Difference Between Mortgage Insurance (PMI & MIP) & Home Insurance

October 27, 2021

For new homeowners navigating the home buying process, there are so many new terms that can be confusing. One of the most confusing things clients encounter are the different types of mortgage and home-related insurance – private mortgage insurance (PMI), mortgage insurance premium (MIP), mortgage protection insurance, and homeowners insurance. With similar monikers, no wonder […]

October Realtor of the Month – Ben Otis

October 21, 2021

Congratulations to our October Realtor of the month, Benjamin Otis with Weichert Realty! With two decades of experience in real estate, Ben Otis is committed to guiding his clients through the home search process seamlessly with top notch service. Ben prides himself on his expertise of the market, and one of his favorite parts of […]

Treadstone Mortgage: Crypto-Friendly Lender in Grand Rapids

September 30, 2021

Cryptocurrency has been all the rage, and it has taken the market by storm over the last year. While there is speculation surrounding it, roughly 60 million Americans own some form of crypto and an increasing number of major institutions are choosing to accept it. Entire countries have even declared it their national currency. Although […]

September Realtor of the Month — Kellie Scheidel

September 28, 2021

Congratulations to our September Realtor of the Month – Kellie Scheidel with Greenridge Properties! With a background in professional sales, Kellie loves the art of the deal and being able to help her clients get the job done. Kellie was driven to real estate by her love of meeting new people, and she takes pride […]

Updater: All Your Moving Needs in One Place

August 25, 2021

Moving can be one of life’s most stressful events and entails much more than just the physical act of moving. It’s the little things that make your new home livable that can easily be overlooked in the craziness of a move – especially for a new homeowner who may not have experience with all the […]

July Realtor of the Month — Darren DeFever

July 14, 2021

Congratulations to our July Realtor of the Month, Darren DeFever with Fifth Floor Realty! To Darren, being a Realtor is about more than buying and selling homes. Real estate is about community, and he loves being able to help his clients invest in their futures through homeownership. Before pursuing a career in Real Estate, Darren […]

June Realtor of the Month — Vickie Kochans

June 7, 2021

Congratulations to our June Realtor of the month, Vickie Kochans, owner of Revivify Properties! Since beginning her real estate journey over 20 years ago, Vickie Kochans has developed extensive market knowledge and a love of all things real estate. Whether helping clients find the perfect neighborhood to call home, staging homes or supporting local businesses, […]

How to Spend your Stimulus Check Wisely

April 22, 2021

President Biden’s first major piece of legislation, the American Rescue Plan, passed through Congress ushering in the third round of economic relief and stimulus checks. Aimed at stimulating the economy and helping those facing financial hardship, this round included $1,400 checks to millions of Americans and additional payments for people with children. For some, the […]

Renting A Home or Apartment in Michigan

February 19, 2021

Renting can be a great step towards becoming a homeowner. It can teach you how to manage bills and give you some breathing room to save money for a down payment – renting can also give you the opportunity to live in an area before committing to purchasing a home there. However, depending on where […]

Non-Warrantable Vs. Warrantable Condos

July 31, 2020

Is buying a condo right for you? Condominiums, or condos, can be great alternatives to detached homes. City dwellers, singles, couples, seniors, and many others may find condos that suit their needs and budgets. Others may simply prefer low-maintenance living. Buyers who feel “priced out” of homes may discover condos offer an affordable homeownership alternative. […]

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