Kevin Allen's (kevinallen) Blog

Great deal in Grandville, MI.  1% towards buyers closing costs makes this great home even better. Three bed two bath and spotless...oh, don't forget the 51" Sony HD TV that stays with the house. pics @ kevinallengroup.com

I've been watching our local boards' number of active agents for over a year.  What I found is that there is about a four to one ratio.  Meaning for every one agent coming in there are four going out.  It is always sad to see someone not make it in business however, to a certain degree, I would g...

I find it amazing when listening to the reports regarding the state of the Real Estate market these days.  One report speaks of doom and another says, well, usually more doom.  Most of what we are hearing tends to lead to a not so colorful picture.  However, are these reports talking about our lo...

I find it amazing when listening to the reports regarding the state of the Real Estate market these days.  One report speaks of doom and another says, well, usually more doom.  Most of what we are hearing tends to lead to a not so colorful picture.  However, are these reports talking about our lo...

I don't know if I would call it a Boom, maybe a nice pop.  Here in Grand Rapids, MI we seemed to be having an early start to our "spring market".  The first part of the new year was fairly mild, in regards to weather.  However, this is Michigan, furthermore, it is West Michigan.  The lake effect ...

We've all heard a lot about the current real estate market and truthfully it isn't pleasant.  However, people still need to sell their houses in this market.  So, what does it take?  In this market as in any market there are three things that sell a home...location, condition and price.  If any o...