Rapid River Recreation LLC Petitioner V Township Of Clearwater Respondent
- Petitioner
- Rapid River Recreation LLC
- Respondent
- Township Of Clearwater
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002436-TT
- Status
- Disposed
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Kalkaska
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Order of Dismissal | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/16/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 06/24/2026 | $550.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Rapid River Recreation LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Township Of Clearwater, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that: The issue in this case is already pending in another case and, as such, this appeal is duplicative and shall be dismissed. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. APPEAL RIGHTS If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal. Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If
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MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Page 2 of 2 the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the record on appeal. There is no certification fee. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 16, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Rapid River Recreation LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Township Of Clearwater, Respondent. ORDER OF DISMISSAL The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that: The issue in this case is already pending in another case and, as such, this appeal is duplicative and shall be dismissed. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED. This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case. APPEAL RIGHTS If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal. Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If
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MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Page 2 of 2 the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the record on appeal. There is no certification fee. By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 16, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 ·
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Chris Witham ze we rr ae re wo From: Chris Witham Sent: Sunday, March 1, 2026 9:13 AM To: Chris Witham Subject: FW: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes CHRIS WITHAM President MOTION Motion Dynamics Corporation DYNAMICS p: 231-865-7400 x127 m: 231-740-5964 CORPORATION a: 5621 Airline Rd, Fruitport, MI 49415 w: www. motiondc.com e: cwitham@motiondc.com Confidentiality Notice: This information provided by Motion Dynamics Corporation is confidential. Unauthorized use is prohibited. Do not copy or distribute. From: Roger Schaub <roger@schaubteam.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 9:40 AM To: Chris Witham <cwitham@motiondc.com> Subject: FW: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes This is the string between Johny and Dawn. The first email | sent you was Dawns revised values for the property going forward. Roger From: Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 9:28 AM To: Roger Schaub <roger@schaubteam.com> Subject: Fwd: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes See below from the Clearwater township Assessor. She has since revised her 2025 Assessed value to $2,300,000 (See other email | just forwarded to you). She also stated that, at most, the uncapped increase for 2026 would only be 5-6% higher than the 2025 Assessed value of $2,300,000. Bt Forwarded message --------- From: Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> Date: Mon, Jan 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM Subject: Re: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes To: Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com>
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Johnny | have the following as tentative values for 2025 for all of the properties Assessed 2,610,700 Taxable Value 2,006,637 This includes all of the structures on the property. Let me know if you have any questions. Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Fri, Jan 10, 2025 at 2:34 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, It was nice meeting you today. As promised, | have attached the plans for the main house, guest house and detached garage. As discussed, the total livable square footage does not match the listing because lincluded the Barn and the potential living area in the maintenance garage. Per the plans the total livable sq footage is 6,947 (5,235 for the main lodge and 1,712 for the Guest House). The Barn area is 1,200 square ft in total and obviously not livable square footage. It's important to note that the bar room in the guest house was originally the "workshop" on the plans and was not finished nearly to the level as the other living areas. The bunk room and guest rooms in the main lodge are also finished at a lesser cost per square foot. I've also included a link to the photos of the property which you should now have access to for your reference and use. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10SjqzQsrlLzXCAjkzvF5lqthEXYJylbzk?usp=sharing Please let me know if you have any questions. | appreciate you making the effort to view the property in person and discuss the level of finishes, personal property etc. Enjoy your weekend! - Johnny On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 9:35 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Yes, thank works. I'll meet you at the front gate.
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On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 9:32 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: | can meet you there about 11. Would that work for you? Dawn Kuhns Assessor OnJan 9, 2025, at 6:55 PM, Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: | can do that for you. Are you available in the morning? On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: Johnny What would you say about getting me onto the property so | can see the improvements that we did not have on the roll? Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, | tried you again on your cell but thought it might be easier to answer these questions via email if you are tied up. We'd just like to know the following in regards to what you previously sent: - Can you give a new estimate at a sale price of $7,000,000 - Can you confirm that the estimated range previously provided and the estimate you will give at $7,000,000 includes the value of the guest barn? | know at the time we last talked, you mentioned it was not included in the current taxable value but you were planning to include it in the 2025 value. | realize you cannot give an exact number down to the penny but we are just trying to get as good of a sense for where things will land as you are reasonably able to project. Thank you so much for your help on this!!
