The BlueWest Blog

Here, you'll find local real estate market updates, helpful tips on buying and selling homes, and even some fun local recommendations from our team. Stay up-to-date with the West Michigan real estate market — read the BlueWest blog.

October 20, 2026

Picture two identical houses on the same street in Grand Haven Township. Same size, same a...

If you’re buying a home in West Michigan, property taxes are one of those line items that ...

In West Michigan, buyers typically pay 2-5% of the purchase price in closing costs, and se...

April 23, 2026

Is staging your home worth it? Yes—home staging helps homes sell faster, attract more buye...

Spring is just around the corner (promise!) and that means now is the ...

This time of year it’s easy to start feeling like you’re stuck inside,...

Grand Haven, Michigan may be a small town on the West Michigan lakesho...

7 Best West Michigan Lakeshore Coffeeshops Whether you want to get coz...

The Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail showcases the amazing wine-producin...

Feeling the cabin fever already? If you’re running out of fun winter t...

Have you heard of the ice skating trail hidden in the woods somewhere ...

The holiday season is right around the corner. Although this year has ...

Holland offers diverse dining options for every palette. From bar food...

Between Lake Michigan, Spring Lake, and the various rivers, creeks, an...