If you’re thinking about selling your home, you’ve probably heard this advice before: “Let’s price it a little high so we have room to negotiate.” Sounds logical, right?In reality, that extra “room” usually costs you time, money,  and momentum. 💸 The Garage Sale Effect It’s kind of like marking your garage sale at retail prices—no one’s buying, but your mom will still tell you it’s “such a nice setup, honey.” Buyers today are savvy. They’ve seen every comparable home in thei

“A Little Chill in the Air—and in the Market” As fall settles over East Grand Rapids, the crisp air and changing leaves aren’t the only signs of the season—our local housing market is cooling, too. But before you imagine spooky headlines about plunging prices or vanishing buyers, take heart: this slowdown is right on schedule. Every year, as families settle into school routines and the holidays approach, the pace of home sales naturally eases. And this October is no exception

Every year, people around Grand Rapids hit pause and say, “We’ll wait until spring.” It sounds smart—kind of like saying you’ll start...

The Kent County housing market keeps moving, and August gave us three clear takeaways you’ll want to know about if you’re thinking of...

When it comes to finding the perfect home, location is everything — and at 12087 Pine Meadows Drive in Wayland, Michigan , you won’t...