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West Michigan Real Estate Blog

We’re a resource for local homeowners and investors who have questions about traditional and non-traditional real estate transactions. Whether you’re trying to avoid foreclosure or you’re wondering what to do with an inherited property you don’t want, you’ll find the answers you need in these articles.

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Mindy

I worked remote with Adam on selling my Mom’s house. Hometown Development offered unique benefits that were very helpful to my Mom. Adam was always responsive, honest, professional, helpful and

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Angela Pena

Thank you Hometown Development! Will, Jason and the team were a Godsend and provided the key to a new beginning for our family. From the beginning of the process to

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David Bliss

Adam from Hometown made the entire process fast and easy. We would recommend anyone to contact them if in need of a quick process and sale. Can’t wait to see

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Danielle Geldersma

I couldn’t have been happier doing business with Hometown. From the first call I made to the close on my house Will was the best to work with. Everyone with

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How to Sell Rental Property With or Without Tenants

If you have a rental property to get off your hands, it can be complicated to sell quickly. The sale process can seem even more complex if you still have tenants occupying some or all of the ...

How to Sell a House by Owner: A Step-by-Step Guide

Selling a house by owner is a very attractive option for many homeowners. Some of the benefits include the flexibility to sell on your own terms and timeline, the ability to fix what you want — ...

How Do I Stop a Property Tax Foreclosure?

Property tax foreclosure is a complicated situation to be in. Once the foreclosure process has begun, it can seem like there’s no way to get ahead of it. Fortunately, you can stop property tax ...

10 Things to Know About Moving to Grand Rapids, MI.

If you’re moving to Grand Rapids, MI you may be new to West Michigan or the state, and not know what makes this place so special. Here are 10 things you should know when you’re moving to Grand ...

How to Handle Selling A House and Buying In Another State

If you’re relocating to a different state, whether for work, family, or just a new start, you probably want to sell your home for at least two reasons: To cover the costs of ...

5 Ways to Invest in Real Estate without Buying Property

Investing in real estate is a great way to diversify your portfolio and expand your income sources. However, not everyone is interested in buying and flipping houses to rent out, or maintaining ...

Selling the Family Home: How to Let Go of Your Family Home

The house where we grew up is important in our formative years and is the backdrop of many of our youthful memories. However, there comes a time when we have to say goodbye and part ways with ...

Can I Sell My House If I Have a Mortgage?

When you sell a house with a mortgage, the buyer’s funds should cover the rest of your loan, with a bit left over in profit for you. But, if your asking price is lower than what’s left on your ...

5 of the Best Grand Rapids Neighborhoods for Families

As one of the fastest-growing regions of Michigan, the Greater Grand Rapids area has become a popular spot for young people and families. This area offers the opportunity to raise children in a ...

Selling a House Long Distance? 5 Key Things to Know

Whether you’ve just relocated for a new job, inherited a house in another town, or have found yourself needing to get rid of a house you’ve moved away from, you may need to sell a house long ...

What Not to Fix When Selling A House

Selling a home can feel like a huge task, and the process of getting there can be complicated, time-consuming, and pricey. Before listing your home on the real estate market, you may have a ...

I’m Stuck with a House I Can’t Sell. What to Do?

If your local Michigan housing market isn’t working in your favor, you might find yourself sitting on a house with a for-sale sign in the front yard you can’t move. If you’re stuck with a ...

5 Tips to Selling Your Home Without a Realtor

If you don’t want to go through the process of working with a real estate agent, you can try selling your home without a realtor. The advantages of this option are that you won’t need to pay a ...

5 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate Remodels

Real estate investing can provide a lucrative and steady income over time. Investing in remodeled homes is a unique sector of the real estate market, which has distinct advantages. Let’s take a ...

What to Know About Buying in West Michigan’s Competitive Housing Market

If you’re buying in a competitive market, you’re familiar with the experience of seeing a sign or listing go up on an available home, and almost as quickly, the house is already pending or sold. ...

My Home Has a Cracked Foundation. Can I Still Sell It?

If your home has a cracked foundation or needs other major repairs, it can be difficult to attract a buyer willing to take on extensive home repair projects. However, it is still possible to sell ...

Selling to a Home Investor? Here’s What to Look For

If you are considering selling to a home investor, you need an investor you trust who will not only live up to their word when it’s time to buy your home, but will also give you peace of mind ...

What is a Short Sale, and How Long Does it Take?

If you’re struggling to keep up with mortgage payments and are looking for a way out of debt, or you need to move out of your mortgaged home for a job or change in status, a short sale could be a ...

What to Expect When Selling Your Home As-Is

If you’re considering selling your home, you may be looking for an option that will complete a sale quickly and efficiently, with minimal stress or manual labor. With an as-is sale, you can ...

Behind on Mortgage Payments? Here’s What You Can Do

I’m behind on mortgage payments. What can I do? Getting behind on mortgage payments can be a slippery slope, and the longer you ignore the problem, the more dangerous it becomes. It can feel ...

Why Now is the Time to Invest in West Michigan Real Estate

If you’re looking for new opportunities to invest in real estate, West Michigan has some of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the country. Michigan is already on many investors’ radar ...

What to Know About Michigan Property Tax Foreclosure

Foreclosure is a scary word. What does it mean? What can be done to stop it? Here’s everything you need to know about Michigan Property Tax Foreclosure. What does property tax foreclosure ...

How Long Does an As-Is Home Sale Take?

If you want to sell a home quickly for whatever reason, be it divorce, death of a family member, or foreclosure, you may have heard that selling for cash, as-is is the fastest way to do that. But ...

Can I Sell A House that Needs Repairs?

It’s a tough situation: you need to sell your house, but it’s not in good shape. Maybe you haven’t been able to keep up on repairs ...

I Need to Sell My Home Fast — What Are My Options?

There are many reasons you may want to sell your house quickly. Whether you’re facing foreclosure, getting divorced, are moving ...

5 Signs You Can Trust A Cash Offer For Your Home

Selling a Michigan house for cash isn’t the traditional or typical route, so naturally, people are concerned about the risks. After all, when you do a traditional home sale, you don’t have to vet ...

Can I Sell A Home In Pre-Foreclosure?

Foreclosure is a scary word, especially if crushing mortgage payments after an accident, illness, divorce, or another tragedy have rocked you and left your finances unstable. If you’re worried ...

Buying a Remodeled Home vs. Building New

When you’re looking to move, the first question is always do you buy a home or do you build one? While there are benefits to both, you might find that buying a remodeled home rather than ...

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