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Top 10 Best Brunch Spots in Grand Rapids
April 15, 2024
Serious question for you: don’t you just love a good brunch? If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, brunch is the most fun, especially in the vibrant culinary scene Grand Rapids has to offer! Whether you’re a local seeking a new favorite or a visitor taking on the city for the weekend, […]
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Top 10 Best Coffee Shops in Grand Rapids for Meeting Friends & Clients
March 25, 2024
Although Grand Rapids holds the title of, ‘Beer City USA’ the city also crafts some other exceptional drinks too, such as coffee. The coffee culture is grounded (ha, like our pun?) in community, modernization, and love for both the craft and the people. Grand Rapids’ passion for craft coffee is hard to beat. Whether you’re […]
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Shop Local: Grand Rapids Holiday Gift Guide 2023
November 27, 2023
In Grand Rapids, we are fortunate to have access to many small and locally owned businesses that help make the city such a great, vibrant place to live. There’s never a better time to support Grand Rapids’ many small businesses than the holiday season. With such an array of locally owned shops and stores in West […]
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Winter Activities and Events in Grand Rapids — What to Do This Weekend
November 8, 2023
With winter right around the corner, it can start to feel pretty dreary in West Michigan. But don’t fret—there’s no shortage of winter activities, events, and things to do in Grand Rapids! It can be a great time to try new things, support local businesses, and (if you feel up to it) getting outside! Winter […]
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2023 Fall Activities in Grand Rapids for Everyone
August 30, 2023
One of the best things about Michigan living is experiencing all the seasons. Unquestionably, Fall is one of the most beautiful, favored, and delicious times of year in West Michigan. Being surrounded by a rich agricultural scene and plenty of farmland means we have access to the most quintessential Fall activities in Grand Rapids without […]
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Our Favorite Patios & Roof Tops in Grand Rapids
April 20, 2023
After a long Winter we all could use a little fresh air and sunshine. Luckily, Summer is on its way and there isn’t much that can beat a delicious meal and a refreshing drink on a beautiful patio or rooftop— especially in Michigan! Most of us want to enjoy every minute of the pleasant weather, […]
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8 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Grand Rapids
February 9, 2023
Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is here again, and deciding how to spend the day can be difficult. Do you stick to flowers and chocolates, go to your favorite restaurant, or try something new? The day is about making a conscious effort to show your valentine you love them—and what better way to […]
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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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The Threat of Skimpflation & How Treadstone Does Things Differently
January 31, 2022
What is Skimpflation? While inflation has been at the center of discussion and news headlines, a more subtle phenomenon may be be even more frustrating to consumers. The unique economic situation with inflation driving up costs for both businesses and consumers, in tandem with the shortage of labor, has led to skimpflation. Recently defined and […]
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January Realtor of the Month – Jamie Barendsen
January 18, 2022
Congratulations to our January Realtor of the Month, Jamie Barendsen with AXIS Properties-Keller Williams Rivertown! After working in corporate marketing and advertising for over two decades, Jamie realized she wanted to use her skills and insights in a way that directly impacts the community. Her success working with clients in her previous career coupled with […]