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  How and Why You Should Move to Michigan

  April 15, 2024

  From vast, rural landscapes to robust urban communities, Michigan offers a special something-for-everyone experience that can’t be replicated by any other state. Whether you’re drawn to the stunning shores of the Great Lakes, the bustling city life of Detroit, or the charm of its small towns, Michigan offers a diverse range of living experiences, making […]

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  Best Places to Watch March Madness Games in Grand Rapids

  March 7, 2023

  We sports fans know that March Madness will be upon us in no time! Watching the games at home is fine, but nothing beats the electrifying feeling of cheering on your team with a roomful of other fans. We’ve compiled a list of places that are perfect for doing just that, and you may be […]

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  Things to Do for St. Patrick’s Day in West Michigan 2023

  March 7, 2023

  You’re in luck if you’re spending St. Patrick’s Day in West Michigan! From downtown Grand Rapids to the lakeshore, there are endless opportunities for fun. Put on your green and join us at some of these incredible events! Looking for something that the whole family can do together for St. Patrick’s Day? Check out the Holland […]

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  How to Protect your Home During the Winter Months

  October 24, 2022

  The home buying process doesn’t exactly end at closing, it simply transitions into the home owning process! Depending on where you live and how extreme the winter season is, there are useful tips and tricks to help protect your biggest and newest investment—your home. West Michigan Buyers who purchase in the late fall are often […]

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  How to Improve Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home

  October 11, 2022

  Why is Your Credit Score Important for Mortgages? Lenders estimate your ability to pay back money borrowed based on your credit score. A high credit score can result in a lower interest rate and save you thousands of dollars in interest paid over the life of the loan. At a glance, credit scores measure your […]

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  Grand Rapids Welcomes Back ArtPrize 2021

  September 14, 2021

  After a three-year hiatus, the highly anticipated and beloved ArtPrize is returning to Grand Rapids! The art competition shifted from an annual to bi-annual schedule in 2018 and COVID-19 interrupted plans for the event in 2020. So, we are welcoming the festival back to the city for the first time since 2018. Here is everything […]

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  Restaurants That are Open on Mondays in Grand Rapids

  August 2, 2021

  Have you ever made dinner plans or had a lunch meeting on a Monday only to struggle to find restaurants that are open on Mondays in Grand Rapids? Us too! Sometimes, it can feel like nothing is open, but there are some – you just have to look a little harder. Which is exactly why […]

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  Look Good, Sound Good, the Art of a Successful Zoom Meeting

  July 20, 2020

  Look Good, Sound Good, the Art of a Successful Zoom Meeting: Find a Space to Settle in with Good Lighting. Good lighting is critical when setting up for a Zoom meeting because it allows the other party to see you clearly. To find flattering lighting, place your computer on a desk, table or side table, […]

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  How Lower Interest Rates Can Increase Purchase Power

  July 9, 2020

  With a limited inventory of affordably priced homes and a high demand, searching for a house can feel exhausting. Although the competition and dreaded multiple offer situation may make you want to put off purchasing a home until the market slows, 2020 is actually a great time to buy a home in Grand Rapids. Here’s […]

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  What Millennials Want in a Home

  June 19, 2020

  It’s official: Millennials have taken over the housing market. Despite previous trends implying that millennials are uninterested in owning homes, people born between 1981 and 1997 will account for more than half of all mortgages in 2020 according to a Realtor.com study. Rising rent prices and the luring investment potential of homeownership has translated into […]