đĄÂ Understanding Revocable Living Trusts in Michigan: A Practical Guide for Clients with Multiple Properties & Land Contracts   By David Medendorp, Medendorp Real Estate Group â Muskegon, Michigan  When youâve been in real estate for over 30 yearsâas I haveâyou meet a lot of clients who own multip
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12/04/2025
 What to check before you buy vacant land (Michigan specifics)  Zoning + future plan fitConfirm todayâs use by checking local zoning maps/ordinance; then read the master plan to avoid nasty surprises (e.g., future down-zoning). The state maintains zoning resources and many cities host interactiv
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10/31/2025
 A few years ago, inventory hit a record low. Just about anything sold â and fast. But now, there are far more homes on the market. Listings are up almost 20% from this time last year. And in some areas, supply is even back to levels we last saw in 2017â2019. For sellers, that means one thing:You
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10/30/2025
If youâve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, itâs easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But hereâs the simple truth.The data doesnât point to a crash. It points to slow, continued growth.And sure, itâs going to vary by local area. Some markets will see pr
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10/20/2025
After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move â and that could open the door for you to do the same. More Homes Will Sell With all of the affordability challenges at
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10/15/2025
    Letâs Meet! đ  Iâm David Medendorp, your trusted, hardworking, and experienced real estate professional proudly serving Muskegon and all of West Michigan for more than 35 years. đ As the Broker/Owner of Medendorp Real Estate, I combine deep local roots with top-tier credentials â including GR
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10/09/2025
Here are 12 key things to know before you buy âŹď¸Â    1ď¸âŁÂ Understand the Type of Condo  Not all condos are the same. There are site condominiums, where you own a freestanding home within a condo association, and building condominiums, where you own a unit within a shared structure.  2ď¸âŁÂ Know Your P
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10/08/2025
     Why David Medendorp is One of the Best Realtors in Muskegon and West Michigan  When youâre buying or selling real estate in West Michigan, the difference between an average experience and an exceptional one often comes down to the Realtor you choose. For more than three decades, Iâve built m
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10/08/2025
If youâre planning to buy a home this year, thereâs one expense you canât afford to overlook: closing costs.Almost every buyer knows they exist, but not that many know exactly what they cover, or how different they can be based on where you're buying. So, letâs break them down.What Are Closing Co
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09/29/2025
