Dog Rescue Adventures

By Mark Deering | 08/14/2020

Last week, I was able to help in a dog rescue! I belong to a volunteer group called Travel 2 the Rescue, and they were transporting two dogs from Schertz, TX to be delivered to their foster home in Royal Oak, MI. We were the 19th leg of 20 for Trinity and Tiger.   Trinity…

Sprucing Up for Autumn Sales

By Mark Deering | 08/10/2020

Fall is a beautiful time of year! If you have your home on the market, make the most of the season to boost its curb appeal. If you have a gorgeous red maple or golden yellow aspen in your front yard, you already have a great head start. Make a list of the most important…

Grand Rapids Waterfront Home for Sale

By Mark Deering | 08/06/2020

Waterfront living in Grand Rapids is here! Our latest listing is a 3 bed, 2 bath on Crooked Lake in Lowell! If you are looking for a house that takes advantage of summertime in Michigan, this is it! This house boasts a great open floor plan with an island in the kitchen and fireplace in…

Historically Low Interest Rates Mean More Buying Power

By Mark Deering | 07/28/2020

Mortgage interest rates have fallen again! This time to rates below 3% for a 30 year fixed mortgage! These historic lows mean that a buyer may be able to get more house than what they originally thought. This also gives buyers more buying power when making an offer because they may be able to put…

Parade of Homes Spring 2020

By Katy Wolffis | 07/09/2020

We are huge fans of Parade of Homes! We love going around and seeing what builders in the area are up to, and the trends in interior design. With Covid-19 this year, the spring edition was pushed back, and honestly, we didn’t know if it was going to happen. We are excited to see it…

Common Home Buying Misconceptions

By Kevin Ahrens | 07/07/2020

 There are a lot of misconceptions out there surrounding buying a home. Everything from “You have to have a 20% down payment.” To “Using an Agent is expensive.” We love educating our clients and other potential home buyers about what is possible and what we can do for them. In the video above, Kevin…

What to Expect at a Home Inspection

By Mark Deering | 06/19/2020

 You’ve put your offer in on a house, and it’s been accepted. Congratulations! The next step is a home inspection and at this point you may be stressing out. You may have heard stories from friends about their inspections or are worried about what will be found in your dream home. We get it.…

Selling Your Home in Uncertain Times

By Mark Deering | 06/15/2020

The arrival of the coronavirus, COVID-19, has changed virtually every aspect of life, including the momentum of real estate sales. Some home sellers are waiting, hoping that the situation improves as we find a new normal. Others have decided to put their homes on the market because of urgent reasons, such as a job transfer,…

Weekly Hot Picks: Homes with Acreage

By Mark Deering | 06/11/2020

This week we picked three homes with acreage that are fresh on the market! There is something to be said for owning a home with acreage! You can use it for farming, recreation, and just to give you a feel of not living in a cramped neighborhood. Check out these three houses we found! Some…

Weekly Hot Picks: $200,000 and Under | The Deering Team

By Mark Deering | 06/04/2020

Our Weekly Hot Picks continue with 3 homes for under $200,000! This is probably one of the hottest markets currently as first time home buyers are seeking to make their purchases as well as some people who may be looking to downsize for financial reasons. You can get a lot for less than $200,000 and…

2451 Wilex Ct. Walk Through

By Mark Deering | 06/02/2020

This house is all about location! Close to shopping and other areas of interest, this updated multi-level home is a must see! Newer bathroom remodel, new A/C, newer water heater, new privacy fence! Spacious bedrooms rooms, freshly painted kitchen! HUGE fenced in rear yard! Check it out in the video below! Due to the lifting…

We Were on Wood TV8-Open Michigan Safely

By Mark Deering | 05/29/2020

There are certain protocols that as real estate agents we are following to make sure your safety is first when looking at or selling your home! Wood TV8 had us on to talk about what those are! Check out the video below. If you are interested in listing your house or buying a house with…