Christopher Germain, REALTOR

11/04/2026

🇺🇸 Calling All Veterans! 🇺🇸

The Gladstone MI American Legion Post 71 is hosting a FREE Veterans Day Appreciation Dinner on Wednesday, November 11th, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM!

🍝 Free Italian dinner with desserts
🎁 Gifts, prizes, and surprises
🎶 Entertainment by the Remnants Barbershop Chorus

📍 American Legion Post 71 | 802 Delta Avenue, Gladstone

What a wonderful way to recognize and thank the men and women who have served our country!

Please help spread the word! Share this with a veteran you know so they don't miss out on this special evening. 🇺🇸

FREE Veterans dinner, November 11th, Wednesday, 4-7 pm, American Legion Post 71, Gladstone. Spread the word to all the veterans you know

11/03/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Election Day!

✈️ I'm flying the friendly skies today, but my vote is already safely on the ground!

As you're reading this, I'm likely somewhere in the air on my way to New Orleans for the National Association of REALTORS® annual convention!

Knowing I'd be traveling on Election Day, I made sure to cast my absentee ballot ahead of time.

I have to give Delta Air Lines some credit, too! They recently sent me an email reminding travelers to make a voting plan. I already had mine in place, but I thought it was a pretty cool reminder!

Whether you have already voted absentee or you are heading to the polls today, I hope you've made your plan to have your voice heard.

Regardless of who you support or how you vote, exercising that right is something worth celebrating! 🇺🇸 Polls are open from 7:00AM to 8:00PM.

11/02/2026

🍂 THIS WEEK IN OUR AREA! | November 2–8, 2026 🍁

November is here, and there's still plenty happening around the Bay de Noc area! Whether you're looking for live music, arts and activities, a little comedy, or something fun to do with family and friends, our communities have plenty to offer!

🎨 This week's highlights include creative workshops at the Bonifas Arts Center, the UP Ice Fishing & Hunting Expo, Saturday's Holiday Art Fair and craft show, and plenty of live music and entertainment throughout the week!

📅 Check out the two attached calendars for the full lineup of events, dates, times, and locations!

✈️ A quick note: I had to be out of town over the weekend and then I am headed to the National Association of REALTORS® conference, so I've put together the next couple of weeks of calendars in advance. I've done my best to include everything I could find, but there may be events announced or added after these calendars were completed.

👇 If you know of an event I missed, please share it in the comments so others can check it out, too!

As always, I encourage you to get out, explore, support our local businesses and organizations, and enjoy everything our area has to offer!

**Please note:** Some events may have an admission charge or limited capacity. They could also be weather dependent. If you're interested in attending, I recommend contacting the hosting establishment for details on pricing and availability.

10/30/2026

🎃👻 TRICK-OR-TREAT TIMES IN OUR AREA! 🍬

Halloween is almost here! Here are the trick-or-treat times I was able to find for our area, along with a Trunk or Treat event happening today in Rapid River!

If I missed any communities or events, please feel free to share them in the comments below so we can help get the word out!

Whether you're heading out with the kids or staying home to hand out candy, have a fun and safe Halloween! 🎃

🍬 Check out the flyer for times and details!

10/27/2026

🏈🦁🧀🍿 WOW! WHAT AN INAUGURAL YOOPER BOWL! 🍻

I have to say, I'm still smiling after Sunday's inaugural Yooper Bowl Client Appreciation Event!

What started as an idea to bring together some wonderful people for a little friendly Lions-Packers rivalry turned into an afternoon of great conversations, laughter, food, drinks, and a whole lot of fun!

I ended up losing count at 48 people, which was quite a bit more than I anticipated! Apparently, I underestimated how many of you would show up but that was a good problem to have.

One of my favorite parts of the afternoon was seeing everyone visiting, catching up, meeting new people, and enjoying themselves. That's exactly what I was hoping this event would be about.

And, of course, we had our own little competition happening off the field!

🦁 Team Lions
🧀 Team Packers
🍿 Team Snacks

Despite my predictions that Team Snacks would dominate, Team Packers took the prize-bucket popularity championship by just FOUR entries over Team Snacks!😂

The Lions, however, got a 20–17 victory on the field! 🦁🏈

I also want to extend a huge THANK YOU to South City Pub and its staff for hosting us and helping make the afternoon such a success! I truly appreciate your hospitality and all your help.

But most importantly, THANK YOU to everyone who came out!

Whether you've worked with me in real estate, referred someone my way, supported my business over the years, or simply been part of my journey, I'm incredibly grateful.

I wanted this event to be an opportunity to say thank you, spend some time together, and have a little fun. You all made it more enjoyable than I could have imagined.

