Posts by Beth Owen
Ideas & Resources for Drought Resistant, Sustainable Landscaping
Drought is a concern for many people in many parts of the country and frankly, the world. While Michigan is still one of the greener parts of the country, it too, is in the worst drought in recorded history. Whether you are trying to be better stewards of precious water resources, save some hard-earned…
Read MoreFeatured Agent – Eldon Palmer
When Buying or Selling Real Estate, Connection is Key: Connect with 616 REALTY’s Eldon Palmer When corporate America and L.A. weren’t all they were cracked up to be, and it didn’t make sense to have others take care of their children, Michigan native Eldon Palmer and his wife began searching for something different. He…
Read MoreThe 411 on Downsizing
Have you been considering downsizing? Maybe you are worn out and ready to retire… maybe you are tired of the upkeep of a large home… or maybe, you just want to put money in the bank for that lake home you have been dreaming about… Or perhaps, you have been… …noticing a huge spike…
Read MoreFeatured Agent – Courtney Clement
When Buying or Selling Your Home You Want and Need an All Star: Enter 616 REALTY’S Courtney Clement When embarking on one of the most important financial and emotional transactions of your life, buying or selling a home, it stands to reason that you want an all star on your team. That is exactly…
Read MoreBest And Most Lucrative Home Improvements
Best And Most Lucrative Home Improvements When you remodel, it can be tough to decide between what is trending and what will stand the test of time, and what will increase your home’s value and what is more of a want than a need. One thing for sure, making improvements to your home is…
Read MoreBuying or Selling Your Home Could Trigger Anxiety: Here’s How to Cope
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month. What better time to discuss how to cope with anxiety! For sure, buying or selling your home could be a trigger for most. Even the most mentally healthy individuals will likely experience some anxiety with such an important transaction. According to mental health researchers, more than ever before, more adults…
Read MoreHow much can you expect to spend on relocation costs?
Moving isn’t cheap, and it requires a lot of preparation. But, as they say, “you can do it!” With the help of 616 REALTY and with this relocation guide, you are halfway there. So, let’s cut to the chase. How much does it cost? Movers Of course, the greater the distance you…
Read MoreFeatured Admin – Beth Owen
616 REALTY’s Operations Manager Beth Owen: Quietly and Consistently Steering them to Success 616 REALTY is all about being real so naturally it starts with one of the first people you see when you walk in the office–Operations Manager Beth Owen. A 616 REALTY nine year veteran, Owen began her career with the brokerage…
Read MorePreparing, Selling, Buying
Where Will You Live? Deciding to relocate is a huge decision in itself, and finding a place to live once you get there is a whole other can of worms. As we said before, having a real estate agent in the city where you will be relocating will be essential to a smooth transition. If…
Read MoreNeighborhoods In and Around Grand Rapids
Moving to Michigan, more specifically in and around the Grand Rapids Metropolitan area, is a great decision, and no one can help you better with your transition than locally founded Broker, Scot Kellogg, and the real estate agents at 616 REALTY. Scot is a Grand Rapids native who not only knows the area and state…
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