Branch County Association of Realtors

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.

02/03/2026

We had a great Morning Coffee Hour thanks to Steve Franks-State Farm Agent, and Christopher Rodesiler (Dean Insurance Agency, Inc.)! They helped make sense of home, auto, and health insurance, answered a lot of questions, and walked us through why insurance rates are going up and what that means for all of us. It was an eye-opening and very insightful discussion—and all over a warm cup of coffee at the Hope Cafe.

Join us for our next coffee hour on March 3rd, with Paul Flynn, the Superintendent of Coldwater Community Schools, as he discusses the school's renovation bond.

02/02/2026

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3rd at 8:00 AM for a FREE Coffee Hour, open to everyone in the community. Cold weather calls for hot coffee and warm conversation—and we’ve got both waiting for you at Hope Cafe!

Hear from Steve Franks-State Farm Agent, with updates on important insurance changes for 2026 and Chris Rodesiler of Dean Insurance Agency, breaking down health insurance options in a clear, helpful way.

This is a relaxed, welcoming morning to learn something new, ask questions, and connect with friends and neighbors.
• Free coffee
• Great conversation
• Open to the public
Presented by: Branch County Association of Realtors®
Sponsored by: Franks-State Farm Agent
Grab a friend and join us—we’d love to see you there!

01/26/2026

It may be cold outside, but the coffee will be hot—and the conversation even better! ☕✨

Join us Tuesday, February 3rd at Hope Cafe at 8:00 am for a FREE, steaming cup of coffee and some inspiring conversation. We’re excited to welcome Steve Franks-State Farm Agent who will share important information on insurance changes for 2026.

Coffee Hour is free, open to the public and a great way to connect, learn, and enjoy a cozy morning with neighbors and friends. Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation!

Brought to you by the Branch County Association of Realtors®
☕ Sponsored by Steve Franks State Farm Insurance