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So How Do I Determine What My Property Taxes Will Be On My New Home That I Plan To Live In?

For most home buyers one of the more significant costs that must be understood are property taxes. Property taxes in Michigan can be difficult to understand because of the way the laws are set up. It may sound unfair, but … Continue reading

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What is the real cost of a fixer upper? You might be surprised!

How to Assess the Real Cost of a Fixer-Upper House When you buy a fixer-upper house, you can save a ton of money, or get yourself in a financial fix. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 … Continue reading

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Why Choosing The Wrong Lender Can Cost You Money and Cause You To Be Homeless

Recently we have worked with a few buyers who came to us with their financing already inplace.  They had chosen their lender and the type of financing they wanted to use.  Once we had found them homes the problems began. … Continue reading

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Inner City Christian Federation’s Other Home Purchase Programs

In addition to the Inner City Christian Federation’s (ICCF) participation in the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), the ICCF also participates in several other government subsidized housing programs including the HUD $1 Program and a New Home Build Program. Basically the … Continue reading

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Inner City Christian Federation and the Neighborhood Stabilization Program

One of the major housing programs the Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF) is currently involved in is the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The Neighborhood Stabilization Program is administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and was created to help … Continue reading

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The April 2011 Issue of Housing Trends Newletter Is Here!

Just click on the badge above to receive the most up to date real estate information by region, city or zip code. You will also find link to special reports, home listings in the West Michigan area and more.

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Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF) – A Priceless Grand Rapids Jewel

While most people in the Grand Rapids area have heard of the Inner City Christian Federation, more commonly know at the ICCF, recently I have been amazed at just how much the ICCF does and how many people either don’t … Continue reading

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Grand Rapids Home For Sale – 1261 Hillburn Ave. NW

You must see the virtual tour to truly appreciate 1261 Hillburn Ave. NW. Located just a stone’s throw for the Blandford Nature Center and the Elks Club, this home has everything you could ask for and more. Inside, this home … Continue reading

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Sellers, do you know what you are getting into when you accept an offer that is contingent upon the buyers selling their home?

Below is a recent article published in the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors Weekly Realtor Report. If you are selling a home you better understand this rule. If you don’t it could cost you thousands. UNDERSTANDING A ‘RIGHT OF FIRST … Continue reading

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Grand Rapids NSP Home on Video – $73,000 – You can’t beat this deal.

Welcome to 1063 Ardmore SE. This home is being brought to you by the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and the Inner City Christian Federation. Those buyers who qualify may receive up to $14,600 to use towards their down payment and closing … Continue reading

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