West Michigan doesn't announce itself. It doesn't have the name recognition of Chicago or the skyline of Detroit. What it has is something harder to manufacture and impossible to fake — a genuinely exceptional quality of life built around one of the most beautiful stretches of freshwater shoreline in the world, a thriving economy, and a culture of community that people who move here consistently describe as the thing they never expected and can't imagine leaving.

If you're considering relocating to West Michigan, this guide gives you an honest, ground-level perspective on what the region actually looks like to live in — the communities, the real estate market, the lifestyle, and how to figure out which corner of this place is the right fit for your…

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Thinking of buying or selling your home in West Michigan? Watch this first.

Choosing the right West Michigan realtor to help you through the home buying or selling process is important. And it isn’t just about getting the best deal.

How to Choose the Best West Michigan Realtor

Here are some tips to help you find the best realtor for your needs:


Research and gather recommendations: Start by conducting thorough research and seeking recommendations from friends, family, and colleagues who have recently bought or sold properties. Personal referrals can often provide valuable insights.


Check qualifications and credentials: Look for realtors who are licensed, experienced, and have a good reputation in the industry. You can verify their…

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It is spring, and the time when the local real estate market in Holland, Zeeland, and surrounding West Michigan communities begins to heat up.

Wondering how the local West Michigan Housing Market is doing? View my short video, or contact me now to talk about it personally.


We've had a lot of people reaching out to us, wanting to know where the current market is headed here in West Michigan. Should we be buying now? Should we be selling our home? I want to address these questions and concerns. Please reach out to me, I'm happy to talk with you personally about the current real estate marketing in West Michigan.

Are home prices dropping in Michigan?

I’ve also been getting some concern and questions about the current local West…

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One of my favorite companies in the area is Sligh Closet & Glass.  This Holland based company offers some of the best closet organizing systems & bathroom upgrades in the entire state, and their work is often found in the top parade homes in West Michigan.  For Free consultations contact Jordan Sligh #616-403-9220.

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WASHINGTON — U.S. home prices rose in January after three months of declines with Michigan having one of the largest gains. A tight supply of homes might have helped boost prices and offset sales slowed by cold weather.

The five states with the biggest price gains in January, compared with a year earlier, were Nevada, where prices rose 22.2%; California, 20.3%; Oregon, 14.3%; Michigan, 13.7%; and Georgia, 13.4%. Mississippi was the only state to report a price decline.

Real estate data provider CoreLogic says prices rose 0.9% in January after dipping 0.1% in December. Over the past 12 months, home prices have risen 12%, the biggest year-over-year gain in more than eight years.

CoreLogic’s price figures aren’t adjusted for seasonal patterns, such…

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I recently created a google + page for my real estate Team.  Take a look at it here: Holland MIchigan Real Estate

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No matter how you look at it, making the move to purchase a piece of West Michigan real estate as a vacation property is a big decision. You will have to think long and hard about whether or not you will be able to use the property enough to justify the expense. Also, there are things like maintenance and other chores that come along with owning a vacation property away from your full-time home. However, there are also many benefits that might convince you to make the plunge and buy a piece of vacation real estate for your own. The following three reasons can all play a part in deciding when the right time is to act.

Possibility of Rental Income

While you are likely buying the vacation getaway for the use of you and your family, it is possible to rent…

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  The # of luxury homes available in Southwest Michigan is up 6% this year compared to the same time last year.  In the graph above a luxury home is classified as any home listed above $500,000. In July of 2013 West Michigan topped off at 150 luxury homes currently on the market and based on last years results after February we will see a gradual incline of new Luxury Home Listings.  Over the last year there have been nearly 75 luxury home sale.  Many of these luxury homes are located on or near Lake Michigan.  Where we see the most activity is in the months of July, August and September and that likely will continue into 2014.   The chart below shows some interesting information about the Luxury home Market.  The Bar graphs show the…

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