Gardening is not just a hobby; it's a therapeutic escape. It is a way to connect with nature, and a source of pride for many. As National Gardening Day arrives, it's time to roll up our sleeves, and celebrate the joy of cultivating our own green spaces. If you're in Michigan there's a plethora of plants waiting to thrive in your garden. Here's a guide to some of the best plants to grow in Michigan, along with their ideal planting times. Tomatoes: Few things beat the flavor of a freshly picked tomato from your own garden. Michigan's warm summers provide the perfect conditions for these sun-lov ..read more

Let the April showers begin! It is safe to say everyone is ready for the May flowers at this point. But as the weather begins to turn in West Michigan this April, new events will be popping up all over. With no major holidays on the calendar this April, there is an abundance of unique events taking place. Check your local events calendar to be sure not to miss out on anything not in this sneak peek! Grand Rapids Comic-Con Spring Fling | Kalamazoo Expo Center | April 12-14 For all comic book lovers and sci-fi enthusiasts, the Kalamazoo Expo Center will host dozens of the industry's best author ..read more

In a world where technology is becoming more complex, schedules more hectic, and “stuff” more abundant, many people look to Professional Organizers to help bring order and efficiency to their lives. Let our organizers help you achieve function, order, and clarity by creating organizing systems and structure.  Jaqua Realtors' partnership with Inspired Organizing was created to streamline and offer professional organizing services to our clients. These services include: Organizing your home for sale Organizing your home to live Packing and unpacking services Inspired Organizing is a clien ..read more

Fire up those grills, break out those yard games, it is National Backyard Day! With warm weather right over the horizon now is the time to upgrade. Everyone is able to enjoy a great backyard from friends and family to children and adults. All you need to take your backyard to the next level is a little investment. Several add-ons could see you bringing in a significant return on your investment when it comes to your home's value! Continually increasing the resale price of your home will prove beneficial when the time comes to sell. Here are a few different ways you could start investing into y ..read more

Spring is beginning to blossom and with that brings exciting March events to West Michigan. Get ready to wear green for the St. Patrick’s day events highlighting your area this month. You won’t want to get pinched! Kalamazoo will see another Oberon Day celebrated and at the end of the month it will be Easter celebrations galore. Here are a few highlighted events taking place this month. Be sure to add some to your calendar and get tickets where they’re needed!   Eastend Studio’s St. Patty’s Day Bash | Eastend Studio, Marshall | March 16 Join the St. Patrick’s Day festivities with a night ..read more

Jaqua Relocation hosted the 13th Annual Strength of our Region Event on Tuesday, February 13th. It was great to see such a significant number of our partners in attendance. Dan Jaqua, the President and Owner of Jaqua Realtors shared a wealth of valuable insights with over 180 of our corporate partners and business leaders. Dan highlighted the numerous new initiatives happening in our region, encompassing both business and education. These initiatives are contributing to the growth of the job market and the economy in Southwest Michigan. In case you missed the luncheon, here are a few highlight ..read more

Will February bring an early spring or a continued winter? Doesn’t matter! West Michigan will be home to hundreds of events in February that will be a great time no matter the weather. Let’s take a closer look into a few highlighted events that may be taking place in your area! Saugatuck Second Line Mardi Gras Pub Crawl | Downtown Saugatuck | February 13  Saugatuck will turn into Bourbon Street for a day to celebrate Mardi Gras New Orleans style. It’ll be an incredible day full of celebration, music, and beads! Check out all the different food and drink specials, and be sure to register ..read more

New Year, New You? How about New Year, Newly Organized Home! Start 2024 off by reinventing the way you think of cleanliness and organization within your home. Whether you’ve been living in the same domain for decades or just started a new chapter in a new house, everyone can benefit from strong organizational skills. It makes life easier on you and everyone you live with. From the little things like using space dividers to completely changing your daily routine, here are some key tips to think about implementing in 2024. Train yourself with a routine, eliminate clutter hot spots and bad habit ..read more

Majority of people see the winter season as a down period for real estate. Don’t be deceived by the snow and freezing temperatures though. Contrary to popular belief, the colder season offers unique opportunities and benefits that homeowners can leverage to showcase their properties in a different light. From decreased competition to motivated buyers and captivating seasonal aesthetics, here are three reasons why listing your house in the winter might just be the move you’ve been searching for.   Limited inventory means less competition During the winter season, the housing market often s ..read more

With Thanksgiving this Thursday and Black Friday just a few days away, that also means it’s officially time for Small Business Saturday! As an independent and family-owned business, we love to support the community we live and serve in. To continue our mission of supporting local, Jaqua Realtors wanted to share just a few of the many amazing small businesses in our communities. Here’s a list of some of the best local gift shops, boutiques, restaurants, lodging, and more in West Michigan! Restaurants, Coffee Shops and Cafes   Continental Pastries and Deli | Battle Creek  Nothing says ..read more