Mike Cummings

"Masters Diamond Associate Broker"
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Mike Cummings, in 49686
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About Me
Mike Cummings joined the Century-21 system as a licensed Real Estate Salesperson within the Kalkaska office in December of 2002. He gained status as a full member of the Traverse Area Association of Realtors in February of 2003, having met all the educational, licensing and application requirements. In October of 2005, he joined the Traverse City office of the company.

Previously, Mike worked for a number of years in the field of Industrial Electronics as a Corporate Purchasing Agent in the Detroit area.
His formal educational achievements involve a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Marketing. Mike is also a United States Army Veteran, having served in various locations throughout the world from early 1991 to late 1994 as a Forward Observer.

Mike has furthered his Real Estate career through Broker licensing and training. He has also earned the distinction of being the Kalkaska office’s top producer for the year 2004 and continues to be a top producing agent within the company.

Mike Cummings main strengths involve excellent communication skills, advanced computer knowledge, expertise at marketing and negotiations, and an even-tempered, detail-oriented and customer-friendly demeanor.

Mike has experience with vacant land, primary homes, first-time homebuyers, recreational homes and properties, foreclosure situations, estate and divorce liquidation, 1031 exchanges, lease option contracts, commercial properties and many other facets of the Real Estate business.

Consistently holding an inventory of over 50 listings, Mike currently employs a full-time assistant and maintains a presence in over 5 Counties in the area. He currently lives near Fife Lake with his two children.
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Natusik, Buyer & Seller in Traverse City

What is the typical percent that agents charge for selling th housenowdays? Or is it a fixed amount? We are

Asked Fri May 30 2008, 10:15 by Natusik  -  49684  -  Home Selling  -  8 answers
Mike Cummings answered:
Most of the other posts are correct in what they say. Brokerage fees are generally negotiable, though in many geographical areas there are actually "typical" fees, though Realtors do have to be careful about what they say around potential clients and are NEVER allowed to talk about commission rates among other Realtors. Honestly it is a competitive issue - if your brokerage fees are lower than competing homes in the area, buyers agents are likely to not show your house because they will get paid less. It sounds harsh, but that has been my own experience in the past. To make a general statement, most brokerage fees in the TC area are between 5 and 7% for homes. Contact me anytime if you need further help. - Thu Jun 12 2008, 11:52
Miguel Alvar…, Just Looking in 44055

hows the crime rate in,,interlochen? we're from ohio and looking in that area for a home,,mom is 73 and we

Asked Wed Mar 26 2008, 17:37 by Miguel Alvar…  -  Interlochen  -  Crime & Safety  -  3 answers
Mike Cummings answered:
Miquel,

As a Real Estate Agent in Northern Michigan, I surely agree with Elizabeth in that Interlochen and the entire Traverse City area are both safe and excellent areas to live, raise kids and for the retired. Rarely do we here of reports of robberies or serious crime. And I've never heard of a home invasion happening "in these parts." In fact, I would tend to say that most people don't even lock their homes when they leave during the day or at night (I don't). If you have any other specifics questions, I'd be happy to help -231-570-1111. Thanks Mike - Wed Apr 16 2008, 08:48
Joe Bach, Home Seller in Howell

How much has the average house decreased in value in the last 2.5 years in Michigan

Asked Wed Apr 16 2008, 07:30 by Joe Bach  -  48843  -  Market Conditions  -  9 answers
Mike Cummings answered:
Working in the Northern Michigan market, we've seen stability in the lower ranges (under $140K), drops of around 8% in the lower average to higher mid ranges ($140K to $400K) and larger drops of over 10% in homes priced over $400K. Our area, while a bit slower, has not been "hit" as hard in this economy as lower Michigan has. - Wed Apr 16 2008, 08:11
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Specialties
My broad experience in Real Estate situations and transactions includes all "standard Real Estate business" and specifically: serving first-time home buyers, proactively searching and finding unique properties for buying clients, handling estate and probate properties of all types, dealing with divorce liquidations, family and corporate relocations, out-of-area referrals, helping property owners with foreclosure difficulties, foreclosure transactions, 1031 exchanges, marketing seller financing properties (Land contracts and lease with option contracts), development potential property, large acreage, land division issues, Real Estate investments and confidential/VIP representation.
Experience
Latest:
Associate Broker for CENTURY-21 McCoy Real Estate
Full service Realtor handling ALL types of Real Estate services for both Buyers and Sellers.
December 2002—present
Certifications & Awards
2006- 2007 - CENTURY-21 Masters Diamond
2004 Office Top Producer
Interests
The outdoors, electronics, houses, electronics within houses, life, dogs and occasionally reading or movies.
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