News & Press - west michigan

Developer Begins Apartment Project

A developer is building 20 apartments in the downtown of a lakeshore city. Portage-based Hinman said last week it has begun work on Terrace Plaza Apartments on the top two floors of the Terrace Plaza office building in Muskegon, at 316 Morris Ave. The project should be completed next summer. The project is expected to cost $1.7 million, according to City of Muskegon documents. The…

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A Checklist for an Office Relocation in West Michigan

Moving your company’s office to another building can sometimes be a daunting task. Below is a short checklist to ensure that your move is worry-free. Choose a moving company that has experience with commercial moves. Be sure that they provide you with an insurance certificate and a list of references with that had comparable-sized moves to yours. Coordinate with your property manager on a few…

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The Time Capsule of The Battle Creek Tower

On January 24, 1931, hundreds of spectators gathered in downtown Battle Creek to watch the dedication ceremony for the newly constructed Central National tower. It was quite the event, evidenced by the two radio stations broadcasting to listeners, half a dozen photographers, and even someone with a motion picture camera. At the time, the Central National tower, known today as the Battle Creek Tower, was…

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The Battle Creek Tower – A story from Roger Hinman

Overview Roger Hinman began his career in real estate in 1967 and founded the Hinman Company in 1977. The company has since established a diverse portfolio of office, retail, and residential properties. Roger has invested in and successfully developed millions of square feet of space in the Midwest; owning over 50 properties throughout Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. The Battle Creek Tower is a 184,000 square…

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What is a CERTIFIED PROPERTY MANAGER?

A Certified Property Manager® (CPM®) is a real estate professional designation awarded by the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and recognized by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR®). It is considered to be one of the industry’s most prestigious real estate management designations. The CPM designation signifies years of experience, education and expert knowledge of managing large property portfolios. IREM is an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors®, serving as an…

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