Posts by Mark Deering
Keep Up-to-Date on Your Neigborhood
We know you are out there searching for that house that is for sale in your neighborhood to see the list price, or you want to know what that family down the street sold their house for. We can help create a report for you so you get instant updates on homes for sale or…
Read MoreSpread Positivity-Deering Team Challenge
If you’ve been on social media or watching the news, everything seems bleak, depressing, and negative. We decided we wanted to change that, so we are doing the Deering Team Challenge! Our team members are posting a video or photo a day for 30 days to spread positivity. We talk about things people can do…
Read MoreWhat Home Buyers Want During a Pandemic
Like the changes happening to every other part of our lives, COVID-19 is shifting the emphasis of what buyers are looking for in their next home. The pandemic has taught us that our own home is the safest place to be, which means a greater demand for a residence that can combine work, school, and…
Read MoreCommunity Spotlight: RT Baldwin-Custom Hardwood Floors
If you are looking for gorgeous hardwood floors, look no further than RT Baldwin! They’ve been building and perfecting bench-top hardwood flooring for over 30 years. Whether it is a pre-made flooring from another manufacturer or a completely custom floor from RT Baldwin, they will help you find a floor you will love for…
Read More5 Tips When Shopping for a Dog-Friendly Home
When looking for a new home, don’t forget to think about your pet! After all, they are moving with you. Most people who have a dog are already thinking items that will make their home more dog-friendly. After working with dozens of clients who are dog owners, these are the 5 most common items we…
Read MoreHow We Create a Winning Offer in a Competitive Housing Market
The housing market in Grand Rapids, as well as many other parts of the country, has been very competitive over the past few years. Low inventory and high demand makes putting in an offer on a house nerve-wracking and sometimes you lose the house because there are so many offers. Over the 25 plus years…
Read MoreDog Rescue Adventures
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…
Read MoreSprucing Up for Autumn Sales
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…
Read MoreGrand Rapids Waterfront Home for Sale
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…
Read MoreHistorically Low Interest Rates Mean More Buying Power
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…
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