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4 Reasons to Avoid Breaking the Bank As You Buy a House in Grand Rapids

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 15:34:22 +0000

It is very tempting to go ‘all in’ on a house you love, and stretch your budget to its breaking point. When you find a house that is the right size, in a great neighborhood, with fantastic bonus features, logic can fly out the window. This is especially challenging when you’ve been trying to buy a

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How to Make a Competitive House Offer in a Hot Market (Like Grand Rapids) Without Losing Your Shirt

Thu, 26 May 2016 14:40:33 +0000

Many home buyers are starting to get stressed about the market. We’re straddling the thin line between spring and summer, and houses are moving fast in Grand Rapids. If you’re looking to buy now, how can you compete in the middle of a hot market? Generally, sellers are looking for a combination of three things: The

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5 Money Saving Tips (So You Can Upgrade Your Home)

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 19:43:49 +0000

Many of us would like to upgrade our home. Whether that means moving to a nicer apartment, becoming a first-time homeowner, or adding an extra bedroom above the garage, having extra cash really helps. But how do you get there? Reducing your expenses and increasing your savings is a lot easier said than done. How can you

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8 Key Steps to Closing on a House in Grand Rapids

Thu, 07 Apr 2016 18:56:22 +0000

You’ve searched high and low, and finally found a great house in your price range. Congratulations! We’ve talked previously about how to prepare yourself for negotiations (so you don’t get bullied). But what happens once you agree on a sale price? Unfortunately, the journey isn’t over. Here’s a quick breakdown of the steps you’ll walk through from

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3 Services You Should Shop Around For When Buying a House

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:43:30 +0000

Buying a house can be overwhelming. There are dozens of essential steps, and you will have to hire multiple professionals to complete the process. With all of the details involved, it’s very easy to throw your hands in the air, and just accept whoever your Realtor (or your uncle Bob) recommends. However, you can lose

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4 Ways to Stay Sane During the House Buying Process in Grand Rapids

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 17:04:11 +0000

Buying a house in Grand Rapids is stressful. It starts with the looong search for the perfect house. Then, you have the back and forth of price negotiations. You have inspections and water reports. The mortgage company asks for about 1,000 documents. Everyone needs to coordinate with the title company. Etcetera, etcetera. Does it ever end? How

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5 Negotiation Tips (to Avoid Getting Bullied) when Buying or Selling a House in Grand Rapids

Tue, 19 Jan 2016 17:07:22 +0000

If you’re getting ready to buy or sell a house, it’s easy to get stressed about the upcoming price negotiations. How do you handle offers? Counter-offers? Requests for repairs? It can seem pretty daunting. However, the negotiations don’t have to be stressful. After all, both parties ultimately want a successful sale! While entire books have

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5 Key Preparations for First Time Home Buyers in Grand Rapids

Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:15:04 +0000

Happy New Year! We hope this is a great time for you, and wonderful things happen for you and your loved ones. If you’re hoping to buy your first home in West Michigan in the coming months, this may be an especially exciting year. But what is the best way to prepare for your new home purchase? If

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5 Things to Remember BEFORE Buying Your First House in Grand Rapids

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 10:10:46 +0000

You’re ready for the jump! You’ve thought, you’ve planned, and you’re going to buy your first house in Grand Rapids, MI. Or maybe in Kalamazoo, or Kentwood, or Hastings, but you get the idea. It’s go time! This is a very exciting journey. However, there are a few important things to remember as you start your

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