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  Michigan Non-QM Loans: Home Mortgages for Non-Traditional Income

  July 28, 2026

  At a Glance Non-QM loans provide flexible mortgage solutions for borrowers with non-traditional income. Programs include Bank Statement Loans, DSCR Loans, Asset Depletion Loans, and financing for Foreign Nationals and ITIN borrowers. Non-QM mortgages are designed for qualified borrowers who don’t fit conventional lending guidelines—not borrowers with poor credit. Treadstone Funding + Neighborhood Loans offers […]

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  Can You Buy a House at 20? Here’s How One Michigan Homebuyer Made It Happen

  July 20, 2026

  At a Glance: How one 20-year-old became a homeowner by purchasing a duplex What “house hacking” is and how it works Why buying a multifamily home can make homeownership more affordable How Treadstone Funding + Neighborhood Loans can help you explore your option   Buying a Home Doesn’t Always Look the Way You’d Expect Many […]

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  Best Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Grand Rapids

  February 4, 2025

  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 […]

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  Conventional Home Limits for 2026

  January 19, 2025

  Understanding your mortgage goes beyond calculating your payment and reviewing the terms of your loan. Monthly payments and interest rates aside, the first step is understanding what kind of loan you’ll need to secure for the specific home you want to purchase. If you are seeking a conventional or conforming loan, you will have 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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  Why Waiting to Buy Could Cost You

  December 8, 2021

  Note: This article was published in 2021. For updated information and tools, visit our Cost of Waiting page.   Since March 2020, the housing market has changed considerably. Buyer demand coupled with low inventory drove up competition and home values, ushering in questions regarding the stability of the market. As we approach 2022, the reality […]

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  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 […]

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  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 […]

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  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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  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 […]