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30 Mike is a stellar realtor! He’s extremely knowledgeable and experienced – and also honest, patient, kind, generous, trustworthy. I’m an older person who hadn’t sold a house in decades; his help and support were invaluable. He guided me carefully throughout the entire process: staging, getting...
Mike Puckett RealtorI had called Zimmerman at random from the phone book in a previous week for a leak in a cold water pipe. That went fine; just the usual plumber cost to repair the leak. The man who came (first name John, last name can't recall) said we should consider having the incoming pipe on that side of...
Called Russell Electric after hearing several favorable accounts of their work. Russell came at the time he said he would and gave us a full account of what needed to be done to meet legal code. His proposal was thorough and within what we expected topay for the service. His son and second...
They came before and we were well pleased with them; that's why we called them back again. They are upgrading fixtures, pipes and other plumbing issues in our older home. This company's rates are very reasonable compared to some of the others we have talked to so we felt real good about that....
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Welcome to the future of real estate valuation solutions with Akrivis. We combine innovation and evolving technology with our exclusive network of photography contractors to deliver accurate real estate valuations in less than five days. No stress, no fuss, just fast and reliable property values.
"Hired to do valuation of a manufactured home - not on land. Gave appraisal comparison properties included land. therefore not an accurate valuation. Thought salesperson understood nuance. "
Melissa P on October 2025
Experienced area Realtor with knowledge in home, lake, land, luxury, commercial real estate sales. 30+ years in home construction trades, and I ready to assist you next. I service all of S.W. MI. Allegan, Berrien, Vsn Buren, Kalamazoo, Portage, St Joseph areas.
Experienced area Realtor with knowledge in home, lake, land, luxury, commercial real estate sales. 30+ years in home construction trades, and I ready to assist you next. I service all of S.W. MI. Allegan, Berrien, Vsn Buren, Kalamazoo, Portage, St Joseph areas.
Hi there! I'm Emily Anderson and as a licensed Realtor, I bring openness and clarity to sellers, buyers, and investors of real estate in BEAUTIFUL west MI! I serve the communities of South Haven, Holland, Zeeland, Fennville, Saugatuck, and other surrounding communities in west Michigan. I love being a Realtor at Greenridge - Shores! I serve clients from all walks of life, including first-time home buyers, growing families, couples looking to downsize, investors, and second home-owners. The best praise I've ever received from a client is that I made their home-buying experience "truly remarkable"! Helping people to have a smooth and enjoyable transaction like that makes me so proud and drives everything I do! I welcome the opportunity to help you buy or sell in our beautiful west Michigan communities! If you are looking for a Realtor that is diligent, thorough, tech-savvy, and responsive, I'd love to work with you too! When I'm not helping people staging/marketing their home or finding the ideal property to buy, you can find me enjoying our beautiful beaches and hiking trails, serving on the worship team at LifeBridge Church, or out paddling with 4the22 (a Veteran suicide-awareness organization). Want to learn more about how we can work together? Call or text me anytime! 313.550.1794 Or, message me on Facebook - West Michigan Coastal Living!
Hi there! I'm Emily Anderson and as a licensed Realtor, I bring openness and clarity to sellers, buyers, and investors of real estate in BEAUTIFUL west MI! I serve the communities of South Haven, Holland, Zeeland, Fennville, Saugatuck, and other surrounding communities in west Michigan. I love being a Realtor at Greenridge - Shores! I serve clients from all walks of life, including first-time home buyers, growing families, couples looking to downsize, investors, and second home-owners. The best praise I've ever received from a client is that I made their home-buying experience "truly remarkable"! Helping people to have a smooth and enjoyable transaction like that makes me so proud and drives everything I do! I welcome the opportunity to help you buy or sell in our beautiful west Michigan communities! If you are looking for a Realtor that is diligent, thorough, tech-savvy, and responsive, I'd love to work with you too! When I'm not helping people staging/marketing their home or finding the ideal property to buy, you can find me enjoying our beautiful beaches and hiking trails, serving on the worship team at LifeBridge Church, or out paddling with 4the22 (a Veteran suicide-awareness organization). Want to learn more about how we can work together? Call or text me anytime! 313.550.1794 Or, message me on Facebook - West Michigan Coastal Living!
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Family owned and operated auction service. Husband and wife team consults freely on asset liquidation and pre-auction needs and honestly gives genuine guidance of the auction method and whether it is a suitable way to liquidate one's assests, good, household items, farm equipment, industrial machinery and real estate.
Family owned and operated auction service. Husband and wife team consults freely on asset liquidation and pre-auction needs and honestly gives genuine guidance of the auction method and whether it is a suitable way to liquidate one's assests, good, household items, farm equipment, industrial machinery and real estate.
Michigan Homes and Cottages specializes in marketing and sales of distinctive homes along West Michigan's Lakeshore communities. We work collaboratively to ensure the best results for our buyers and sellers by providing concierge, white glove service, with 7 day a week availability. With over 25 years of experience in real estate marketing and sales, we have the most sophisticated tools to ensure a seamless, stress free transaction from first meeting to final closing.
Michigan Homes and Cottages specializes in marketing and sales of distinctive homes along West Michigan's Lakeshore communities. We work collaboratively to ensure the best results for our buyers and sellers by providing concierge, white glove service, with 7 day a week availability. With over 25 years of experience in real estate marketing and sales, we have the most sophisticated tools to ensure a seamless, stress free transaction from first meeting to final closing.
