Spring is here, and West Michigan’s real estate market is heating up – but not in the way buyers might hope. To help buyers prepare, we spoke with Becky Sims at Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) about what they can expect in the current market. Becky shared that the region is experiencing a severe shortage … Read more
Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to get a fresh start on the new year than with the purchase of a brand new home? For first-time homebuyers, that may seem like a daunting task in the spring housing market. Thankfully, Stacy Vis, Sales Coordinator at Eastbrook Homes, joined the latest … Read more
The prospect of buying or building a new home can feel like a daunting task at the best times. Add in the high interest rates we see in the market today, and it might seem like an affordable home is completely out of reach. Fear not! At Eastbrook Homes, we’re experts at navigating the ebbs … Read more
When it comes to finding the ideal place to settle down, one crucial factor that has to be considered is the cost of living. While bustling cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago may hold considerable allure, the financial strain can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of … Read more
The real estate market has undergone a change or two since COVID first showed up in our news feed. From record sales all year round, to a bit of a slowdown after interest rates rose, and finally a general leveling out in the new year, a lot of people are wondering, “When should I start … Read more
The real estate market has undergone a change or two since COVID first showed up in our news feed. From record sales all year round, to a bit of a slowdown after interest rates rose, and finally a general leveling out in the new year, a lot of people are wondering, “When should I start … Read more
As the infamously busy West Michigan spring real estate season inches closer, the question on every potential homebuyer’s mind is, “What’s the housing market going to do?” The last two years produced record housing prices and the lowest interest rates mortgage experts saw in decades. This led to an unbalanced, wild housing market with significantly … Read more
Grand Rapids and Lansing, Michigan Remain 2022 Housing Market Leaders Grand Rapids and Lansing, Michigan continue to hold their place on the list of top 50 places to live in the US. With a hot job market, affordable homes, and a reasonable cost of living, it’s easy to see why both areas remain … Read more
How to Sell a Home Over the next month, we are presenting a series of posts on Getting Ready for the Spring Market. We will be covering topics such as Selling your Home, Staging your Home for a Quick Sale, House Hunting Preparation, and How to Win in a Hot Housing Market. We are starting … Read more
At Home Podcast with John Seville from Benchmark Mortgage – A Lender’s Perspective This week, we are talking with John Seville from Benchmark Mortgage, one of the lending partners who works with our new home builders to make their dream home into a reality. The Eastbrook Building Process is a little different from other … Read more
Tips for Saving Up Your Down Payment For many homebuyers, coming up with the down payment on a new home is the biggest hurdle. First-time owners may especially need assistance on finding ways to save the money needed to put a down payment on a new home whether they are in West Michigan, Greater … Read more
In 2021, Your Dream Home is Within Reach The New Year always brings the promise of new opportunities, new adventures, and new goals at home, work, or for your family. If your goals for the upcoming year include moving to a new home, then we’ve got some great news for you. Eastbrook Homes has three … Read more
