Buyers
House to Home Series – Mike and Jessica Playlist
Welcome to our House to Home Series! We are excited about this new series! We are going to spotlight actual buyers on their journey through the process of finding their dream home! Actual homes, actual buyers, actual dreams coming true! In the episodes below, watch Mike and Jessica tour homes and pick out their first…
Read MoreWhat Retirees Need to Know about Buying a Vacation Home
Many retirees decide to purchase a vacation home as their ideal place to rest and relax. A second home can be a gathering place for friends and family, and a supplement to your retirement income via future renting potential. Plus, any mortgage interest you pay is tax deductible as long as it’s a personal residence,…
Read MoreHidden Costs of Buying a Home
You’ve saved and planned and you are finally ready to buy your first home or move up to a larger one. It’s fairly easy to figure out how large a mortgage you can fit into your budget. Your real estate agent has tables and formulas that can determine the percentage of your income that’s reasonable…
Read MoreWhat is a Zillow Zestimate?
Have you ever looked at Zillow and saw a Zestimate for your house? Wondering what it is and how accurate it could be? Jay breaks it down and offers advice on getting an accurate estimate for your home.
Read MoreAre Zillow’s Zestimates Accurate?
Have you ever looked at Zillow and saw a Zestimate for your house? Many people quickly view these Zestimates and believe that their home is worth that price, when the truth is different. Zestimates are a quick and dirty estimate of your home’s value based on other homes in the area, value history, and other…
Read MoreDefining the Relationship – Buyers Agency
Just getting started in the home buying process? Let’s define the relationship! Mark gives an overview of what the first step looks like when working with our team to find your next home. Exclusive Buyer Agency Contract – Short Form (version 1)
Read MoreHow to sell and buy a home at the same time
The Deering Team explains how you go about buying and selling a home at the same time. There are options! Some are risky, some are not. We are happy to look at your situation and give you expert advice on what you should do. Contact us today for a phone or in person consultation! Video…
Read MoreDebunking Mortgage Myths
Almost all adults in this country believe that home ownership is an important part of the American dream and that it increases financial stability. But many Americans think that owning a home is out of their reach. In truth, many perceived obstacles are simply misconceptions about what is required to purchase a home. After reviewing…
Read MoreHomeownership Benefits Aren’t Just Financial
Your home is more than just a roof over your head. Home-ownership has long been a big part of the American Dream. A great majority of people in this country believe that owning their own home is either essential or important to achieving a feeling of success and prosperity. Of course, there are many financial…
Read MoreNew Medical Mile Apartments Open!
New Medical Mile Apartments Open! A brand new 50+ million dollar building has been completed and apartments are open for lease! This new building is located downtown Grand Rapids in a great up and coming area to attract students and young professionals to the area. Sounds great right? They have units for lease, 1 bed,…
Read More