Have you been to the new @bowermanson8th yet? Today I stopped in for some donuts and trust me, they did not disappoint!  Not only are they offering their locally famous donuts, but there is also a small shop inside and they serve breakfast and lunch as well.  As you can tell from the video, our family gives this new spot two thumbs up—I can’t wait to go back for breakfast soon and try the blueberry pancakes ?! It was sad to hear Alpen Rose closed after so many years, but I’m excited to see this new local fave in its place.  What about you? Do you miss Alpen Rose o ..read more

While Spring has always been considered the “hottest” time to buy a home, serious buyers are ALWAYS looking, which can make winter a great time to sell! In particular this winter season’s sales activity will be really strong compared to past winter seasons, meaning now is the time to put your home on the market.  This week’s At Home with Heather I go over 5 things you must do if you’re planning on selling your home this winter that will attract more buyers and put your home with its best foot forward ..read more

Homeowners, listen up! When it comes to the real estate market it continues to get better and better for sellers.  When we look at January 2022 compared to January 2021 we have dove even deeper into a seller’s market. This doesn’t mean there isn’t opportunity for buyers (there definitely is!), but does mean the lower inventory continues to drive prices up which benefits sellers greatly.   Whether you are looking to sell, stay or buy another home, you’ll want to check out the full video where I unpack what’s going on in the market in Holland and surrounding Ottawa county commu ..read more

To set yourself up for a smooth and successful home buying process, getting pre-approved is perhaps the most productive first step you can take. But why is it so important? On this week's At Home with Heather, I go over a few of the reasons why getting a pre-approval from your mortgage lender will set you up for success when it comes to buying your next home. Interested in getting set up for a pre-approval? Contact me today and I will get you in touch with the many great lenders I know ..read more

If you’re thinking about buying a house, you’ll want to take a careful look at your finances to make sure you’re ready for this new commitment. In fact, your finances are so important that you’ll want to start working on them well before you’re ready to apply for a mortgage, specifically your credit score. Doing so with less-than-stellar credit could cost you big time. This week’s At Home with Heather, I go over how to get your credit ready for a mortgage to buy your next home ..read more

Looking for something to do in Holland this weekend? Check out the Meltdown Sale in Downtown Holland and support our local businesses! Apothecary Gift Shop • Shop great deals at up to 50% off throughout the store! Discount on select items only. Blu Veranda • Enjoy select discounts throughout the store, including an amazing $20 sales rack! Borr’s Shoes & Accessories • Shop our winter clearance sale now in progress. Stop in for savings! Brick + Ivy Market • Save up to 50% off select vendor items. See our website for details! Cakabakery on 8th • Cupcakes will be 25% off all day! Take 50% off ..read more

Top tips for saving for a home Buying a home is one of the most important financial moves you'll make and saving for that purchase can seem overwhelming.  This week I’m sharing some tips for saving that you can start right now so that when the time comes you are ready to go. Id love to know if you have any other tips we should add to the list ..read more

One of the things I find fascinating about the start of a new year is what new goals people have set. So far this year some of the goals I’ve heard about include losing weight (let’s face it, most of us can relate to this one after the holidays!), running a marathon, creating a better financial situation, weekly date nights, trying new recipes and my favorite of all—making a move! Whether it’s buying a first home or a move up home, being financially prepared is critical. We want to help you with this so that when it comes time to make your move you’re financially fit to do so. Over the next mo ..read more

The start of the first day back after the new year is always a great time for reflection. As I reflect on this past year, there were a lot of great things that happened and I'm grateful. ​ At the same time, I know for many of us it has also been a challenging year with ups, downs and sometimes even frustration. I would like to thank you for your support over the past year-- it truly means the world to me! Whether it's a small act such as "liking or sharing" a social media post, writing a google review or the greatest compliment of a referral for your family or friends none of it goes unnotic ..read more

If you plan on selling your home, one of your big questions likely centers around how much it’s going to cost you.  In this week’s episode of At Home with Heather I go over some common costs that may come up as you’re selling your home.  Were you aware of all these costs or did some of them surprise you ..read more