Grand Rapids Holiday Guide

December 17, 2020

Still have Holiday shopping to finish? Look no further than Grand Rapids’ small businesses to find the perfect gifts for your holiday gifting. This time of year is usually the busiest time for many beloved Grand Rapids businesses, and while it may be convenient to shop online, supporting local has never been more important. Plus, […]

COVID-19 and the Rise of Home Improvements

December 7, 2020

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have been forced to spend more time at home—a lot more time at home. Our homes have become our gyms, our offices, our daycares, our movie theatres, and often, our classrooms. As what we need from our homes evolves, many Americans have become quite dissatisfied with […]

Cluttercore: The Scariest Home Design Trend That Makes Us Cringe

November 10, 2020

Move over minimalism—maximalism is here. While quarantine ushered in many trends and new design ideas, one of the most out there may just be “cluttercore” design style. Going against just about every organization principle we’ve been taught our whole lives, Gen Z has decided to spice things up with an intentionally cluttered aesthetic. This organized […]

Treadstone Webinars

October 28, 2020

For buyers, realtors, and anyone who wants to learn more about the real estate and mortgage industries, our collection of webinars give you an insider’s view.

9 Mask Friendly Halloween Costumes

October 19, 2020

Like just about everything else in 2020, Halloween is going to be a little different this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t sport your spookiest or funniest costumes—even with a mask! In many ways, a mask can make your costume easier by taking the fancy makeup out of the equation. Try to pick a […]

Housing Market Trends

October 14, 2020

The housing market is one of the few things that hasn’t been negatively impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. In fact, it’s booming. Many people are taking advantage of the historically low interest rates as an opportunity to upgrade, refinance, or purchase their first home, while others are moving in response to the pandemic in general. […]

Michigan: Important Dates and Voter Resources

October 14, 2020

Have you moved recently? One of the last things you may think about in the whirlwind process of buying a home and moving, is registering to vote or updating your address! Especially if you move to a new neighborhood or ward, you could be voting for local officials, school board members, and other officials to […]

A Tale of Two Cities

September 17, 2020

The median home value in the United States is approximately $250,000, and that figure continues to grow as the housing market booms. While housing costs vary depending on the market, there are many other factors that contribute to your standard and cost of living in the city where you live. Housing, education, taxes, grocery, transportation, […]

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, […]

TikTok & Its Algorithm

July 1, 2020

Despite what you might have heard, TikTok is not just for Gen Z. This trendy social media platform (which became super popular during the stay-home order) can provide some very useful promotion for your business. The big question we keep getting asked in regards to TikTok is really the same question we got 10 years […]