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On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 4:19 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: https://treas-secure.state.mi.us/ptestimator Johnny | am attempting to give you a rough estimate for future property taxes for the Stevens property. | would say a taxable value of between 2,700,000 and 3,500,000 would cover the estimation, | do realize this is higher than the current assessment. However with the updated information regarding the property, | have updated our records. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any questions. Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 2:08 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, I tried calling you yesterday. Have you been able to come up with an estimate for how much the taxes would increase with a sale of $10M or at $8M? On Mon, Dec 9, 2024 at 10:07 AM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hello Dawn, | just tried leaving you a voicemail. | am in the process of selling 8051 Glade Valley Rd and the adjacent parcels (15 in total) and would like to get an understanding from you on how the property taxes might change upon the sale. Please call me at your earliest convenience. Thank you.
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JOHNNY CRANE Associate Broker Lic# 6501400690 C: 231.350.8039 630 E Front St Unit 200 Traverse City, MI 49686 johnnycrane.bhhsmichiganrealestate.com DED [oO] A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC IMPORTANT NOTICE: Never
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 9 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Organization Local Unit of Government: First Name M.I. Last Name Rapid River Recreation LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 365 West Circle Drive City or Town North Muskegon State Michigan ZIP Code 49445 Telephone Number 231-740-5964 E-mail Address cwitham@motiondc.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Christopher M.I. S Last Name Witham Firm Name (if any) Rapid River Recreation LLC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 365 West Circle Drive 365 West Circle Drive City or Town North Muskegon State Michigan ZIP Code 49445 Telephone Number 231-740-5964 E-mail Address cwitham@motiondc.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 15 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel Yes Property Address (No., Street) 8051 Glade Valley Road NW
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 9 City or Town Rapid City County Kalkaska State Michigan ZIP Code 49676 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Clearwater (KALKASKA) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Taxable Value Only (calculation) Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: The total Assessed and Taxable values are not what was determined by the Township Assessor prior to the closing on the purchase of these parcels. The selling realtor had multiple meetings with her prior to the sale, met with her at the property to review prior to the sale, and received a written response for the assessed valuation after the sale in writing. The upcapped valuation was 50% higher than what was determined prior to the sale. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-010-008-05 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 31200
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 9 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 31200 What do you believe is the fair market value? 45782 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 22891 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 22891 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-010-008-06 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 41600 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 41600 What do you believe is the fair market value? 60456 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 30228 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 30228 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-014-015-00 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 158500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 158500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 232578 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 116289 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 116289
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 4 of 9 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-001-00 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 689100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 689100 What do you believe is the fair market value? 1011165 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 505582 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 505582 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-009-01 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 103900 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 103900 What do you believe is the fair market value? 152460 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 76230 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 76230 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-009-10 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 157100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 157100
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 5 of 9 What do you believe is the fair market value? 230524 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Rapid River Recreation LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Township Of Clearwater, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 16, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Rapid River Recreation LLC, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002436 Township Of Clearwater, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: September 16, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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Chris Witham ze we rr ae re wo From: Chris Witham Sent: Sunday, March 1, 2026 9:13 AM To: Chris Witham Subject: FW: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes CHRIS WITHAM President MOTION Motion Dynamics Corporation DYNAMICS p: 231-865-7400 x127 m: 231-740-5964 CORPORATION a: 5621 Airline Rd, Fruitport, MI 49415 w: www. motiondc.com e: cwitham@motiondc.com Confidentiality Notice: This information provided by Motion Dynamics Corporation is confidential. Unauthorized use is prohibited. Do not copy or distribute. From: Roger Schaub <roger@schaubteam.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 9:40 AM To: Chris Witham <cwitham@motiondc.com> Subject: FW: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes This is the string between Johny and Dawn. The first email | sent you was Dawns revised values for the property going forward. Roger From: Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 9:28 AM To: Roger Schaub <roger@schaubteam.com> Subject: Fwd: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes See below from the Clearwater township Assessor. She has since revised her 2025 Assessed value to $2,300,000 (See other email | just forwarded to you). She also stated that, at most, the uncapped increase for 2026 would only be 5-6% higher than the 2025 Assessed value of $2,300,000. Bt Forwarded message --------- From: Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> Date: Mon, Jan 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM Subject: Re: 8051 Galde Valley Rd property taxes To: Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com>
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Johnny | have the following as tentative values for 2025 for all of the properties Assessed 2,610,700 Taxable Value 2,006,637 This includes all of the structures on the property. Let me know if you have any questions. Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Fri, Jan 10, 2025 at 2:34 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, It was nice meeting you today. As promised, | have attached the plans for the main house, guest house and detached garage. As discussed, the total livable square footage does not match the listing because lincluded the Barn and the potential living area in the maintenance garage. Per the plans the total livable sq footage is 6,947 (5,235 for the main lodge and 1,712 for the Guest House). The Barn area is 1,200 square ft in total and obviously not livable square footage. It's important to note that the bar room in the guest house was originally the "workshop" on the plans and was not finished nearly to the level as the other living areas. The bunk room and guest rooms in the main lodge are also finished at a lesser cost per square foot. I've also included a link to the photos of the property which you should now have access to for your reference and use. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10SjqzQsrlLzXCAjkzvF5lqthEXYJylbzk?usp=sharing Please let me know if you have any questions. | appreciate you making the effort to view the property in person and discuss the level of finishes, personal property etc. Enjoy your weekend! - Johnny On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 9:35 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Yes, thank works. I'll meet you at the front gate.
