East Grand Rapids, MI

MC Scow Racing at Grand Rapids Yacht Club Reeds Lake Michigan. Regatta Race Date May 19-20 2012.

This may seem like a odd time of the year to talk about sailboat racing if you live in Michigan. We are enjoying one of the mildest winters I can remember. Yesterday the MC Scow fleet had the pre-season race meeting. It's time to start thinking about the spring and summer race schedules. Racing sailboats has been one of my passions for over 25 years.

The MC Scow is a little "Hot Rod"on the water. It is only 16 feet long and 6 feet 8 inches wide, weighting in at 425 lbs. The mast reaching skyward at around 28 ft. with a boom extending past the transom. The MC Scow is a thrill seeker type sailboat yet tame enough to be enjoyed by all ages.

The host of the "Spring Shakedown Regatta" on May 19th and 20th, is the Grand Rapids Yacht Club, located in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Grand Rapids Yacht Club is home to Fleet #10 of the MC Scow racing association. The photo shows the starting line in one of 7 races held over the two day MC Scow racing event. My boat in the photo is #2336, racing scow will give you a new perspective of close racing!

Stop by and watch the MC Scows race on Reeds Lake, an East Grand Raids park overlooks the Scow sailing action. The Grand Rapids Yacht Club is a members only club, offering social and stock membership options, on a first come first served basis. Club memberships from other clubs and fleets are also honored. The MC Scow fleet welcomes anyone thinking of joining the fleet. We have boats available to try and Scow members always willing to offer a hand. When you have a member owned club you get more bang for your buck because you also build relationships.

Thinking about sailing the MC Scow in February! Write about your passion, I'll bet you will have others that share your passion.

Don't Forget the "Spring Shakedown Regatta" May 19th and 20th at the Grand Rapids Yacht Club, it is worth your time, to watch or bring your MC Scow and joy the race fun!

Have a great Super Bowl Weekend! Tom Brady graduated from "Michigan" so you know who I am pulling for in this game!

While many others are going out of business, we are closing more loans!!!

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes July 2011

This is our list of the Top Best Buy East Grand Rapids Houses

to buy based on price/square foot. Price per square foot is a

great leveler. If two similar homes are listed at similar prices,

their price per square foot should be similar and it should reflect

the interior finish of the home. East GR has homes listed at almost

$500/ Sq Ft and under $100/Sq Ft, so the range here is wide.

For example, if it has crystal chandeliers, wood flooring, a new

kitchen, this would be more value per square foot than a home

that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in derelict condition.

Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell, prices

are adjusted and other homes come on the market. If you would like

to sign up for daily new listing email, just contact Terry. You can also

sign up for saved searches on our website. This saves your profile

search and lets you monitor and control your search details.

