Home Selling
Selling Your Home: 10 Ways To Make Your Bathroom Appear Larger Than It Really Is
When you are trying to sell your home, you want each room to make the best impression possible. Bathrooms in many of the older homes in and around Grand Rapids can be pretty tight. Between the actual square footage of most bathrooms and the general size of the many features needed in a bathroom, it…
Read MoreFall West Michigan Real Estate Market Update
It’s that time again in West Michigan—colorful leaves, pumpkins, and apple cider—and time to get out the jackets. Like the weather, the West Michigan real estate market has cooled down just a touch. According to Forbes, “Most experts do not expect a housing market crash in 2023 since many homeowners have built up significant…
Read MoreWhat NOT To Do if You Plan to Resell Your Home
When you finally move from renting to owning, the first thing you want to do is make changes that will make it your own. Unfortunately, there are some choices and changes you might be considering that could have a negative impact on your future resale. If it is your forever home, by all means, GO…
Read MoreThe Who, What, Why of Real Estate Comparables
Most of us have heard the term real estate “comps” (comparables), but many people aren’t really sure exactly what they are, why they are necessary, nor what the criteria are for determining them. Yet, they are an important tool for getting your home priced and sold, not to mention, they are important for buying your…
Read MoreReal Estate Agent VS. For Sale By Owner: What You Need to Know
Have you (however briefly) considered selling your home without the help of a real estate agent? No one blames you. After all, we all want to get the biggest return possible on our most valuable monetary asset. But, before you actually choose the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) route, it is important that you have…
Read MoreMoving is Stressful – Minimize it by Planning Your Move Step-by-Step
Seriously thinking about selling your home or have you already? Then, that dreaded task of moving is in your near future. For most, that is an anxiety-causing endeavor. But don’t worry or stress, by following these steps, you can break down an overwhelming task into bite-sized manageable pieces thereby lowering your overall stress. …
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 MoreBest 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 always a good thing, but what 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 MoreRelocation Guide – Part 3: Preparing, 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…
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