grand rapids mi real estate agent: Michigan Woos Movie Industry with Tax Breaks - 04/13/08 10:25 AM
The Los Angeles Times and Variety reported that the state of Michigan is offering 40% rebates
to movie studios to make their movies here now that Governor Granholm has signed pending
legislation into law this last week.
Governor Granholm said Michigan's program is designed to increase the number of productions
filmed
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Remodeling Cost vs Value ~ Returns on Home Improvements - 04/02/08 06:14 PM
Is it economically wise to make major home improvements in this market or just sell and move up?
In the past few years, the former was true, with the value of homes increasing every year, it was smart
to stay and make major home improvements. Now with home prices falling in
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Home Buyers: Avoid Paying too Much ~ Part Three of Ten - 04/02/08 04:43 PM
HOMEBUYERS: Avoid Paying Too Much for Your Next Home ~ Part Three
Homebuyers Series: Part One: Know what you are looking for before you start & Shop for
a Mortgage
Homebuyers Series: Part Two: Make sure your Realtor knows what you are looking for and Location,
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Frederick Meijer Gardens Planning 7.6 Million Major Renovation - 03/30/08 05:34 PM
A massive renovation project is planned for Frederick Meijers Gardens & Sculpture Park, one of The Most
Visited Sites in Michigan. Last year, over half a million people toured this West Michigan cultural attraction
in Grand Rapids. The Gardens are planning on spending 7.6 million dollars on additions and renovations.
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Do You Know What Your Real Estate Agent isn't Doing For You? - 03/30/08 04:19 PM
In Michigan, you soon will. Michigan Association of Realtors felt the consumer was being misled about
the duties they thought their real estate agent would do and what they actually agreed to with a
limited services contract.
Currently, The State of Michigan is in the process of passing a NEW LAW requiring
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids Michigan Ranks in Nation's Top 100 Hospitals - 03/26/08 09:56 PM
No one wants to get ill and end up in the hospital. But life happens. We get sick,
we get in accidents, we fall off ladders and break bones, we have babies. When this
happens it is very comforting to know you have an excellent hospital in your local area
that
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Are Foreclosures selling FASTER than Traditional Listings? - 03/15/08 07:21 AM
Are Foreclosures selling faster than traditional listings in your area?
I asked myself that question and then went to the Grand Rapids Michigan MLS statistics to see what kind of
answers I could find. As of Mid-March 20.59% of the listings on the MLS are Bank owned or short sale
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Foreclosures are not FUN, Be Prepared to Earn your Bargain - 03/14/08 03:04 PM
A Few Buying Tips on Foreclosed Properties:
Be Aware ~ Be Prepared ~ Use a Seasoned Buyer's Real Estate Agent
The recent downturn in the housing market means that there are more and more foreclosed
properties going up for sale, especially in areas which are economically depressed. Although
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Do you Know what Kim Zimmer & Johnny Benson Jr Have in Common ?? - 03/01/08 04:44 PM
No, I'm not suggesting Johnny Benson was featured on the Guiding Light or that Kim Zimmer drove in a Nascar Race. Both of these notable people claim Grand Rapids Michigan as their home town, along with the list below. There might be some surprises for those of you that keep track of celebrities.
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park ~ Children's Garden ~ Part Three - 03/01/08 01:05 PM
Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids Michigan has a very special Children's Garden. Admission is included with your daily or membership ticket. At over 5 acres, it is one of the largest Children's Gardens in the nation. This is a magical place for children of all ages, even the entrance is
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Yes, We Are Still Selling Real Estate in Grand Rapids Michigan - 02/16/08 11:08 AM
News Flash!! Real Estate in Grand Rapids Michigan is Still Selling
No matter how much negative news we hear, the fact is people still
have to sell their homes and move, whether it is a job transfer, a
new job in a different area of the city, retirement or
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Byron Center MI 49315 ~ 8719 Carlisle SW ~ Withdrawn - 12/29/07 06:50 PM
Would you like to live on a lake year round? Go fishing or just do a little paddle boating..... Maybe
you can see yourself soaking up the sunshine on your new deck overlooking the lake?
This new home may be just the place for you. New construction, finished in 2006,
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: MY MEME ~ Facts about My Life as a Child. - 12/29/07 06:27 PM
I guess the only way to talk about yourself is to start. Since Karen Webster asked for the facts here they are: #1) Early childhood memories of training and racing sled dogs are fond ones. I think of the fun and the lessons learned about responsibility that have served me well in our
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Home Buyers: Avoid Paying Too Much for Your Next Home Part One of Ten - 12/18/07 05:38 PM
A Simple Guide to Help Avoid Overpaying for Your Next Home
Simply put, PAYING TOO MUCH can jeopardize the integrity of your investment. Here's vital information to help you avoid overpaying for your home.
Whether you are a first time buyer or an old pro at the real estate game,
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Downtown Parks in Rockford Michigan ~ Part Two ~ Dam Overlook - 12/16/07 07:10 PM
Rockford Dam Overlook Park
Ideal for picnicking and watching fishermen catch steelhead,among other local fish, this park is truly the gem of
downtown Rockford. Squires Street adjacent has wonderful shopping all year round.
Beautifully renovated, the Rockford Dam is one of the highlights of Rockford and provides a spectacular view of
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: John Collins Park in East Grand Rapids on Reeds Lake - 12/16/07 06:47 PM
John Collins Park is at 650 Lakeside Drive and has 2.7 acres of land bordering scenic Reeds Lake.
John Collins Park is located between the GR Yacht Club and Rose's Restaurant near downtown East Grand
Rapids.
The park does have a public
boat launch accessing Reeds
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Caledonia Lakeside Park ~ Caledonia Michigan - 12/16/07 04:36 PM
Caledonia Lakeside Park near downtown Caledonia
Just minutes from the small town hub of Caledonia is Emmons Lake. A beautiful feature to the local area.
For your recreation, there is a ball park, picnic tables, and plenty of shoreline on the lake to launch a boat,
cast a line, or dangle
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Cascade Township Park ~ Acres of Recreation - 12/16/07 04:12 PM
Cascade Township Park is a 55 acre haven for recreation in Cascade Township.
Whether you are walking your dog,
watching or participating in a soft ball
game, playing tennis or just watching
your kids play on the play ground
equipment, Cascade Township Park is
the place to go.
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: 2473 Thorn Creek St SE Kentwood, Michigan 49512~ Withdrawn - 12/11/07 07:14 PM
Are you looking for an updated home where the seller has done all the work and you can sit on the deck and daydream? This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home might be just the ticket to putting your feet up and enjoying your leisure time in Kentwood. It has cathedral ceilings, new carpeting,
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grand rapids mi real estate agent: Grand Rapids Michigan ~ Withdrawn - 12/05/07 08:30 AM
Ready For A Home of Your Own? Tired of paying rent?
This two story home is located in convenient SE Grand Rapids. It has an open Living Room-Dining Room combination. Perfect for hosting those Holiday dinners with the relatives. French doors to Enclosed Front Porch adds charm to the total living
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