Radon Man LLC is your number one choice for Radon testing and Radon reduction systems. We offer testing services for those buying or selling a home or simply any concerned home owner. We install high quality affordable Radon mitigation systems. Our systems comply with the EPA's Radon mitigation standards. We're here to help educate clients on the dangers of Radon and how to easily reduce those! Client satisfaction is our number one goal!
"Fast and easy"
Cara H on April 2021
Radon Man LLC is your number one choice for Radon testing and Radon reduction systems. We offer testing services for those buying or selling a home or simply any concerned home owner. We install high quality affordable Radon mitigation systems. Our systems comply with the EPA's Radon mitigation standards. We're here to help educate clients on the dangers of Radon and how to easily reduce those! Client satisfaction is our number one goal!
"Fast and easy"
Cara H on April 2021
Mortgage Loan Officer / Real Estate REALTOR (23 years’ experience) Specialties: Mortgages, Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting Edward P Kalavitz is a Mortgage Consultant/ REALTOR® Of Mortgage And Real Estate Help (Private Mortgage Guarantee / Morse Realty). At Private Mortgage Guarantee we strive to be your best resource in West Michigan when it comes to mortgages, selling or purchasing homes. As a Mortgage Consultant / REALTOR® it is my goal to provide the most up to date information, strategies, and advice to help my clients navigate the market. I Pride myself on business growth that is built on over 90% of my clients being repeat or referrals. My focus on education and planning ensures a smooth transition for my clients. Edward has a passion for building relationships and helping people accomplish their goals in real estate. He has many years of experience in the industry and has surrounded himself with a team of professionals to ensure outstanding results for his clients. Edward has developed strategies for Mortgage borrowers, sellers and buyers to succeed in any market and is excited to put his knowledge to work for you!
Mortgage Loan Officer / Real Estate REALTOR (23 years’ experience) Specialties: Mortgages, Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting Edward P Kalavitz is a Mortgage Consultant/ REALTOR® Of Mortgage And Real Estate Help (Private Mortgage Guarantee / Morse Realty). At Private Mortgage Guarantee we strive to be your best resource in West Michigan when it comes to mortgages, selling or purchasing homes. As a Mortgage Consultant / REALTOR® it is my goal to provide the most up to date information, strategies, and advice to help my clients navigate the market. I Pride myself on business growth that is built on over 90% of my clients being repeat or referrals. My focus on education and planning ensures a smooth transition for my clients. Edward has a passion for building relationships and helping people accomplish their goals in real estate. He has many years of experience in the industry and has surrounded himself with a team of professionals to ensure outstanding results for his clients. Edward has developed strategies for Mortgage borrowers, sellers and buyers to succeed in any market and is excited to put his knowledge to work for you!
Irish Roofing & Exteriors services the West Michigan community, providing quality work for your home or business. Ensure that your investment is well protected with Irish Roofing, where we are craftsmen, not contractors. Services Include: Roofing Replacements & Installation, Siding Installation, and Gutter Installation.
"We are very pleased with our new roofing and gutters! Irish did all the roofing in one day and the gutters in less than a day. The crews were friendly, with good communication and questions about what we wanted. And we really appreciated the estimating and customer service by Mike Belfer, who followed through on all the phases. Many thanks!"
Dan H on April 2023
Irish Roofing & Exteriors services the West Michigan community, providing quality work for your home or business. Ensure that your investment is well protected with Irish Roofing, where we are craftsmen, not contractors. Services Include: Roofing Replacements & Installation, Siding Installation, and Gutter Installation.
"We are very pleased with our new roofing and gutters! Irish did all the roofing in one day and the gutters in less than a day. The crews were friendly, with good communication and questions about what we wanted. And we really appreciated the estimating and customer service by Mike Belfer, who followed through on all the phases. Many thanks!"
Dan H on April 2023
Yes, hiring a real estate agent is worth it. Many homeowners make the mistake of trying to sell their homes by themselves, thinking that they’ll save money on the commission, but what they save on the commission, they very often pay for in frustration and concessions on the sale price. Hiring a real estate agent to handle the sale of your home not only makes the process far easier and takes the burden off of you, but most homeowners get more for their homes when going through an agent because of the marketing and salesmanship they bring to the table.
Real estate agents work on commission, so the cost of hiring an agent will depend on the cost of the home you’re buying or selling. The listing contract should include information about the commission for both agents, which is usually 6 percent of the sale price in total or 3 percent per side. With an average national home value of around $440,000, the typical commission per agent is $13,200. However, you won’t pay this total out of pocket. Instead, the commission comes out of the sale price of the property.
Interviewing real estate agents is the best way to find the right person for the job. Consider asking the following questions to find the best agent for you:
How will you show my property?
Will you do open houses to market my home?
How will you handle dual agency (representing the buyer and you as the seller)?
Should I make repairs to my home before listing?
Will you get professional photos taken of my home?
What is the best price you think we can get for my property?
How long do you expect the sale to take?
You don’t legally need a real estate agent as a buyer, as you can represent yourself, but you should always hire an agent as a home buyer. A professional real estate agent will have access to local MLS services to find homes that meet your criteria and needs, can connect you with other professionals—like a mortgage broker and real estate attorney—you’ll need for the purchase, and can often negotiate a better price for your home to help save you money. Plus, as the buyer, your agent’s commission comes from the seller’s proceeds from the sale of the home.
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