Buying Your First Home in Grand Rapids: What You Should Know
Buying your first home in Grand Rapids? Start with pre-approval, neighborhood selection, and understanding the process, then let’s go find that house.
Author: Mike Smallegan
Mike Smallegan is a Grand Rapids-based Realtor and team leader who has helped more than 1,500 families and investors buy and sell homes across West Michigan. With deep local knowledge and a passion for community, he shares insights on neighborhoods, history, and the real estate market to help buyers and sellers make confident decisions.
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Learn about the Shrine of Our Lady War Dead Memorial at Aquinas College and its quiet influence on the character and home values of nearby…
Grand Rapids History: Central Reformed Church Since 1918
Central Reformed Church has been a Grand Rapids landmark since 1918. Its Georgian architecture, rich history, and community presence make it more than a place…
Brazilian Steakhouse Opening This September at Woodland Mall
A Texas-founded Brazilian steakhouse will open its first West Michigan location this September inside Woodland Mall.Texas de Brazil, known for its traditional churrasco dining, will…