7816 Wapiti Street, Portage, MI
7816 Wapiti Street, Portage, MI 49002
Discover the true meaning of home in this pristine contemporary ranch that offers a perfect blend of modern elegance & comfort. Situated in a great location & sought-after neighborhood, this home is a ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 11, 2023 in Homes
Housing Market 2023
Housing Market 2023
What's Going On In The Housing Market
The housing market has been going through a lot of changes lately and market activity is picking up! Check out this short video to find out more about what's really going on in our ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on February 2, 2023 in Market Updates
36718 28th Avenue Paw Paw MI
36718 28th Avenue, Paw Paw, MI 49079
A Slice of Paradise - 19.5 Acre Farm for Sale
Welcome to your own slice of paradise presented by Janice Allen, Realtor and Michigan Home Girl at Jaqua Realtors! This cozy, one-owner home has been meticulously ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on January 19, 2023 in Homes
Best Neighborhoods in Portage MI
Best Neighborhoods in Portage, MI
Coachlite & Wood Glen Estates
If you’re in search of twinkling lights in one of the best neighborhoods in Portage, MI, be sure to visit Coachlite & Wood Glen Estates. The neighbors have ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on December 28, 2022 in Community
What Happens at Closing
What Happens at Closing?
It's the moment you've been waiting for—well, one of them. You've gone through the home-buying process, made an offer, and now it's time to sign on the dotted line. But what exactly happens at a closing? Let's dive in ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on December 9, 2022 in Buying a Home
Renovation Tips - Do This First
Renovation Tips
Do This First!
You’ve bought your first home and you’re eager to put your stamp on it. You want to renovate, but you’re not sure whether you should live in the house first or just go ahead and renovate right away. ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on December 1, 2022 in Hometip Tuesday
What Not To Do After Closing on A House
What Not To Do After Closing on A House
5 Tips
You've finally closed on your home and can breathe a sigh of relief. But what comes next? Here's what not to do after closing on your home:
Don't make major changes until you've lived there a year. ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on November 16, 2022 in Buying a Home
Inflation and Mortgage Rates
Inflation and Morgage Rates
A couple of issues that are top of mind for consumers in today’s housing market are inflation and mortgage rates. What the heck is going on?!
So far this year, inflation reached a high of 8.6% which is a high we ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on November 10, 2022 in Market Updates
October 2022 Housing Market Report for Kalamazoo Michigan
October 2022 Housing Market Report
Kalamazoo Michigan
The real estate market in Michigan continues to slow down as we move into fall. Prices are up at the gas pump, the grocery store, and mortgage rates keep going up … we’re all ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on October 28, 2022 in Market Updates
Is the Housing Market in a Bubble Is the Real Estate Market Cooling Off
Is the Real Estate Market Cooling Off?
Is the Housing Market in a Bubble?
If you are a buyer or a seller, or relocating to Kalamazoo Michigan or the surrounding areas, I’m going to talk about the housing market and what’s ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on October 20, 2022 in Market Updates
Kalamazoo Michigan Driving Tour - Part 1
Kalamazoo Michigan Driving Tour
Part 1: From Drake to Oakland Drive
This is a virtual driving tour for those who are thinking about relocating to Kalamazoo Michigan or the surrounding areas. In this commentary, I share points of interest and will ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on October 12, 2022 in Exploring Michigan
Why You Will HATE Living in Kalamazoo, MI
Why You Will HATE Living in Kalamazoo, MI
There's a lot to love about Kalamazoo, Michigan but it's not for everyone. If you're considering moving to Kalamazoo or moving to Michigan, you'd better investigate these 7 things first.
Welcome back ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on October 5, 2022 in Exploring Michigan
Real Estate Market Update - September 2022
Real Estate Market Update
Kalamazoo, Michigan, September 2022
Prices remain stable, but inventory and days on market are increasing. We are drifting away from a strong seller's market.
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Posted by Janice Allen on September 26, 2022 in Market Updates
Are Existing Home Sales Heading Back to Normal?
Are existing homes sales heading back to prepandemic levels in Michigan?
What will the existing 2022 housing market look like? Experts forecast existing homes sales are heading back to prepandemic levels in Michigan
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Posted by Janice Allen on August 10, 2022 in Market Updates
Housing Market Update for July 2022
Michigan Housing Market
July 2022 - Kalamazoo County
In this Kalamazoo County housing report, we’re going to review the top 8 key statistics and why they are important if you’re thinking about buying, selling or relocating in the ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 27, 2022 in Market Updates
Offer Deadlines & What You Should Do
Offer Deadlines & What You Should Do
One thing I’ve noticed as a listing agent in multiple offer situations are agents that send in offers past the offer deadline for a property with multiple offers. If you're a buyer looking at ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 21, 2022 in Q&A in 60 Seconds
Drive In Movie Theaters - Sunset Drive In
Sunset Drive In Movie Theater
Red Arrow Highway, Hartford, MI
Hey everybody, Janice Allen and on this edition of #DiscoverKalamazo it’s week 3 of my drive in movie theaters in Michigan in Kalamazoo and today I’m featuring Sunset Drive ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 20, 2022 in Community
Don't Work With A Part Time Realtor
Don't Work With A Part Time Realtor
If you are currently looking to buy a property, the best piece of advice I can give you is to get representation from a full-time realtor.
Right now, we are seeing properties selling faster than ever ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 14, 2022 in Q&A in 60 Seconds
Getty Drive In Movie Theater - Muskegon, MI
Getty Drive In
Muskegon, MI
It's week 2 of drive-in movie theaters near Kalamazoo, Michigan and today I’m featuring the Getty Drive In which is near the lakeshore in West Michigan.
Bring chairs, inflatable mattresses for the back of ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 13, 2022 in Community
5 Reasons Why Today's Real Estate Market Is Not Like 2008
Why_Todays_Real_Estate_Market_Is_Not_Like_2008.pdf
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 12, 2022 in Market Updates