Posts by Mark Deering
How to Prepare for Buying a Home: 6 Essential Tips
Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but preparation is key to making the process smooth and stress-free. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or planning your next move, taking a few smart steps early can put you in a strong position when it’s time to make an offer. Here are six essential home buying tips…
Read MoreWhy Owning A Home Is The Best Decision You Can Make
Thinking about buying a home? You are not alone. More and more people are discovering that homeownership is not just a milestone. It is a major life upgrade. From building wealth to enjoying true lifestyle freedom, owning a home gives you advantages you simply cannot get while renting. If you are ready to take control…
Read MorePlanning Your Trip to Marquette, Michigan
Marquette is one of Michigan’s hidden gems! A small town right on Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula, Marquette has opportunities for adventures galore as well as amazing restaurants and a fascinating history. I have traveled to Marquette many times, and others on my team have been as well. Below are our recommendations and connections…
Read More3 Hidden Home Stressors That Impact Your Mental Health
Your home should be your sanctuary — a place where you can unwind, recharge, and feel at peace. But sometimes, small everyday factors in your environment can quietly chip away at your mental well-being. Three of the biggest culprits? Clutter, noise, and lighting. Let’s take a closer look at how these common issues affect your…
Read MoreNew Construction Experts-How We Help During the Process
Buying a new construction home is a unique experience, especially if you’re building your home! You get to take a front seat to the building of your next home. Watching it come together from a blank piece of ground to studs to a fully built house! It’s a fun, stressful, and exciting process, but you’ll…
Read MoreParade of Homes 2025-Party Recap
The Grand Rapids’ Spring Parade of Homes has come and gone, and we got to enjoy some of it with some really cool people! On the last Saturday of the event, we invited our MVPs and Clients to join us in touring 4 of the homes and then hanging out after at Golf 616 for…
Read MoreHome Inspections: What the Pros Want You to Know
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, the home inspection is one of the most critical steps in the buying process. It’s your opportunity to get a closer look at the home’s condition, uncover potential issues, and feel confident moving forward. That’s why our team has trusted Alert Inspections for over two decades—and…
Read MoreWalk Your Plans: Best Tool for Building a Home
Walk Your Plans in Wyoming is the best tool to use for next home building or home remodeling project. Walk Your Plans is a chain that originated in Cleveland, Ohio and now has multiple locations throughout the country. Rob, the owner of the Wyoming location used the services himself and was so impressed that he…
Read MoreUnderstanding Commercial Real Estate: The Basics and Investing
When people think about real estate, they often picture residential properties—homes, condos, and apartments. However, there’s another side to real estate that offers significant financial benefits: commercial real estate (CRE). Whether you’re an experienced investor or just beginning to explore opportunities, understanding the basics of commercial real estate can help you make informed decisions and…
Read MoreWest Michigan Holiday Parades
The Holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than to bundle up, grab some hot cocoa, and head out to experience one of the many local Holiday parades. From the twinkling lights and festive floats, to the sound of marching bands playing Christmas music, a Holiday parade is sure to be…
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