ADA pathway.

07/31/2021

Come and get some of our great S.W. MI fruits and vegetables in prime from our local farms! Don't forget the sweet corn is in season as well! Yum!

Jersey blueberries are available to pick at our u-pick. These are medium sized berries and are very, very sweet! They are excellent for pies, snacking and freezing.

We also have a limited Draper, Blue Ray and Blue Crop left to pick.

We will have handpicked blueberries available Saturday and Sunday. Stop by to grab your box!