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.
How Grand Action 2.0 is Transforming Downtown & Beyond
When you think about the people shaping the future of West Michigan, Kara Wood is at the top of the list. As the Executive Director of Grand Action 2.0, Kara leads the transformational projects that are reimagining downtown Grand Rapids—making ...
Chef-owner Jennifer Bosch shares the story of transforming a rough roadside bar into a family-friendly, locally sourced dining destination.
West Michigan has a way of reinventing itself—and few stories illustrate that better than the transformation of Smyrna Bar & Restaurant. Seven years ago, Chef ...
How 19-Year-Old Brennan Grabinski Turned His TikTok Scroll into a Thriving Auto Detailing Business That Comes to You
Ever wish your messy car could clean itself?
Meet Brennan Grabinski—the 19-year-old founder of Binski Customs, a mobile car detailing business serving West Michigan with pro-level pol...
Why This Midwest City Is America’s Best-Kept Secret
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Grand Rapids is on the rise—and the nation is noticing. Recently named the #1 City on the Rise by LinkedIn, this West Michigan gem is attracting talent, jobs, and new residents at record speed. But what makes it such an extraordinary place to v...
From family-friendly festivals to nightlife events, here’s your complete guide to making the most of the Labor Day Holiday and beyond in Michigan.
What makes a place truly special? It's not just the lakes or the craft beer scene - it's the cool people creating unforgettable experiences that make We...
Why This West Michigan Realtor Is Redefining What It Means to Work with Heart
When you meet Addison Hull-Pringle, it’s clear: she’s not your typical Realtor. As a licensed agent with RVNU Residential, Addison is part of a new wave of real estate professionals changing the tone of home buying and se...
Leah Sienkowski's Dream Goats proves that following your passion can lead to extraordinary places - and adorable baby goat cuddles
What happens when a biology student falls in love with storytelling, nature, and the ancient bond between humans and animals? You get Leah Sienkowski, the visionary beh...
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...
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