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		<title>Just Sold: 2538 Highridge Ln SE, Grand Rapids, MI</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 03:03:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[2538 Highridge Ln SE, Grand Rapids, MI. Sharp, Newer, Forest Hills condo . 2 bedrooms on the main floor, 2 bedrooms in lower level. (one is non-conforming which means no egress window) 2.5 baths including spacious owners bath. Open floor plan with soaring ceilings and many windows. Solid surface kitchen counter tops and cherry cabinets. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/291513.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-924" title="291513" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/291513-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>2538 Highridge Ln SE, Grand Rapids, MI. Sharp, Newer, Forest Hills condo . 2 bedrooms on the main floor, 2 bedrooms in lower level. (one is non-conforming which means no egress window) 2.5 baths including spacious owners bath. Open floor plan with soaring ceilings and many windows. Solid surface kitchen counter tops and cherry cabinets. Living room with fireplace. Condo was built in 2004 and has more than 2000 square feet of finished space. Two stall attached garage. Reasonable association dues. Deck overlooking pond and green space.</p>
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		<title>Just Sold: 1621 Falcon Crest Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 03:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1621 Falcon Crest Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI. Sold for 99% of asking price! Sold in 8 Days!!! You won&#8217;t find more for your money in the Forest Hills School District. Custom-built updated 2-story, 4-bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home on a cul-de-sac with private forest views. The neighborhood is tucked away off the East Beltline [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/320677.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-920" title="320677" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/320677-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>1621 Falcon Crest Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI. Sold for 99% of asking price! Sold in 8 Days!!! You won&#8217;t find more for your money in the Forest Hills School District. Custom-built updated 2-story, 4-bedroom, 3 1/2 bath home on a cul-de-sac with private forest views. The neighborhood is tucked away off the East Beltline north of Leonard so it&#8217;s convenient for travel. The current owners added many wonderful touches including a new kitchen with quality cabinets, Corian countertops, snack bar, and newly expanded view of the wooded backyard. New flooring and paint throughout. The main floor also has a formal living and dining room, office space, laundry, and a half bath. The 2nd floor has 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths including the Owners&#8217; private bath. The walkout level has a spacious family room overlooking the wooded backyard. In addition there is a 4th bedroom and 3rd full bath. Students grades 5-12 can walk to school on trails through the wooded neighborhood. Beautifully landscaped with gardens and trees. Underground sprinkling and 2-stall attached garage complete the package.</p>
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		<title>Season&#8217;s Greetings from Cheryl Grant&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:23:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I hope you&#8217;re enjoying the holiday season, and that you&#8217;re taking a moment to step away from the possible stress of it to enjoy yourself! We&#8217;ve had a very busy year at CherylGrant.com, and wish to thank all our clients and associates for their direct or referred business! In addition to joining North America&#8217;s highest [...]]]></description>
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<p>I hope you&#8217;re enjoying the holiday season, and that you&#8217;re taking a moment to step away from the possible stress of it to enjoy yourself! We&#8217;ve had a very busy year at CherylGrant.com, and wish to thank all our clients and associates for their direct or referred business! In addition to joining North America&#8217;s highest ranking brokerage this year, we&#8217;ve had other exciting announcements of late, including the designation as an accredited Buyer&#8217;s Agent and mobile updates to our site. We&#8217;re always happy to receive your referrals, and welcome referrals to families relocating to Grand Rapids as well, for whom we include a special welcome service. Best wishes for peace and prosperity throughout the holidays and in the New Year!</p>
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		<title>Cheryl Grant Earns ABR Designation&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:05:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What is the ABR Designation? The ABR® designation is only awarded to licensed real estate professionals who complete specialized training that gives them the edge in understanding a buyer&#8217;s perspective and protecting and promoting their buyer-clients&#8217; interests. Before earning the ABR® designation, buyer&#8217;s reps must also demonstrate proven experience in representing buyers. Further, they are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><em><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/abr.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-857" title="abr" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/abr-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>What is the ABR Designation?</em></strong><br />
The ABR® designation is only awarded to licensed real estate professionals who complete specialized training that gives them the edge in understanding a buyer&#8217;s perspective and protecting and promoting their buyer-clients&#8217; interests. Before earning the ABR® designation, buyer&#8217;s reps must also demonstrate proven experience in representing buyers. Further, they are committed to maintaining their professional edge by staying current on the latest issues and trends in buyer representation.</p>
<p>In addition to knowing the dynamics of the local market, REALTORS® with the ABR® designation understand the special needs of buyers. They have additional knowledge and experience that takes them a step beyond an agent who only concentrates on listing property for sellers. An ABR® can provide you with valued assistance throughout the transaction and help you make informed decisions that will lead to a successful home purchase.</p>
<p><strong>As an ABR®, I can help you:</strong></p>
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<li>Understand your specific needs and wants, and locate appropriate properties</li>
