Housing Market Changes with the Seasons
Spring has sprung, which means the housing market is in full bloom. “For Sale” signs are sprouting up along with azaleas and dogwoods as buyers start to search for new homes. Each year, around 40 percent of real estate transactions occur between the months of May and August, with peak inventory times varying some depending…
Read MoreA Backup Offer Could Be Your Secret Weapon
If you are disappointed to find that someone else has already submitted a contract on your dream house, you may want to consider making a backup offer. The housing market has been tight everywhere in recent months, so discuss this option with your real estate agent if you really love the house. Backup offers don’t always work…
Read MoreA Seller’s “Love Letter”
Home inspections, sales history and a good school district are the kinds of things that tend to speak to a buyer’s head. A personal letter from you about your home can speak to the heart. A home sale is an emotional choice and a “love letter” about the features that have made your house a home…
Read MoreChoosing Between Two Perfect Houses
You’ve searched and searched, finding nothing that suits, when suddenly you’ve found not one, but two homes that would be perfect. What to do? First, remember that your housing market may demand that you come to a decision quickly. You don’t want your dream home to get away. Be prepared to make a prompt, reasonable…
Read More4 Reasons To Enjoy The Real Estate Ride With Us!
Don’t get us wrong – we have nothing but respect for those superhero owners/brokers who are out there on their own, going it alone in real estate. But we also believe there’s something to be said for realtors who are part of an ultra-connected network of other successful agents, all working toward the same ultimate…
Read MoreTalon Tramper | Mountain Bike Testimonial
Talon describes buying a home with The Mark Deering Real Estate Team! Mark Deering connects with West Michigan cycling enthusiasts with his passion for mountain, road, and snow biking. Mark has a cycling team named Team RE/MAX, and can be found at events all over the state of Michigan. If you are looking for real…
Read MoreThe Importance of a Home Inspection
An inspection of the physical condition of a house should be included as a condition of closing the sale. Your real estate agent will make arrangements for a professional inspector to look for defects in the roof, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, paint, windows, doors, and foundation. The inspector will also check for dry…
Read More$250 million home? I wouldn’t pay a penny over $249 million!
Recently, a extraordinarily luxurious and expensive home came on the market in Beverly Hills, CA. The photos and description have been making their rounds on the internet and let’s just say it is pretty sweet. It comes fully furnished with millions of dollars worth of cars, art and wine as well! Some of the most…
Read MoreBest of West Michigan: Indoor Winter Activities
There are many things to do in Grand Rapids this winter that are indoors. Whether it is -6 degrees or 50 degrees outside being inside at one of these fun places you won’t care what our crazy weather is doing! Here are some fun and exciting destinations to keep the kids active and busy, indoors!…
Read MoreHUGE ANNOUNCEMENT! Help us welcome Kevin Ahrens to the TEAM!
The Mark Deering Team is growing in 2017! We are excited to welcome Kevin Ahrens to the team. Kevin is a graduate of Grand Valley State University and has been doing some marketing and design work for the team over the last year or so. He now is now fully licensed and ready to help…
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