I'm already thinking about next year's Yooper Bowl! 🏈

In the meantime, enjoy a few photos from the afternoon. There were some great moments, including some interesting uses for mini toast slices! 😂

Thank you again for making the first Yooper Bowl such a memorable afternoon!

One quick side note, a ton of invites got returned because the addresses rubbed off. If you are a client and didn't receive one I sincerely apologize.

10/26/2026

🎃 THIS WEEK IN OUR AREA! | October 26 – November 1, 2026 👻

It's Halloween week in the Bay de Noc area, and there's plenty happening around our communities! From fall activities and live music to Halloween parties and family-friendly fun, there's no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the week!

Whether you're looking to get creative at the Bonifas Arts Center, enjoy some local entertainment, attend Wednesday's Fall Carnival at New Life Church, or head out for a Halloween celebration, there's something for just about everyone!

👻 Halloween Night: Saturday is especially busy, with live music, costume-worthy celebrations, and Halloween parties happening at establishments throughout the area. There's certainly no shortage of places to celebrate!

❤️ Support Local: Don't forget about Gladstone Legion's Thursday Night Steak Feed or Sunday's Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser at the Rock Lions Club. They are great opportunity to enjoy a meal while supporting a local organization!

📅 Check out the two attached calendars for the full lineup of events, dates, times, and locations!

As always, I encourage you to get out, explore, support our local businesses and organizations, and enjoy everything our area has to offer!

👇 Did I miss an event? Feel free to share it in the comments so others can check it out, too!

**Please note:** Some events may have an admission charge or limited capacity. They could also be weather dependent. If you're interested in attending, I recommend contacting the hosting establishment for details on pricing and availability.

10/22/2026

I'm honored to share that I've once again been selected to serve as Michigan's representative on the National Association of REALTORS® Membership Policy and Board Jurisdiction Committee!

This national committee brings together REALTOR® leaders from across the country to help shape membership policies that impact our members, local associations, and state associations.

It's a privilege to continue representing Michigan on the national stage and to have the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated leaders who are working to strengthen our profession.

I'm grateful for the opportunity and look forward to further serving my industry.

10/19/2026

🍁 THIS WEEK IN OUR AREA! | October 19–25, 2026 🎃

Fall fun continues here in the Bay de Noc area! With Halloween just around the corner, our communities have a busy week ahead, filled with activities, entertainment, and opportunities to get out and support local businesses and organizations!

Whether you're looking for live music, arts and activities, Halloween festivities, or something fun for the whole family, there's plenty happening this week!

❤️ Support Our Community: There are also opportunities to support local organizations, including the OSF Heart of Gold Dinner on Thursday. It's always great to see our communities come together for a good cause!

📅 Check out the two attached calendars for the full lineup of events, dates, times, and locations!

As always, I encourage you to get out, explore, support our local businesses and organizations, and enjoy everything our area has to offer!

👇 Did I miss an event? Feel free to share it in the comments so others can check it out, too!

**Please note: Some events may have an admission charge or limited capacity. They could also be weather dependent. If you're interested in attending, I recommend contacting the hosting establishment for details on pricing and availability.

10/16/2026

🏡⚡ FREE Energy-Saving Products for UPPCO Customers!
Who doesn't love a little something for free, especially when it can help lower your energy costs?

If you're an Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) customer, you may qualify for a FREE Energy Efficiency Care Package!

These packages may include energy-saving products such as LED night lights, advanced power strips, and other helpful items designed to make your home more energy-efficient.

💡 Why not take advantage of programs that can help you save money and make your home more efficient?

Visit UPPCO's website to learn more about the program, check eligibility, and request your package!

🏠 A little home improvement doesn't always have to come with a big price tag!

We built you a FREE energy-efficiency care package with items like faucet aerators, power strips, and even an air purifier. Many of the items were specifically chosen for their savings...

10/13/2026

📊 Bay de Noc Market Pulse | September 2026 🏡

September's numbers are in, and the Delta County real estate market continues to show some interesting trends as we head into fall!

🏡 Inventory sits at 4.41 months, down slightly from August. While our market continues to favor sellers, inventory remains higher than it was a year ago, giving buyers more options than they've had in the recent past.

📈 The median sold price rebounded to $215,000, up from $180,000 in August. Homes sold for an average of 98.3% of their list price, while the median time on market increased from 16 to 35 days.

🔎 Intel to Watch: Asking prices are climbing, but homes are also taking longer to sell. With affordability, interest rates, and everyday living expenses influencing purchasing decisions, buyers appear to be becoming more selective. We're seeing some buyers pass on homes that need significant repairs or updates. It will be interesting to see how both buyers and sellers respond to these changing conditions in the coming months.

🎥 Watch this month's Bay de Noc Market Pulse for a closer look at September's numbers and the trends shaping our local market!

Have questions about your home's value or what these numbers mean for you? I'd be happy to help!