July 2011 – TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

The Top East GR Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

2216 Audubon $71,500 882 Sq Ft $81.07/SqFt

2246 Estelle $104,000 1070 Sq Ft $97.20/SqFt

1600 Wealthy St SE $119,900 1248 Sq Ft $96.07/SqFt

2450 Gilmour St $121,900 1500 Sq Ft $81.27/SqFt

2147 Hall St $137,500 1198 Sq Ft $114.77/SqFt

1112 Eastwood $139,000 1275 Sq Ft $109.02/SqFt

2543 Richards Dr $139,900 1400 Sq Ft $99.93/SqFt

2543 Lake Dr $140,000 1754 Sq Ft $79.82/SqFt

2151 Tenway $141,900 1396 Sq Ft $101.65/SqFt

2234 Argentina $149,900 1339 Sq Ft $111.95/SqFt

1058 Orchard Ave $149,900 1335 Sq Ft $112.28/SqFt

2144 Hall St SE $164,900 1742 Sq Ft $94.66/SqFt

2405 Oakwood Dr $165,000 1786 Sq Ft $92.39/SqFt

2050 Tenway $169,900 1520 Sq Ft $119.99/SqFt

1045 Lakeside Dr $174,900 1520 Sq Ft $115.07/SqFt

1245 Woodshire $199,750 2248 Sq Ft $88.46/SqFt

319 Kingswood Rd $209,000 1796 SQ Ft $116.97/SqFt

1753 Breton Ave $210,000 2740 Sq Ft $76.64/SqFt

1555 Edgewood Ave $212,000 2123 Sq Ft $99.44/SqFt

541-3 Greenwood $244,900 3676 Sq Ft $66.62/SqFt

2254 Brighton Dr $269,900 2250 Sq Ft $119.96/SqFt

1447 Woodcliff Ave $274,900 2861 Sq Ft $96.09/SqFt

1563 Edgewood $ 294,900 2779 Sq Ft $106.12/SqFt

2733 Maplewood Dr $295,000 2746 Sq Ft $107.43/SqFt

3131 Lake Dr $319,900 3300 Sq Ft $96.94/SqFt

2649 Boston St SE $425,000 3666 Sq Ft $115.93/SqFt

22 Pending, 0 Sold in the last month in EGR

Average Sale List Price $ 253,762

Home sales have increased this month, home inventory

is moving in East GR. Distressed properties are still popping up

but much scarcer than other areas around GR. Price per square

foot is moving up slowly but can be affected by higher priced homes.

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*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present

condition. Sold-As-Is*

If you would like to view an East Grand Rapids Home,

please contact us @1-888-240-1968 x 0 or email us :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

It is nearly back to school already!

Rates are still the lowest they have ever been and there are many deals to be had on the market. I just wanted to make sure you knew we are here to help when you are ready to purchase a new home, vacation home or even refinance your current home.

Enjoy the rest of the summer before it is gone!

Important Decisions...

Taking the step into home ownership is one of the most important financial decisions a person will make in their lifetime. There are many factors to consider when embarking on this venture. Many loan programs are still available and it is important to find the one that best fits your personal long-term goals.

First and foremost, you must have a mortgage consultant in your corner that is willing to take the time to know what your long-term goals are. Communication and education are the key factors here.

Curious prospective home buyers sometimes turn to Internet-based services just to see what current interest rates are. But, a faceless web site will not take the prospect’s future financial planning into consideration or guide the potential borrower through the many nuances of the loan process. When shopping for a home loan, be wary of web-based services that offer programs to reel prospects in with attractive rates and fees that are based upon unrealistic time frames.

If a lender is offering a terrific rate based on a 15-day lock-in period, it is unlikely that the potential home owner would actually be able to find their dream home, get through the negotiation process and win approval from a lender within such a short period of time. This is called short-pricing, and when it comes time to close the transaction, the rate that was originally offered is simply no longer available. As a result, the unfortunate prospect is bulldozed into a loan program with a higher interest rate.

It is highly unlikely that a qualified LenndRight loan originator whose business is based upon referrals will use unscrupulous tactics such as this to get new customers in the door!

Once you have found a mortgage consultant that you feel comfortable working with, lay your goals out on the table because it will have a tremendous impact on choosing a loan program that meets your specific needs. One of the most important factors to consider is how long you wish to borrow the money for. For example, if you know you will only be in the home for five years, it wouldn’t make sense to opt for a 30-year loan program or pay points up front to secure a lower interest rate. You would not be in the home long enough to benefit from such action.

Your mortgage consultant should be able to narrow down a selection of programs based on the information that you have provided, and present you with an easy-to-read spreadsheet that clearly defines viable options for your interest rate and amortization schedule, monthly payment and any potential savings you may realize by paying points up front.

Moreover, a reputable loan originator will not hesitate to share this information with your tax consultant or financial planner so they may offer additional feedback on your behalf.

Your mortgage consultant will also happily refer you to top local real estate and insurance agents to make sure your transaction is smooth.

Home ownership imparts a rewarding vehicle for building wealth and a strong financial future. The mortgage consultant that you choose should be there not only when your loan closes, but should also provide you with ongoing service to assist you in managing that debt over time.

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