Ever thought your dream project was too risky⌠or too remote?
Lynn Makela didnât let any of that stop her.
In this episode, weâre diving into the story of how she and her husband left the grind of city life to redevelop a forgotten lakeside resort in Michiganâs Upper Peninsulaâusing grit, vision, and a whole lot of sweat equity.
This isnât some fairytale flip. This is what it really looks like to start where you are, with what youâve got, and build something locals love.
We break down:
How Lynn found and financed a 27-acre resort (yes, even with a tiny-town bank)
The real cost of going from âcabin in the woodsâ to cash-flowing short-term rentals
What it means to phase a project when you donât have deep pockets
Turning zoning quirks and ancient septic systems into creative solutions
Building authentic local partnerships that bring projects (and communities) to life
Bold truth: You donât need a big city or a big check to make a big impact. You just need the courage to go firstâand the right people on your team.
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