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Megan Crosbie
Most Popular Halloween Candy
October 31, 2011
Filed under: Best Of, Community

Grocery stores and convenience stores begin stocking their shelves with candy of all sorts as early as October 1st to prepare for Halloween. We all have our favorite Halloween treats, but have you ever wondered which ones are the most popular?

Top 5 Bestsellers:

  1. Candy Corn
  2. Snickers
  3. Reese’s
  4. Kit Kat
  5. M & M’s

Halloween Fun Facts

  • Americas purchase over 20 million pounds of Candy Corn a year.
  • Over 10% of annual candy sales (nearly $2 billion) happen on the days leading up to Halloween.
  • Americans purchase nearly 600 million pounds of candy a year for Halloween.
  • 90 million pounds of chocolate candy is sold during Halloween week. Almost 65 million pounds of chocolate candy is sold during the week leading up to Easter and only 48 million pounds is sold during Valentine’s week.



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Reinhart Realtors

The Charles Reinhart Company Realtors recognized members of the 2011 President’s Club on Thursday, October 27th at the West End Grill in downtown Ann Arbor. The West End Grill served lunch for the Charles Reinhart Company Realtors to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of more than 50 real estate agents.

For over 20 years, the President’s Club has recognized the top producers at the Charles Reinhart Company Realtors. To qualify for the President’s Club, an agent must close 18 or more transactions per year, which is more than 2.5 times the national average.

The 2011 President’s Club includes:

  • Nancy Bishop
  • Nancy Bowerbank
  • Elizabeth Brien
  • Laurie Buys
  • Shiao Ling Chu
  • Patricia Durston
  • Tammi Ebenhoeh
  • Patti Eddy
  • Barbara Eichmuller
  • Deborah Engelbert
  • Robert Ewing
  • Brent Flewelling
  • Kathy Frey
  • Susan Gartin
  • Maria Gilbert-Anglin
  • Sherry Grammatico
  • Brian Hill
  • Richard Jarzembowski
  • Robyn Javornisky
  • Lisa Jaworski-Ridha
  • Fran Jones
  • Jeffrey Klink
  • Todd Lands
  • Carolyn Lepard
  • Debbie Leutheuser
  • Roger Leutheuser
  • Richard Mattie
  • Bruce Maxson
  • Janet McAllister
  • Matthew Miller
  • Kerene Morrissey
  • Patricia Mueller
  • Nicola Noel
  • Kim Peoples
  • Julie Picknell
  • Michal Porath
  • Timothy Powell
  • Maura Rains
  • Edward Ridha
  • Alice Roderick
  • Sue Rushlow
  • Jeri Sawall
  • Marcia Shaughnessy
  • Pamela Sjo
  • Anne Sloan
  • Susan Snyder
  • Lisa Stelter
  • Debora Odom Stern
  • Julie Svinicki
  • Richard Taylor
  • Linda Tenza
  • Melissa VanDam
  • Maria Wade
  • Jean Wedemeyer
  • Mary Ellen Wood

We are very proud to have such a large group of high performing agents within our company!




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Today we are featuring Maria Gilbert Anglin’s Ann Arbor Listing – 431 Virginia, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

What distinctive features set this home apart?
This home is ideal for those who love the older established neighborhoods close to downtown Ann Arbor, and appreciate the features that newer homes provide. With a flexible layout, this home has beautiful hardwood floors, new carpet, recessed lighting, huge closets and a new furnace.

What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
The area has always been sought after for its big trees, parks and proximity to downtown. It is in a wonderful neighborhood that is close to all the conveniences Ann Arbor has to offer, but tucked away from the noise.

Can you describe the architectural style of this home?
Stylish and contemporary, this 3-bedroom home has a dramatic flair. Architectural features give the rooms interest while an open floor plan suits what today’s buyer is looking for in living space.

What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
The first floor rooms flow seamlessly out to an expansive screen porch with a vaulted ceiling that overlooks the professionally designed backyard. The backyard features custom stone work with a waterfall, brick paved paths and a cedar deck that is situated on marble to create the look of floating on water. The effect is instantly soothing and creates indoor/outdoor living that can’t be matched.

If you would like more information about 431 Virginia, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Maria Gilbert at (734) 730-9346.




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The Reinhart North Sales Office is hosting a free Halloween Maze on Sunday, October 30th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

You and your family are invited to join the Reinhart North Team for a family friendly spooky Halloween Maze. Guests are encouraged to come in costume.

Following the spooky Halloween Maze, guests will be able to enjoy cider, donuts and treats graciously provided by Ann Arbor Mortgage, Liberty Title and 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.

If you have any questions about the Reinhart Green Road Halloween Maze please contact Marjorie Bolgos at (734) 669-5836.

Reinhart Green Road Halloween Maze
Sunday, October 30th
Charles Reinhart Company Realtors
2200 Green Road, Ann Arbor
2:00pm – 5:00pm




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Today we are featuring Fran Jones’s Ann Arbor Listing – 1406 Maywood Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.

What distinctive features set this home apart?
An exceptional 1940’s home on Ann Arbor’s Westside, this 4-bedroom home has all the charm and appeal of an older home. With several windows throughout, this home lets in a lot of natural light. This home offers abundant closets and storage, built-in bookcases and gorgeous new and period light fixtures. The lower level features a nicely finished recreation room, fireplace and an additional half bathroom.

Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
The seller has renovated it all! This home has been tastefully decorated, freshly painted & carpeted in pristine condition. The furnace, central air, water heater, B-Dry system, concrete garage floor and driveway have all been updated. Leading you into this home is a new mahogany front door with sidelights. A new roof, newer restoration quality siding, gutters, wood privacy fence, recent sewer and water lines have also been added as well.

