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How to Get Your Home Ready for Fall

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Don’t let the weather fool you. At a muggy 90 degrees West Michigan may feel like a sauna this week, but fall is just around the corner and there’s so much to do! Check out these 5 tips on how to get your home ready for the season: 1. Clean house First things first — … Read more

Most Expensive Homes in Michigan

We all know that Michigan is home to some beautiful properties. There’s no shortage of quality and creativity here. We wanted to know just how much these   gorgeous properties cost. So we did our research and found the most expensive homes in Michigan on the market today. Here’s the top ten from lowest price … Read more

Grand Rapids Events in September

We’re so proud to call Grand Rapids home because of the amazing events available to the community. And September is going to be a great month. Check out these 7 events you won’t want to miss

How to Make the Most of Your Open House Experience

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If you’re buying a home, the decisions you have to make and the options presented to you can be overwhelming. All of the open houes and showings start to blend together in your mind. So many people come in and out of open houses and you’re just trying to get a grasp on the home. … Read more

Grand Rapids Summer Activities on a Budget

The Grand Rapids summer seems to be flying by and you don’t want to miss a minute of it. But what can you do in this Michigan summer heat without breaking the bank? Try these 5 activities to make the most of your Grand Rapids summer:

5 Questions to Ask Your Real Estate Agent When Buying a Home

Finding the right home can be exhausting when you don’t know what you’re looking for. In today’s market houses are bought and sold so quickly, it’s difficult to know where to start. A good realtor will help to guide you through the process. Make sure to ask your real estate agent these 5 questions as … Read more

Local Ice Cream Shops

It’s warming up! Summer in West Michigan is for trips to the beach, barbecues, and grabbing ice cream with the family! But where are the best local coffee shops to stop at? Trailside Treats Located at 6294 Belmont Ave NE, Belmont, MI 49306, the perfect stop as you walk along the White Pine Trail. Frosty … Read more

Grand Rapids’ Local Coffee Shops

Grand Rapids is often known as beer city, but beer isn’t the only thing we’ve been brewing around here. One of the rapidly growing industries in the area is coffee shops! Next time you are looking for a new coffee shop to try out, check here first for some of our favorites!   Jam’n Bean … Read more

4 Big Reasons FSBOs Are a NO-GO

With the competitive real estate conditions we are currently facing, it is undoubtedly a seller’s market. Because of these conditions, many homeowners are feeling confident in their abilities to list and sell their homes without the help of a real estate agent. Many owners even believe that listing their home for sale by owner will … Read more

Local Spring Staycation Ideas

Spring is here! The chilly temps seem to be hanging on tight, but at last the sunlight has returned, and the warm weather is close behind! The Greater Grand Rapids area offers plenty of fun and affordable spring activities for the whole family. Whether you are looking to stay inside for just a bit longer … Read more