Grand Rapids Zoos and Animal Parks
Grand Rapids is what some might refer to as, “The smallest big city.” We have so many things here that usually are only reserved for the really big cities! There are colleges galore, a massive exhibition center, hockey team, minor league baseball team, high-end museums and colleges, and zoos! We have not one, but 2…
Read MoreOur Favorite Small Businesses in West Michigan
We love highlighting small businesses across West Michigan. Many of our friends own small businesses and are doing great things in their markets! All of our community spotlights are businesses we have worked with and highly recommend! If you are near any of these or use their services, let them know, “The Deering Team sent…
Read MoreThings to do in Spring Around Grand Rapids
Spring is here and as Michigan awakens from her winter hibernation, the urge to get outside and be more active takes hold. There are so many great things that happen during the spring in the Grand Rapids area. From festivals to butterflies to sports, West Michigan comes alive in spring! Below are some of our…
Read MoreFreshen Up Your Home With Spring Maintenance Tasks
Freshen Up Your Home With Spring Maintenance Tasks After a long cold winter, the first signs of spring are finally arriving. You have seen those first bulbs peeking their heads above the snow, and you may have even seen a robin scouring the frozen ground for worms. The warmth of spring is right around the…
Read MoreCookies by Design-Community Spotlight
The corner of 44th and Ivanrest in Grandville is home to so many wonderful smells, but if you smell sugary goodness, it’s coming from Cookies by Design. They create the best cookies, cupcakes, fudge, and dog treats. With a variety of flavors and shapes, you’re sure to find something that you’ll love. We talk about…
Read MoreTreadstone Funding-Best Lenders in Grand Rapids
If you’ve worked with us, you know that we recommend Treadstone without hesitation for your mortgage needs. Why? We simply believe they are the best in the business! We could tell you story after story about Treadstone pulling through with fast deadlines, helping our buyers get their offer accepted, and so much more! We’ve been…
Read MoreWhat to Expect on Your Closing Day
There can be a lot of mystery surrounding the closing table. How long am I going to be there? Do I need to bring anything with me? Do I get my money immediately? We know these questions come up all the time, so we sat down and talked about what a closing day looks like,…
Read MoreSupply Source Options | Community Spotlight
Our friend, Mike Miller, took us on a tour of Source Supply Options, and we learned a lot! It was so cool to hear how they’ve expanded and seeing hands-on everything that they do! With over 85,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, they have been able to expand what they can do, and they are…
Read MoreBest of West Michigan: Pizza
Who doesn’t love pizza? There are so many great pizza places around West Michigan that it can be hard to choose which are our favorites! You can’t go wrong with any of these places below! Grab some pizza and your favorite drinks for a great night out or in! Mike and Mark’s Pick: Peppinos Pizza-Allendale…
Read MoreUnique Valentine’s Dates in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids is the smallest big city in the Midwest and that means that there is always something going on every weekend and Valentine’s Day weekend is no exception. Whether it is entertainment, adventure, or something different you are looking for, Grand Rapids offers the perfect Valentine’s weekend date night. For the Theater Lover: Grand…
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