How to Prepare for Buying a Home: 6 Essential Tips

By Mark Deering | 01/23/2026

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…

Why Owning A Home Is The Best Decision You Can Make

By Mark Deering | 01/19/2026

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…

4 Outdoor Ice Rinks in West Michigan to Check Out!

By Katy Wolffis | 01/13/2026

Winter is for ice skating! Ice skating is a great winter activity and becomes even more magical when done outdoors. Weather in West Michigan can be so unpredictable that outdoor rinks can be a hit or miss, but when the weather is great, ice skating outdoors can’t be beat! It’s so much fun and a…

10 Simple Tips for Organizing Your Home

By Katy Wolffis | 01/13/2026

Maybe one of your goals this year is to organize your home, or maybe you’re like me and just moved and need to put your life back together so you can feel more settled. Either way, keeping your home organized doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With the right approach, small changes can add up to…

Immerse Yourself in the World of Winter Festival!

By Brandy Frank | 12/30/2025

As the new year arrives, Grand Rapids once again embraces the magic of the season with the return of the World of Winter festival, the largest winter festival in the U.S. From January 9 to March 1, 2026, downtown GR transforms into a glowing, art-filled winter playground designed to make the snowy months brighter, busier,…

Your Grand Rapids Tabletop Gaming Resource

By Katy Wolffis | 12/18/2025

One of my favorite pastimes is playing tabletop games. From classic card games like euchre and cribbage to more complicated strategy games like Root or Axis and Allies, I enjoy a good game night. It’s a fantastic way to converse with friends and family while having a little friendly competition. It is a large growing…