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On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 9:32 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: | can meet you there about 11. Would that work for you? Dawn Kuhns Assessor OnJan 9, 2025, at 6:55 PM, Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: | can do that for you. Are you available in the morning? On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: Johnny What would you say about getting me onto the property so | can see the improvements that we did not have on the roll? Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Thu, Jan 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, | tried you again on your cell but thought it might be easier to answer these questions via email if you are tied up. We'd just like to know the following in regards to what you previously sent: - Can you give a new estimate at a sale price of $7,000,000 - Can you confirm that the estimated range previously provided and the estimate you will give at $7,000,000 includes the value of the guest barn? | know at the time we last talked, you mentioned it was not included in the current taxable value but you were planning to include it in the 2025 value. | realize you cannot give an exact number down to the penny but we are just trying to get as good of a sense for where things will land as you are reasonably able to project. Thank you so much for your help on this!!
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On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 4:19 PM Dawn Kuhns <assessordawn@gmail.com> wrote: https://treas-secure.state.mi.us/ptestimator Johnny | am attempting to give you a rough estimate for future property taxes for the Stevens property. | would say a taxable value of between 2,700,000 and 3,500,000 would cover the estimation, | do realize this is higher than the current assessment. However with the updated information regarding the property, | have updated our records. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any questions. Dawn M. Kuhns Assessor 231-409-1827 On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 2:08 PM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hi Dawn, I tried calling you yesterday. Have you been able to come up with an estimate for how much the taxes would increase with a sale of $10M or at $8M? On Mon, Dec 9, 2024 at 10:07 AM Johnny Crane <johnnycrane@bhhsmi.com> wrote: Hello Dawn, | just tried leaving you a voicemail. | am in the process of selling 8051 Glade Valley Rd and the adjacent parcels (15 in total) and would like to get an understanding from you on how the property taxes might change upon the sale. Please call me at your earliest convenience. Thank you.
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JOHNNY CRANE Associate Broker Lic# 6501400690 C: 231.350.8039 630 E Front St Unit 200 Traverse City, MI 49686 johnnycrane.bhhsmichiganrealestate.com DED [oO] A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC IMPORTANT NOTICE: Never
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 9 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Organization Local Unit of Government: First Name M.I. Last Name Rapid River Recreation LLC Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 365 West Circle Drive City or Town North Muskegon State Michigan ZIP Code 49445 Telephone Number 231-740-5964 E-mail Address cwitham@motiondc.com Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Christopher M.I. S Last Name Witham Firm Name (if any) Rapid River Recreation LLC Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 365 West Circle Drive 365 West Circle Drive City or Town North Muskegon State Michigan ZIP Code 49445 Telephone Number 231-740-5964 E-mail Address cwitham@motiondc.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 15 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel Yes Property Address (No., Street) 8051 Glade Valley Road NW
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 9 City or Town Rapid City County Kalkaska State Michigan ZIP Code 49676 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Clearwater (KALKASKA) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Taxable Value Only (calculation) Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal: The total Assessed and Taxable values are not what was determined by the Township Assessor prior to the closing on the purchase of these parcels. The selling realtor had multiple meetings with her prior to the sale, met with her at the property to review prior to the sale, and received a written response for the assessed valuation after the sale in writing. The upcapped valuation was 50% higher than what was determined prior to the sale. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-010-008-05 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 31200
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 9 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 31200 What do you believe is the fair market value? 45782 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 22891 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 22891 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-010-008-06 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 41600 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 41600 What do you believe is the fair market value? 60456 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 30228 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 30228 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-014-015-00 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 158500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 158500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 232578 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 116289 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 116289
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 4 of 9 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-001-00 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 689100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 689100 What do you believe is the fair market value? 1011165 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 505582 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 505582 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-009-01 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 103900 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 103900 What do you believe is the fair market value? 152460 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 76230 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 76230 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 004-015-009-10 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 157100 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 157100
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 5 of 9 What do you believe is the fair market value? 230524 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of
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