<li>Assist you in determining how much you can afford (pre-qualify your mortgage)</li>
<li>Preview and/or accompany you in viewing properties</li>
<li>Advise you in formulating your offer</li>
<li>Help you develop your negotiating strategy</li>
<li>Provide a list of qualified vendors (inspectors, attorneys, lenders, etc.) for other services you may need</li>
<li>Keep track of every detail throughout the transaction &#8211; to closing and beyond</li>
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<p><a title="Contact" href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/contact/"> Contact me </a>today if you know someone who wants a dedicated Buyer&#8217;s Representative on their side!</p>
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		<title>Smooth Moves&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:00:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Gregg and Kelly Teegardin on their home sale in East Grand Rapids and the purchase of their new home. We sold their home on Gladstone in 3 days and helped them buy a very cool &#8220;Modern&#8221; on Maplewood.  They are very excited about the new home. Kelly&#8217;s always wanted a Modern. She is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-852" style="margin: 10px;" title="gladstone150" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/gladstone150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="100" />Congratulations to Gregg and Kelly Teegardin on their home sale in East Grand Rapids and the purchase of their new home. We sold their home on Gladstone in 3 days and helped them buy a very cool &#8220;Modern&#8221; on Maplewood.  They are very excited about the new home. Kelly&#8217;s always wanted a Modern. She is an Interior Designer who is making the place home for herself, Gregg and the two children.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/2755maplewood.jpg"><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-853" title="2755maplewood" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/2755maplewood-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>Congratulations to Kurt and Janet Dietsch. We sold their home on Maplewood in East Grand Rapids in 3 days and helped them buy a condo just outside East. The views from their deck at the new condo are amazing.</p>
<p><em><strong>Why Choose Cheryl Grant to List YOUR Home:</strong></em></p>
<p>We&#8217;re decidedly different, and strong believers in bringing out a home&#8217;s inner beauty. Our listings show well to sell.</p>
<p><strong>Sellers receive:</strong></p>
<p>* Successful 10-point marketing plan<br />
* Professional Staging<br />
* Professional Photographer<br />
* Professional Floor Plan Included</p>
<p>If you know someone who could use my help buying or selling a home please let me know.</p>
<p><a title="Contact" href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/contact/">Contact us</a> for more information!</p>
<p>Or call: 822-3206</p>
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		<title>CherylGrant.com To Go&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:09:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We know mobile devices are becoming the preferred way to search the web. While our main site is fully functional already on your IPad, smart phone or tablet, we&#8217;ve created a mobile option for all of our regular web content so that you can navigate it more conveniently when you&#8217;re on the go. In addition, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/cgrant-screen-2.png"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-860" title="cgrant-screen-2" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/cgrant-screen-2-179x300.png" alt="" width="179" height="300" /></a>We know mobile devices are becoming the preferred way to search the web. While our main site is fully functional already on your IPad, smart phone or tablet, we&#8217;ve created a mobile option for all of our regular web content so that you can navigate it more conveniently when you&#8217;re on the go.</p>
<p>In addition, our web-based listing service company offers this cool mobile app to make navigating IDX MLS listings more convenient if you&#8217;re a user of Apple products.</p>
<p><a href="http://itunes.com/apps/myagentbyidx"><img class="size-full wp-image-862 alignright" title="idxapp" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/idxapp.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="219" /></a>If you&#8217;re in serious home search mode, click on the icon to the right. You will be taken to iTunes to download the app.<br />
Be sure once the app is downloaded to enter the<br />
&#8220;Cheryl Grant&#8221; code of 7286.</p>
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		<title>Survey Says: Sellers Overvalue Their Homes&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:58:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ About 76 percent of home owners believe their home is worth more than their agent&#8217;s recommended listing price &#8212; that&#8217;s up from 73 percent last year, according to a new survey conducted by HomeGain of real estate professionals and home owners. On the other hand, 68 percent of home buyers say homes are overpriced, with [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Fotolia_20948312_XS.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-848" style="margin: 10px;" title="I" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Fotolia_20948312_XS-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a> About 76 percent of home owners believe their home is worth more than their agent&#8217;s recommended listing price &#8212; that&#8217;s up from 73 percent last year, according to a new survey conducted by HomeGain of real estate professionals and home owners. On the other hand, 68 percent of home buyers say homes are overpriced, with 32 percent saying homes are overpriced by more than 10 percent. &#8220;Home buyers and sellers continue to remain apart as to home valuations with the vast majority of home owners thinking their homes are worth more than their agents and the market are telling them,&#8221; Louis Cammarosano, general manager of HomeGain said in a statement.</p>
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		<title>Check Out One Of My Newest Listings at 3434 Briar Bank Pl &#8211; Grand Rapids Twp!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:55:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fantastic Forest Hills home tucked away on wooded, private, 2-acre lot but    only minutes to downtown Grand Rapids. 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath, quality-built brick home with walkout lower level. More than 3-thousand square feet of living space plus another 1000 square feet of finished space in the lower level. Kitchen with stainless appliances is open to family [...]]]></description>
