Jim Russell

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Jim Russell,  in Kalamazoo
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About Me
I have lived in the Greater Kalamazoo Area my entire life. My wife, Carolyn and I have chosen Texas Twp as our home base and live on a 5 acre parcel close to Mattawan. We have sent our children to the Mattawan Public Schools and are thrilled about their quality education and there success in life now that they are adults.

I enjoy buying and fixing up homes and have completed over 40 homes. I have also completed two subdivision consisting of over 40 lots on 30 acres. I have marketed many new homes but my specialty is in the sale of pre-owned homes.

If you wish to view testimonials they can be seen on my website http://"www.JimRussellHomes.com" I look forward to working with you in your next real estate transaction.
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can you help me sell a house on the north side of Kalamazoo?

Jim Russell answered:
Hi Marcia!
I would be happy to help you - if you are not already working with a realtor and would learn more about my Home Seller Marketing Plan, visit my listings portfolio and let me know if you would like to set up a time to chat!

Here is my Listings portfolio:
http://www.jimrussellhomes.com/Kalamazoo_and_Southwest_MI_li… - Wed Jun 25 2008, 14:40

How much value does a two car garage add to my home?

Jim Russell answered:
Hi Dan,
Here is a website that you can find out what homes are selling for like yours in your neighborhood online for free Instantly:

http://www.jimrussellhomes.com/hvalue.shtml

Hope this helps you out! - Wed Jun 25 2008, 14:33
My Listings
377 W Morrell St, Otsego, MI 49078 377 W Morre…
$104,900
3 br  1 ba  
508 S Main St, Vicksburg, MI 49097 508 S Main…
$134,900
5 br  2 ba  
1412 Blakeslee St, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 1412 Blakes…
$65,000
3 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
1796 N 9th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 1796 N 9th…
$225,000
4 br  3.0 ba Listing Web Site
View all 4 listings
Specialties
I have assisted many first time home buyer. I enjoy helping them learn the ropes in selecting a home and arranging the financing, conducting the home inspections etc.

I have enjoyed building my own homes (3) and have enjoyed the development process in obtaining permission to subdivide land into residential subdivisions.

I also enjoyed my years of service for the State of Michigan. My last job was a Director of Cass County Social Services.
Experience
Latest:
Broker/Owner for Southwest Michigan Real Estate LLC
I have total responsibility and total flexibiltiy in my privately owned business. I enjoy all aspects of of Real Estate and this model provides me the latitude to work independently
October 2001—present
Previous:
Sales Associate for ERA
I was one of the original employees of this company and worked there until I obtained my Broker's Licence in 2001.
January 1992—October 2000
Certifications & Awards
GRI (Graduate REALTORS Institute) - this extensive training program helped prepare me succeed as a Broker/Owner

ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) - this training prepared me to work with buyer. Note- previously all agents represented the sellers and only assisted buyers as customers.

Broker/Owner - there is an extensive comprehensive test in addition to experience requirements to obtain the license needed to function as a Real Estate Broker. I have had my own business for 7 years without any legal issues or customer/client complaints.
Interests
My interest are mostly work related. I enjoy buying, rehabbing, and reselling homes. I also enjoy new construction. I enjoy using the internet and marketing Real Estate.

I also enjoy fishing, golf to a lesser extent and Bible Study and my Church Life. I enjoy seeing the country and all the beautiful creation.

Most importantly, I enjoy my wife and our wonderful children and now grandchildren.
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