Rachael Veldkamp

Although downtown condo living in Grand Rapids did not turn out to be as big as we once thought it would be there is an existing market out there. As well, most people that did make the move downtown argue that it was well worth it. Finding buyers for downtown condos has gotten more difficult over the past year and the amount of condos on the market for sale right now is over 200 but what exactly does that mean? Part of it is probably simply because of the market. It is becoming increasingly difficult to obtain a loan and people are hanging onto the disposable cash as they wait for the market to turn. The other part is that developers overestimated the growth of Grand Rapids and built a few too many condos than there are buyers.

However, like I stated before, there is still a market for condos and those of us who do live downtown generally really enjoy the convenient and faster paced life style that living downtown brings. Downtown living continues to attract a vast variety of empty nesters, young professionals and more. The allure of living downtown coming from the time saving factors such as no yard work or long commutes as well as the plethora of new restaurants to dine in, theatrical performances at the Civic and the latest exhibit at the new Art Museum all within walking distance. Grand Rapids continues to grow even as the residential real estate market downtown slows down. And it will continue to get bigger and better in the future as revitalization of our city brings more innovative companies and eager investors. Living downtown is certain to bring buyers and renters for years to come. Now all we need is modern mass transit, a full service grocery store and pharmacy and we’ll be all set.

Hello,
Hey all, read below, exciting news for Grand Rapids Southtown...

As you know Lighthouse Communities, Inc is launching it's counseling program this month we are a HUD approved counseling agency and a MSHDA Home Links certified counseling agency when means that we can provide your staff and clients with the necessary housing counseling they should be receiving in the following areas:

We also have :
Foreclosure recapture program that will help a homeowners in target area " Southtown" remain in the home if they meet program guidelines)
Neighborhood Housing Fund ( also in targeted areas available)

Please spread the word to you family & friends, co-workers.
We will have a class on June 28, 2008 9am- 1pm ( registration is required) simply calling Alisa at 451-9140 x 229

Call me with any more questions or if you want to attend!