Want to Get Settled Before Christmas?
Be Under Contract by Mid-November
 
 

Life begins to accelerate in the 4th quarter, doesn't it? School is underway again and before you know it, the holidays are right around the corner. Soon it will be time to tuck away the landscaping, plan for family gatherings and start Christmas shopping.

Buyers and sellers, if you want to move before Christmas, aim to be under contract on a home by mid-November. Lenders need 25-40 days to process, and possession always isn't at closing. 

Call us if you need to be moved before the holidays. We'll do our level best to make it happen! 
Contact us at 575-0140 or 437-0209 to book a pre-listing consultation. We'll help you get your home ready for market and project your closing costs and net proceeds.


Bob & Lisa Novosad
616-575-0140

Grand Rapids Among 10 Big Cities 
with 
the Fastest Growing Economies


Some large metropolitan regions are adding to their workforces faster than others. To find out which are growing their economies at the swiftest clip, we looked to  an analysis  from Headlight Data, based on information published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). For a look at the top-10 metro areas whose economies are moving in the right direction quickly, check out the link below, complete with some numbers on employment increases and the state of the labor forces.

Cost vs. Value: 
How to Get the Highest Return 
on Home Improvement Projects


With the many different projects reported annually in Remodeling Magazine's Cost  vs. Value Report, not much has changed from last year...and that's not a bad thing. Why the little change? Simply put: the differences in underlying numbers was minimal year-to-year. Curb appeal projects like changes to doors, windows and siding garnered a higher ROI than work done inside the home. Replacement projects, like doors or windows, scored higher among real estate pros than did remodels.

Four Things Realtors Wish Their Sellers Knew


Agents don't want to hurt their clients' feelings. But undoubtedly there are a few things that pop up in the course of transactions that they wish sellers already knew, so that they could avoid having some awkward conversations with them. Real estate pros chime in at realtor.com® with some of the top things they wish sellers knew about selling a home.




Last Weekend for ArtPrize

 

ArtPrize returned for its ninth year to Grand Rapids ending on October 8, 2017. With 180 venues, 1,349 entries, and artists from 41 states and 47 countries, visitors can look forward to seeing an abundance of fascinating artwork and participating in plenty of compelling discussions.  If you've been to ArtPrize before, you may feel like you know what to expect. You'll see innovative pieces, you'll find art on bridges and in the water, you'll be surprised by what you like and what engages you, and you'll vote for your favorites. But ArtPrize, the world's largest annual public art event, is never static. There are several changes and enhancements you can look forward to this year, starting with the voting process.




Our Featured Property
4545 Loggers Run Dr NE Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Nature's paradise in this beautiful custom-built home on 1.2 wooded acres tucked away in one of Northview's most desirable neighborhoods. Ideal floorplan for entertaining and family living featuring an updated kitchen & eating area with heated tile floors, natural maple cabinets and center island. 2-story great room with dual sided fireplace & wall of windows overlooks the sprawling backyard with gorgeous wooded views. Den/office with pocket & French doors. Laundry, mudroom and ½ bath conveniently located off garage. Main floor master suite with trey ceiling and more wooded views. Stairs just off master for a quick flight to 3 upper bedrooms, full bath and loft/study nook. Finished walkout level with large rec room, another full bath, an abundance of storage plus room for a 5th  bedroom or exercise room. Enjoy birdwatching and wildlife off your new cedar deck and stone patio with walkway overlooking the professionally landscaped backyard.



What to Do This Weekend

We are a proud member of HelloWestMichigan, offering residential relocation services. This organization
serves as an advocate for talent and provides downstream support to transferees, as well as their families, as they settle into their new lives in West Michigan.  Be sure to check out our HWM profile  and let anyone who is looking to move to the area know about all the resources available on this website.

Thanks for letting us share these market updates with you. We look forward to maintaining your trust and confidence in our team and earning your future referrals.