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<p>Fantastic Forest Hills home tucked away on wooded, private, 2-acre lot but    only minutes to downtown Grand Rapids. 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath, quality-built brick home with walkout lower level. More than 3-thousand square feet of living space plus another 1000 square feet of finished space in the lower level. Kitchen with stainless appliances is open to family room with beamed ceilings and wood-burning fireplace. Formal dining room and amazing formal living room with wooded views from each window. Main floor den can be converted in to 5th bedroom. Full bath is attached to main floor bedroom. Spacious second floor owner&#8217;s suite with large attached owner&#8217;s bath with dual sinks. Three more bedrooms on the second floor and a second full bath. Main floor laundry. Wonderful built-ins throughout home. Screened-in porch overlooking wooded ravine. Attached 2 stall garage. Newer roof and furnace. Low Grand Rapids township taxes. Forest Hills Northern High School and Collins Elementary. $399,000. Call me today for more info!</p>
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		<title>JD Power: RE/MAX Highest in Customer Satisfaction</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:50:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Home Buyer/Seller Study released today, buyers and sellers award RE/MAX the highest rankings in customer satisfaction. It’s clear: RE/MAX Associates like Cheryl Grant are the ones consumers trust most to guide them through one of the most challenging real estate markets ever seen in the U.S. &#8220;I want [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-805" style="margin: 5px 10px;" title="158594-JD_Power1" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/158594-JD_Power1-300x204.jpg" alt="" width="200" />In the 2011 <strong>J.D. Power and Associates</strong> Home Buyer/Seller Study released today, buyers and sellers award RE/MAX the highest rankings in customer satisfaction.</p>
<p>It’s clear: <strong>RE/MAX Associates</strong> like<strong> Cheryl Grant </strong>are the ones consumers trust most to guide them through one of the most challenging real estate markets ever seen in the U.S.</p>
<p>&#8220;I want to personally thank and congratulate every one of you for contributing to this prestigious recognition,&#8221; says RE/MAX Chairman and Co-Founder Dave Liniger. &#8220;It truly reflects your professional excellence, your enthusiasm for education, your commitment to distressed sellers, your individual drive, and many other qualities that serve the interests of your clients. Your efforts change lives, and those people have spoken.&#8221;</p>
<p>Homebuyers ranked RE/MAX on a 1,000-point scale with a score of 805 and home sellers put RE/MAX on top with 791, leading all other real estate franchises in the survey. Consumers rated RE/MAX in the following categories:</p>
<p>Overall satisfaction<br />
Agent/Salesperson professionalism<br />
Variety of additional services<br />
Real estate office<br />
Real estate company marketing (seller survey only)</p>
<p>The 2011 Home Buyer/Seller Study includes more than 4,200 evaluations from more than 3,680 respondents who bought or sold a home between March 2010 and April 2011. The study was fielded between March and May 2011.<span id="more-803"></span></p>
<p><strong>About J.D. Power and Associates</strong></p>
<p>Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is a global marketing information services company operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, performance improvement, training and customer satisfaction. The company’s quality and satisfaction measurements are based on responses from millions of consumers annually. For more information on car reviews and ratings, car insurance, health insurance, cell phone ratings, and more, please visit JDPower.com. J.D. Power and Associates is a business unit of The McGraw-Hill Companies.</p>
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		<title>Check Out this MLive Article About Realistic Seller Expectations</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[A recent article in the Grand Rapids Press highlights the challenges of selling a home in the present market, just in time for the start of the spring real estate season. On the plus side, the story reports that inventory remains at 2005 levels, meaning sellers are in better shape than they would be if [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Fotolia_2462218_XS.jpg"><img class="size-thumbnail wp-image-742 alignleft" style="margin: 10px;" title="d" src="http://www.cherylgrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Fotolia_2462218_XS-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></a>A recent article in the <strong>Grand Rapids Press</strong> highlights the challenges of selling a home in the present market, just in time for the start of the spring real estate season. On the plus side, the story reports that inventory remains at 2005 levels, meaning sellers are in better shape than they would be if the market were flooded with homes for sale. On the other hand, the phenomenon of pent-up foreclosures that were stalled in coming to market after the recent freeze on foreclosures will have an impact once those foreclosures hit the market. <strong>Cheryl Grant </strong>advises serious sellers to list their properties while inventory is low, but to keep their eyes wide open in terms of expectations.  A good place to start is to read the story <a href="http://www.mlive.com/business/west-michigan/index.ssf/2011/04/realtors_want_west_michigan_ho.html" target="_blank">&#8220;Realtors want West Michigan Home Sellers to Be Realistic, Especially About Price.&#8221;</a> The story opens by comparing the process to the five stages of grief:</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;Trying to sell a house in today’s market is a lot like going through the five stages of grief.Most people start with denial by pricing their home too high. They become angry when their home lingers and their real estate agent says they need to lower the asking price. They bargain with their agent, trying to convince them of the home’s worth. They fall into a depression as they realize their home will never sell for that price. Finally, they move on to acceptance. They lower the price and sink in a few more dollars to get an edge over the competition. And the home eventually sells.&#8221;</p>
<p>Read the rest of the story at <a href="http://www.mlive.com/business/west-michigan/index.ssf/2011/04/realtors_want_west_michigan_ho.html" target="_blank">Mlive.com</a></p>
<p><a href="/contact">Contact us</a> for an analysis of whether it&#8217;s the right time to make a move.</p></blockquote>
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