2024 Home Design Trends We Love!
As realtors, we see first-hand home design trends and how they change over the years! From predominantly oak floors, cabinets, and trim in the early 2000s to the whites and greys of the mid-2010s, to the wallpapered rooms of the 80s, we’ve seen just about every design trend out there! Some catch our eye and…
How Using a Local Mortgage Lender Benefits Your Real Estate Experience
My team always wants to deliver the best real estate experience for every client. As a seasoned real estate agent, I understand the pivotal role that the mortgage process plays in the overall home-buying experience. In my years of helping clients navigate the complex world of real estate, one key element consistently stands out: the…
The Evolution of Ice Fishing-Not Your Grandpa’s Sport
Ice fishing is a timeless winter tradition in Michigan! I’m someone who looks forward to ice fishing season every year! The tools I use today look quite different than those that were used 50 years ago! Many of these new technologies have made ice fishermen even more efficient and a bit more comfortable. Let’s explore…
One Stop Fitness-ARMR CrossFit
There are some great fitness gyms around West Michigan, but one of them we like is ARMR CrossFit in Hudsonville! Owned by Andye Razmus, it is a one-stop fitness spot for anyone looking to up their game! They have a huge facility filled with all the CrossFit equipment and weight lifting equipment to help you…
Should You Buy a Home at Christmas? Pros and Cons.
The Christmas season is often associated with festive decorations, warm gatherings, and a spirit of giving. Amidst the yuletide cheer, some individuals consider making a significant purchase – a new home. While the idea of buying a home around Christmastime may seem unconventional it also comes with its benefits! In this blog, we’ll delve into…
Get in the Christmas Spirit with These Events!
“It’s the holiday season.” There’s been some snow falling, Christmas trees are getting put up and decorated, and lights are everywhere! This time of year is enchanting, magical, and also busy! There are so many Christmas themed events that it’s hard to choose which ones are the best! But these look like a lot of…
The Best of Michigan Life: Lakeside Living
In Michigan, you’re never further than 5 miles from any body of water! Lakeside living, whether on an inland lake or on the Great Lakes, is a real treat here in our state. It’s a way of life here, and lake living is highly desirable. Lakeside living offers a unique and charming lifestyle that’s hard…
November Events-What to Do in Grand Rapids
(Updated for 2025) November is an odd month. Fall is fading away, and the anticipation for Christmas starts building. Darker nights and shorter days, can make homebodies out of people, but there is still a lot going on this month that you should put on your calendar to attend! Here are just a few of…
7 Reasons People Move.
In my over 25 years in real estate, I and my team have had the privilege of assisting countless individuals and families in navigating the intricate process of selling their homes. Each journey is unique and inspiring and brings its own set of challenges and expectations. There are many reasons people can choose to move…
Your Guide to Investing in Hunting Properties
If you’re considering real estate investment, you’ve probably heard about residential and commercial properties, but have you ever thought about hunting properties as a potential investment? Michigan is one of the top states for deer, goose, and fowl hunting in the Midwest. As a hunter myself, I would love to invest in my own piece…
5 Benefits from Creating an Outdoor Living Space
In recent years, the concept of outdoor living spaces has gained tremendous popularity. Homeowners are no longer limiting their enjoyment of the outdoors to the occasional barbecue; instead, they are creating purposeful and inviting outdoor areas that serve as extensions of their homes. Our outdoor living space season isn’t particularly long but having a space…
5 Spooky Events to Celebrate October!
It’s Spooky Season! October is the month of jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, witches, and getting a little scared! Grand Rapids has a bunch of fun Halloween-themed events this October that are great experiences! From trunk-or-treats, fall festivals, and haunted forests, here are some of the best spooky-themed events happening this month! There are lots of other fun…