KW Selling Team's Vacant Land For Sale: Corey Road

Beautiful country property surrounded by farm land. Just far enough to be away from the city to relax, yet close enough enjoy the conveniences of Perry, Webberville, and Williamston. This property is just over 10.5 acres and is located in Perry School District. Approximately half of the property is wooded and the other half is open with a very nice home site. The perk test was completed in 2004 and the property is approved by the Ingham County Health Department for an engineered pressure dose mound system. The survey was completed in 2005, copies of both are available.  For additional information on this property click here!

KW Selling Team's Homes For Sale: Bennington Road

Welcome to 5505 Bennington Road Laingsburg, MI 48848. This well-built all brick ranch with 1,920 square feet above grade and an oversized 30' x 36' attached 2 car garage features many updates and is move in ready. Newer roof and brand new well and septic systems installed in 2013. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home sits on 2 beautiful wooded acres, this is the epitome of private country living. All three bedrooms are located on the main level and are generous in size. The gigantic living room features a custom built wood burning fireplace. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, island, and newer counter tops. The full basement offers plenty of storage space. Conveniently located near M-52 and is in Owosso Public School district, 5505 Bennington Road Laingsburg, MI 48848 is just the home for you!  For additional information on this property click here!

KW Selling Team's Vacant Land For Sale: Bennington Road

Beautiful 10 acre country building site. Laingsburg address and Owosso Public Schools. Just 2.5 miles West of M-52 on Bennington Road. This property is very pleasing to the eyes. Approximately 7.5 acres of the property is wooded and 2.5 acres is tillable. There is a beautiful building site on the front 2 acres nearest the road and visible from the road. Bennington road is a paved road. For additional information on this property click here!

'Round the Town Local Events: Car Capital Celebration

July 27, 2013

Car Capital Celebration!

Free - Celebrate auto history - bring your vehicle all makes and models welcome. For additional information on this event click here!

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Home Buying Guide: What is a Point of Sale Inspection?

A Point of Sale Inspection is a well and septic inspection.  Many Mid-Michigan counties require this inspection before the transfer of a property.  Point of Sale Counties are: Eaton County, Ingham County, Shiawassee County and Washtenaw County.  Inspectors also have to license within the county that the home is listed for sale or your loan officer will not accept the report.

For a well inspection, your inspector will determine the size, age, gallons per minute (gpm) and if the well is within the county compliance codes and HUD guidelines.  Also, water samples will be drawn and sent to a lab for testing.  Different loans and counties require different water tests.
You need the following water tests: total coliform (bacteria), nitrates, nitrites, arsenic and lead.  It is always a good idea to ask your local health department what the county requirements are.  You also need to check with your lender for additional water tests.    

A well inspection will be called for in a non point of sale county if the appraiser notes the following:
-knowledge that the water might be contaminated
-corrosion of the pipes/ plumbing
-if the property is located less than 1/4 mile from an area of intensive agriculture, gas drilling, coal mining, dump, junkyard, landfill, factory, gas station, or dry cleaner


A domestic well must be at least 50 feet from a septic tank, 100 feet from the septic tanks drain-field, and 10 feet from any property line.  A survey might need to be preformed if: the appraiser identifies adverse conditions or indicates that the minimum conditions might not be met.

For a septic inspection, your inspector will provide you with a written report on the size, location, age and working condition of the system.  They will advise you on when the next pump out is needed and any visible issues.  Also, the inspector will know whether or not the septic system meets the local county compliance codes and HUD guidelines.

Non Point of Sale Counties are Branch County, Calhoun County, Clinton County, Hillsdale county, Jackson County, Lenawee County, and Monroe County.  A well and septic inspection is not required on the county level for the transfer of a property.  However, many lenders will require it for loan approval.  For example, in Clinton County if the appraiser sites that there are visible issues with the well and/or septic, an inspection will be required.

For all your well and septic inspections KW Selling Team recommends Mike Johnson of Johnson Inspections 517-543-5413.