What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
This exceptional 1940s home is on a double-wooded lot on Ann Arbor’s Westside, in a great neighborhood. The location is convenient to everything – near University of Michigan Stadium, Pioneer High School, City Parks, downtown Ann Arbor and expressways.

What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
On this very pretty street, this home has a double lot with mature trees. French doors lead outside to a brick patio where the new homeowner will be able to enjoy their privacy in their large backyard.

If you would like more information about 1406 Maywood Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Fran Jones at (734) 971-6070.




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Reinhart Realtors

Paved roads lead to a rural and quiet country subdivision located in Lodi Township. Diuble Meadows, a new construction neighborhood being built by Peters Building Company, is on the corner of Waters Road and Strieter Road in the exceptional Saline Area School District. With over 50% of the development devoted to open space, there are over 25 acres of woodland and 1.5 miles of beautifully planned walking trails surrounded by woods.

Only 8 ¾ acre lots remain, including only one walkout site and two view-out lots, in this desirable new construction neighborhood. Peters Building Company offers custom floor plans including 3-bedroom ranches and 3 and 4 bedroom two-story options. Prices start in the mid $290,000. Start building your dream home today!

For more information about Diuble Meadows or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Debbie Leutheuser at (734) 323-7067 or Sue Rushlow at (734) 669-4524.




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Today we are featuring Elizabeth Brien’s Dexter Listing – 3013 Fieldstone Drive, Dexter, Michigan 48130.

What distinctive features set this home apart?
On an acre lot in Dexter, this pristine 2-story home offers a great room, dining room, cook’s kitchen with breakfast area and main level laundry room. The upper level of this home features four bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with cathedral ceilings and a large walk-in closet. The master bathroom is complete with a natural oak vanity with double sinks, a linen closet and a second walk-in closet. The partially finished lower level has 9’ ceilings and is framed for a recreation room and plumbed for an additional bathroom. The lower level also features a pantry and wine cellar.

What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
In a nice neighborhood, this home is in an ideal location within walking distance of the community pond. This home also has the advantage of being in the exceptional Dexter Community School District and is minutes from shopping and dining in downtown Dexter.

What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
From the front porch the new homeowner will be able to lookout at the professionally landscaped yard. The large new cedar back deck with aluminum rails, perfect for entertaining, provides a great view of the sprawling backyard lined by pine trees.

For more information about 3013 Fieldstone Drive, Dexter, MI 48103 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Elizabeth Brien at (734) 669-5989 or elizabeth@elizabethbrien.com.




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Reinhart Realtors

David Lutton, Marsha Volchoff and Megan Crosbie recently returned from The Active Enterprise Network Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado. The three-day conference proved to be an invaluable learning experience that provided the opportunity to explore major trends in the real estate industry and discover new ways to implement the latest technology into their current business practices.

With a strong focus on the user experience, the conference highlighted new ways to help consumers through the latest search, mobile and social technology. Presentations covered a wide array of topics including how to prepare for the future of real estate and strategies for continued growth through community involvement, training and more.

At the conclusion of Conference Active Website presented the 2011 Active Enterprise Network Choice Awards.

2011 Active Enterprise Network Choice Awards:

  1. Best Social Media Implementation: Residential Properties Ltd.
  2. Best Blogger: Ebby Halliday Realtors
  3. Most Usable Website: McEnearney Associates Inc, Realtors
  4. Best Individual Property Website: N.T. Callaway Real Estate Brokers
  5. Best Agent Website: Hasson Company Realtors
  6. Best Overall Website Design: Murney Associates, Realtors
  7. Best Unique Content: McEnearney Associates Inc, Realtors
  8. Best Agent Adoption of Technology: Danberry Realtors
  9. Best Brokerage Adoption of Technology: Charles Reinhart Company Realtors
  10. Best Lead Conversion: Danberry Realtors



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The Charles Reinhart Company Realtors is pleased to announce the promotion of Ren Snyder to Sales Manger of the Saline Sales Office.

A graduate of Eastern Michigan University, Ren began his professional career in Saline at Hoover Universal.  Ren’s management experience includes: President of Midtown Properties, VP of Administration at Bioimage and Financial Manager and Corporate Auditor at Hoover Universal.

Ren began his career in the real estate industry as President of Midtown Properties prior to becoming a Realtor in 1993.  As a successful real estate agent, Ren has enjoyed a multi-million dollar career working as an advocate for both buyers and sellers.  Ren’s wide-range of experience in management and the real estate industry have prepared him well as he takes on this new challenge as Sales Manager of the Saline office.

It is fitting that Ren returns to Saline, having begun his career in the Saline area. We are delighted for Ren as he moves into his new role as Sales Manger of the Saline Office!




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Megan Crosbie

There is a buzz in the sports community surrounding Michigan’s beloved sports teams. The Detroit Tigers beat the Texas Rangers last night to keep their play-off dreams alive. The Detroit Lions, hosting their first Monday Night Football game in a decade this past Monday, beat the Chicago Bears to become 5 – 0 for the first time since 1956. The Detroit Red Wings, who began the regular season earlier this month, remain undefeated.

Saturday, the undefeated University of Michigan Wolverines travel to East Lansing to take on the Michigan State Spartans in an epic battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy. Michigan State University, who will take the field in their Pro Combat jerseys, will fight to keep the Paul Bunyan Trophy for the fourth consecutive year. The Wolverines hope to remain undefeated and bring the Paul Bunyan Trophy back to Ann Arbor.


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