Welcome to our blog!
Here, you’ll discover the cool people, places, and things that make West Michigan an extraordinary place to call HOME.
We’re Steve and Margaux Drake, co-founders of RVNU Residential and Commercial, a full-service real estate team helping clients sell and buy homes and investment properties in Michigan.
Together, we have over 60 years of knowledge of the West Michigan real estate market. We turned a $5K investment into a multi-million-dollar real estate portfolio, and we can help you do the same, starting with your HOME.
A Heartwarming Tale of Entrepreneurship, Motherhood, and Artisan Bread
West Michigan isn't just a location—it's a lifestyle, and Mercedes Reitsma is living proof. At Mer's Cottage Kitchen, this Alto, Michigan homesteader is redefining what it means to be a mompreneur, one sourdough loaf at a time.
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How One Visionary Vigneron Transformed Southwest Michigan into a World-Class Wine Destination
Forget everything you thought you knew about wine regions. Southwest Michigan is quietly becoming the most exciting wine destination you've never heard of – and James Lester is the mastermind behind this d...
Interior Designer by Day, Buyer’s Agent by Nights & Weekends: Discover the Superhero Professional Transforming Spaces and Lives in Grand Rapids
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Imagine a professional who doesn't just sell properties, but crafts lifestyle experiences. Meet Jessica Griffis - the extraordinary West Michigan profes...
One Entrepreneur's Delicious Journey of Passion, Purpose, and Puppy Love
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West Michigan isn't just a place—it's a community of dreamers and doers, and Rebekah White perfectly embodies this spirit. Her groundbreaking venture, Pink Paw Patisserie, isn't just a food truck; it's a testament to follow...
Discover Idlewild Farm - Where Family, Flowers, and Passion Grow Together
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West Michigan isn't just a location—it's a living, breathing canvas of innovation, passion, and community spirit. Enter Heather Snippe, co-founder of Idlewild Farm, a testament to the extraordinary people who make this reg...
Discover the Artistic Magic Behind Carol Wagen's Jewelry Haven in Grand Rapids
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In the Uptown Grand Rapids neighborhood of East Hills, Metal Art Studio stands as a testament to West Michigan's extraordinary creative spirit. Co-owner Carol Wagen and her talented team of jewelers are redefining fin...
How Jolana Manino is Bringing Authentic Italian Cuisine and Community Spirit to the Uptown area of Grand Rapids
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Forget everything you thought you knew about Midwestern dining. West Michigan is a cultural kaleidoscope, and Testa Rossa Italian Ristorante in Grand Rapids is its sparkling centerpiec...
A Taste of Entrepreneurial Magic: One Family's Journey from Tiny Bakery to Culinary Destination
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West Michigan isn't just a location—it's a canvas for extraordinary stories of passion and innovation. Meet Kelly Toland, the culinary entrepreneur who's transforming how we experience food and travel...
How One Leader is Transforming the Ada Hotel into a Community Destination
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In the heart of downtown Ada, Michigan, Becky Jones is proving that exceptional hospitality is more than just a job—it's an art form. As the General Manager of the Ada Hotel—an elevated, boutique stay built with community ...
How One Local Expert is Transforming Women's Health and Wellness
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Dr. Diana Bitner is redefining women's healthcare here in West Michigan, one patient at a time. As a pioneering OB-GYN and co-founder of true. Women's Health, she's not just treating symptoms – she's empowering women to take contro...
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