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Real Estate Market Update with Kevin Polakovich
We sat down with Kevin Polakovich from Treadstone to talk about current and future interest rates as well as when you should talk to a lender! We also delved into some personal updates and heard about his experience in completing the 75-Day Challenge! We plan on doing more updates with other vendors in the community…
Read MoreThanksgiving Rides and Runs 2019
We know that a lot of our clients love to be active and outdoors and with Thanksgiving coming up, we’ve rounded up some fun Thanksgiving related bike rides and runs in West Michigan! If you have some other events that you enjoy that we haven’t listed here, comment below! Want more outdoor related content? Visit…
Read MoreThe Value of Home Staging and Interior Design-Karen Wells
Buying a home is emotional. Buyers are looking for a space that makes them feel comfortable when they walk in and where they can see themselves living. When selling a home, we want to help you create that space so your home is highly marketable and sells for top dollar. This is why we offer…
Read MoreFall Parade of Homes Client Party 2019 Recap
We had a great time this past weekend at Parade of Homes with some past clients, close friends and family. This year we did things a little different than in the past. In the afternoon, we caravanned to 5 houses, each one put together by a different builder. It was cool to see their different…
Read MoreIs Cash Always King?
The old adage “cash is king” can certainly hold true when it comes to home buying. However, your investment might be safer and more productive if you take out a mortgage instead. You need to decide which way will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Paying Cash for Your Home Paying with cash…
Read MoreIs Your Dream Home in a Danger Zone?
When you are considering a specific house, one of the most important questions you will ask is if it’s in a safe neighborhood. This is especially crucial if you are moving from out-of-town or into an unfamiliar area of your city. Do the research to learn if the location is safe for kids to play…
Read MoreConsidering Condo Living
Condominiums can provide an affordable living experience with pleasant amenities and benefits. However, some people will tell you they love condo life and others wish they had chosen a house instead. If you are thinking about purchasing a condo, carefully evaluate what goes into owning one. By definition, a condominium is a shared property with…
Read MoreExpenses Beyond Your Mortgage
As the owner of a new home, you should be pleased that you have successfully negotiated all the financial requirements to close the deal and take possession of your new place. However, the down payment and mortgage are just the beginning of new financial demands. Owning a home has plenty of expenses that need careful…
Read MoreGrand Rapids Parade of Homes Tour
The Parade of Homes is a wonderful opportunity to view what some of the top builders in the Greater Grand Rapids area have to offer! As a team, we love to provide clients that are considering building a new home tickets to go through the Parade. If you are in the market for building a…
Read MoreFood Truck Vlogs-Bronson Park
Looking for a new lunchtime experience? Lunchtime Live at Kalamazoo’s Bronson Park may be just the ticket! Every Friday during the summer from 11am-1:30pm, Food Trucks line up in the park to help draw people out of their offices to enjoy the outdoors and build community in the area. There is live music and fun…
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