Grand Rapids, MI

This is the kind of real estate I prefer to all others, especially on the weekend.

No hassles, just blue sky, green grass, and an 18 hole challenge. I played

at L E Kaufman Golf Course today. A Kent County public course in Grand Rapids

that is rated one of the best courses in Michigan.

I didn't play particularly well today, but the course was in good shape, and

I had 3 new friends to share the morning round.

I took a few pictures so you can see a sampling of what this course looks like.

It is hard to believe to you are about 10-15 minutes away from downtown

Grand Rapids. I guess this why we love Michigan and the Grand Rapids area.

The First Tee on Hole #1

The second hole near the tee.

The 2nd Green

The 18th Tee

The 18th Green

Another player is out near the green, wonder if he found a stray ball.

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

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photos of LE Kaufman Golf Course by Terry Westbrook

I had a busy, busy weekend. Playing in a golf tournament plus entertaining

our daughter, son-in-law, and "cutest baby in the world" grandson who

were up for the Grand Regatta Crew Races on the Grand River. Summer is

such a great time for fun & family events.

On Saturday night, we were hot and tired. A trip to the local ice cream store was mentioned and

we all headed out to indulge ourselves. We got our treats, sat around in the

shade eating them, and then headed back home to change for the golf awards dinner.

When getting ready to go to the golf course, I realized I didn't have my money clip.

It was in the pocket of my shorts, and now it wasn't. We searched the house, the car, and

Then we went back to the ice cream store to see if it was there anywhere. No luck.

I was feeling pretty upset because all my credit cards, my driver's license, my Sentri-lock key,

would all have to be replaced. Now, tonite. No golf awards dinner.

( you can supply your own choice words here !#$# @%&*() *^%#$# $%^%^)

We went back home to look one more time.

As soon as we got home, the doorbell rang, and my heart lifted. When I opened it, an

older man and a young boy about 8-9 years old were standing on my step. They asked

if I was Terry Westbrook and I said yes. The young boy had found my money clip by the

chair I had been sitting in at the ice cream place and he handed it over to me.

He quickly told me, " I didn't look to see how much money there was!" I had about $200

dollars but that wasn't my main concern. The ID and credit cards would have been much more

difficult to replace. I immediately gave him a generous cash reward for returning my money clip.

And then I asked his name. Ian McCoy, he said, with a smile. I smiled back, shook his

hand, and said: " Thanks a lot, Ian. You are MY HERO ."

His grandfather agreed with me. He said Ian was his hero also. Ian beamed.

The McCoys couldn't find a phone number to call, so they drove over to my home to return my

money clip to me. There are honest, kind people in this world and Ian McCoy is one of them.

I am glad I got to meet him.

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

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Grand Rapids has musical action on Friday nights this summer. From

June 19th through August 28th, The Grand Rapids Art Museum is

offering live music on the Rosa Parks Circle Stage. An indoor/outdoor

event that will flow from the Art Museum galleries to the Peter

Wege Plaza and Maya Lin's Ecliptic Park.

The GRAM will be offering special viewings, art-related talks, food

at the Cafe Terrace and demonstrations during the summer nights

in Grand Rapids. Free to GRAM members, $5.00 for non-members, and

all park and plaza activities are FREE.

So come to downtown GR for a Friday night music and art infusion,

beginning at 5pm.

Live Music Line-up for Summer 2009

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

OK, I know it is summer so winterizing is the last thing on our minds.

Maybe I can give you a few reason why this isn't as crazy as it sounds.

Remember all the things you wished you could have done last year when winter came? Remember those little cold air leaks? Now it is warm you can get to them and be comfortable...well it isn't freezing cold if you are in a northern climate.

Remember that extra insulation you wanted to add? Now is the time. You can do it at your leisure but still get it done. It'll help with air conditioning costs and your winter heat bill too.

I have an article on my website that addresses winterizing your home. It may be summer but it is one of the best time to get those jobs done so your home is set when the cold weather arrives.

Click the link below for winterizing tips and other great tips.

http://www.flexitrealtymichigan.com/WinterizeyourHome

Ever thought of winterizing in the summer before?

Hope this article helps. Visit our new website for other great articles. Sent the link to a friend or relative for them to access the free home tips. http://www.flexitrealtymichigan.com

If you live in the Grand Rapids or the West Michigan area, are not under contract and would like to sell or buy a home....give me a call. It could save you thousands in your next real estate transaction. FlexIt Realty designs selling and buying programs to meet our clients needs. Your call is always confidential and you are never pressured.

"Help is only a Call or Click away!"©2006-2009

Call Toll Free: 877-667-4699 Local: 616-784-2360 Email: garywhite@FlexItRealty.com

Have you ever heard the term locking your rate? It refers to locking your interest rate on your mortgage loan.

You can go through the process of getting approved for a mortgage and have your rate change before you get the loan. You can get a quote on the interest rate but if it is not locked it may not be the rate you get when you close on your home.

Yes you read right. Just because you are quoted a rate that may not be the rate you get at the time you actually close or finalize your purchase.

Many times buyers are surprised because they were quoted one rate and then the rates went up before they closed and now they are being asked to pay another higher rate.

I have an article to help you understand and protect yourself by locking in your mortgage rate.

Click on the link below for some great information to help you get the rate you were quoted.

http://www.flexitrealtymichigan.com/LockinginRates

Hope this clears up some of the rate issues for you.

If you live in the Grand Rapids or the West Michigan area, are not under contract and would like to sell or buy a home....give me a call. It could save you thousands in your next real estate transaction. FlexIt Realty designs selling and buying programs to meet our clients needs. Your call is always confidential and you are never pressured.

"Help is only a Call or Click away!"©2006-2009

Call Toll Free: 877-667-4699 Local: 616-784-2360 Email: garywhite@FlexItRealty.com