What is the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival?
Grand Rapids Lantern Festival…what the heck is it? I had the same question! A group of friends my wife and I hang out with said let’s go see the lanterns. I have to be honest, I was like…. Ok. It felt like one of those things you do with low expectations, and focus on the…
Read MoreBest Breakfast Restaurants in West Michigan
Sizzling bacon, syrupy waffles, and some scrambled eggs, who doesn’t love a good breakfast? Breakfast is arguably one of my favorite foods to order at a restaurant. Why? I’m not 100% sure. Maybe it’s the atmosphere, or that the most popular time I go out to eat is after church on Sunday, and it just…
Read MoreMake Money with Your Vacation Home-Short Term Rental Investing
Are you at the point in your life where you might want to diversify your investments? Would you enjoy owning a piece of real estate that pays for itself and a potentially sizable profit while appreciating in value? If you answered yes, you might be a good candidate for owning a short term rental home (STR). …
Read MoreFacebook Marketplace or “Waste?”
Is it still available!? I use Facebook Marketplace when it comes to household items.. and maybe some nonessential items too! I have bought grills, lawn equipment, tools, furniture and even decking material. It is a convenient spot for me to seek out a deal for an item I am trying to find. Yet this can…
Read MoreRaising Backyard Chickens on Less than One Acre
In recent years, the trend of raising backyard chickens has soared, and for good reason. Not only do these feathered friends provide a sustainable source of fresh eggs, but they also offer companionship, pest control, and plenty of entertainment. Even if you have less than an acre of land, you can still embark on this…
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