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2017 Whitecaps Client Appreciation Night
Prizes/Drawings – The big night is almost here and we have plenty of entertainment planned for the evening! Make sure to take a lot of pictures of the fun! Post them on Facebook/Instagram and tag them #teamremax – everybody that uses that hashtag will be entered into a drawing to win 4 free tickets to a…
Read MoreIdeas for Springtime Fun in West Michigan
Are you looking for some springtime fun in West Michigan? Here are a few fun ideas! The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum has an Amazing Dinosaurs exhibit now through June 25th. There are a lot of hands on activities for the kids (and adults)! Visit grcm.org to learn more! Movies in the Park! With earlier times…
Read MoreThe 2017 Spring Parade of Homes is Here!
Twice a year new home shoppers, dreamers, and those who just want to see what the newest trends are get to walk through beautiful new homes in the West Michigan. It’s the HBA Parade of Homes and the Spring 2017 edition is beginning later this month. This year’s Spring Parade will feature 72 homes created…
Read MoreHousing 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…
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