Branch County Association of Realtors

03/19/2026

Thinking about selling your home? Make a great first impression with smart staging that helps maximize your home’s value. From decluttering to creating inviting spaces, a few simple changes can make a big impact.

Your local Realtor® can provide even more expert tips tailored to your market. Visit bcarealtors.com to connect with a Realtor® who knows Branch County best!

https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/consumer-guide-staging-your-house-for-a-sale

In real estate, “home staging” refers to presenting your property in a way that highlights its strengths and helps buyers envision themselves living there. Follow these guidelines to ensure your home is seen in its best light.

03/16/2026

In today’s world, violence is becoming more real in our communities and affecting us all. Join us for our Coffee Hour on April 7th as we learn practical ways to stay aware and keep our loved ones safe.

Special Guest Speaker: Dan Maldonado
NRA Certified Training Counselor • Chief Fi****ms Instructor • NRA Recruiter

Topics include:
• Workplace, school & public safety
• Hostile or active threat situations
• Firearm safety classes
• Concealed carry permit process

Our Coffee Hours are FREE and OPEN to the public and are meant to be informative and helpful for our community. Come enjoy coffee and conversation while learning valuable safety information for you and your family.

03/12/2026

Call to Action:
https://www.mirealtors.com/advocacy/michigan-housing-readiness/

Please call and/or email your State Representative and ask them for support of HB 5529-31 and HB 5581-85, sensible reforms that spur needed housing development and lower housing costs. Again, at this time the CFA is only targeted to the State House of Representatives.

03/07/2026

Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend! Remember to "Spring Forward" one hour.

03/06/2026

Congratulations to BCAR member Marilyn Ostrander - Southern Marsh Realty on receiving the Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce's Legacy Award! 🎉

Marilyn’s dedication to her profession and her commitment to serving others truly represent the spirit of our BCAR community. Our members are more than real estate professionals—they are leaders, volunteers, and advocates who help strengthen the communities where we live and work every day.

We are proud to celebrate Marilyn and grateful for the positive impact BCAR members continue to make throughout our community. 👏

03/06/2026

Congratulations to Hauska Home & Farm, Inc. on being named Business of the Year! 🎉

This recognition is a wonderful example of the dedication, hard work, and community spirit that make our local businesses so special. We are proud to celebrate this achievement and the positive impact Hauska Home and Farms continues to have in our community.

BCAR is grateful to have members and partners who help our communities grow, thrive, and remain such great places to live and work. 👏

03/03/2026

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Paul Flynn, Superintendent of Coldwater Community Schools, for taking the time to share valuable information with voters regarding the $64M renovation bond. We appreciate his transparency and commitment to keeping our community informed.
If you haven’t had the opportunity to hear his presentation yet, we encourage you to attend one of his upcoming speaking engagements.
A special thank you as well to Marshall Community Credit Union for sponsoring this coffee hour, and to Hope Cafe for graciously providing their space, wonderful staff, delicious food, and great coffee. We are grateful for the strong community partnerships that make events like this possible!

03/02/2026

Don’t miss our informative Coffee Hour tomorrow at 8 AM at Hope Café! ☕ Superintendent Paul Flynn will share details about the proposed $64 million renovation bond for Coldwater Community Schools and what it could mean for our community.

02/23/2026

You're invited to our Coffee Hour on March 3rd at 8:00 AM at Hope Cafe!
This month’s guest speaker is Paul Flynn, Superintendent of Coldwater Community Schools. He’ll be discussing the proposed $64 million renovation bond — what it includes, why it matters, and what it could mean for our community.

Grab a free cup of coffee and come learn more about this important investment in our schools.

Our Coffee Hours are:
✔️ Free and open to the public
✔️ Designed to inform our community
✔️ A place to bring people together
✔️ An opportunity to share important local information

We hope you’ll join us for great conversation, valuable insight, and a chance to stay connected with what’s happening in our community. See you March 3rd at 8 AM!

02/16/2026

02/12/2026

⚠️ Important Notice

We want to inform everyone that our email account has been hacked.

If you receive any emails from BCAR containing attachments or links, please do not open them or click on anything. These messages may be fraudulent.

We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, if you’re unsure about any communication claiming to be from us, please contact us directly through our official phone number or verified channels.

Thank you for your understanding and helping us keep everyone safe.

02/05/2026

As temperatures drop and heating costs rise, NAR has a few tips to help you stay warm and save some money.

If you're worried about energy costs, there are practical tips to make your home more energy efficient and lower costs.