5 Down Payment Assistance Programs In Michigan You Should Know About

5 Down Payment Assistance Programs in Michigan You Should Know About So, you’ve found the perfect house, you’re dreaming of how to decorate it, but there’s just one tiny little thing standing in your way—your down payment. Don’t panic! Michigan has some awesome down payment assistance programs that could be the key to unlocking that […]

Do you need help paying for home repairs?

Do you need help paying for home repairs? Keeping up on and affording home maintenance and repairs can be a challenge and get really expensive really fast, but several non-profits in the Grand Rapids Metro area are working tirelessly to provide opportunities for low to moderate income families. In this post, we highlight three organizations […]

The Hard Truths About Downsizing Your House

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The hard truths about downsizing As you can see from the title, we want to talk about the difficult parts of downsizing so you are prepared ahead of time. This may seem like a non-issue to some, but trust us, you’ll want to think some of these things through beforehand. So, let’s talk about downsizing […]

How to Sell a House While in Distress

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How to sell a house while in distress If you’ve decided to sell your house for a reason that may not be ideal, we are here to help. Selling while in distress is something we are not strangers to. This may include selling while getting a divorce or selling a house for a loved one […]

4 Local Non-Profits Doing Affordable Housing Right Now

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4 Local Non-Profits Doing Affordable Housing Right Now Finding affordable housing can be a challenge, but several non-profits in the Grand Rapids Metro area are working tirelessly to provide opportunities for low to moderate income families. In this post, we highlight four organizations offering homes for sale, two of which use a Community Land Trust […]

What To Expect When Buying An Estate Property

Navigating the Emotional Maze: What to Expect When Buying an Estate Property Picture this: you’ve found a charming old house with all the character and good bones to be your dream home. But then the agent tells you —this property is part of an estate sale. There’s potential around every corner but also a few common obstacles […]

How To Sell Mom’s House Now

How to sell mom’s house ORIGINAL POST FROM THE LOCAL ELEMENT Losing a parent is one of life’s most challenging experiences. As you are walking through the natural stages of grief, there’s also the need to address estate-related issues. One of those bigger tasks is often selling a home. We’ve been on this journey with […]