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Use a Pro to Get Your Home Ready to Sell
There are always things to do in order to get your home ready to put on the market. Some are large ticket items, some small, and some may not be necessary at all. It takes a pair of skilled eyes to help you separate the must-do from the don’t-bother. An experienced, savvy real estate agent…
Read MoreIs There a Perfect Time to Sell Your Home?
Deciding when to sell your home depends on a number of factors, but the biggest one is need. We know you are always looking for a deal and wanting to make the most profit on your home possible, but most times need outweighs timing. Even if the market timing doesn’t seem perfect, we can still…
Read MoreOutdoor Living Made Easy with Emerald Landscapes
Your yard is full of potential! If you are looking to expand your living space, why not look outdoors? Michigan has some of the most beautiful weather in the spring, summer, and fall! Make your yard a place you want to be and enjoy. Your own oasis to relax and have friends come and hang…
Read MoreMake Your House Shine for a Home Showing
You’ve had photos taken, your home has been listed, and now it is time for your first showing (or open house)! What should you do to prepare? Below are a few things you can do to make sure your home has a great first impression! Clean up! Make sure all areas of your home are…
Read MoreWhitecaps Client Appreciation Party Recap 2021
Wow! After two years away from the stadium it felt good to be back! It was an incredibly hot day but also a really good day seeing clients and friends! The Miller Lite Deck provided an amazing bird’s-eye view of the game and some much needed shade! We added a photo booth which was a…
Read More8 Splash Pads and Pools to Stay Cool in Grand Rapids
Looking for some ways to beat the heat this summer? Check out these fun Splash Pads and Pools in Grand Rapids! Splash Pads Splash pads are very popular especially with young kids! They usually have a variety of water features from small fountains from the ground to dumping buckets. This gives kids a variety of…
Read MoreEasy Curb Appeal Tips for Your Home
It’s summer and that means we’re spending a lot of time outside and working to make sure the front of our houses are looking good! Here are some curb appeal tips for keeping your house looking its best! Clean it up! From trimming overgrown bushes and low hanging branches to sweeping your front step, just…
Read MoreThinking about Buying a Vacation Home?
If you are dreaming about owning a vacation home, you are not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has a huge percentage of the population working remotely, and for many, that will likely not change anytime soon. That fact, combined with low interest rates, has people yearning for a second home in a lovely place where they…
Read MoreBenefits of Building a New Home
There’s nothing like building your own home to realize your dreams of finding the perfect living space. It might take longer than buying a resale, but many people find it is worth the wait. Here are some discussion points to review with contractors in your area. Avoid the bidding war This is a wild time…
Read MoreParade of Homes 2021-Design Trends
It’s Parade of Homes season! We made our way out to look at 5 houses in the Ada/Lowell area on opening day to see what was on trend for home design this year. All of the homes we saw were by different builders, in different price ranges, and all different styles. We had a great…
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