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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.

Where Flowers Bloom: Inside Southside Flower Market in East Grand Rapids, MI May 06, 2025

A must-visit European-inspired floral shop led by women, designed for creativity, and connection

Tucked into Bretton Village, Southside Flower Market isn’t just a flower shop—it’s a mood, led by two powerhouse women: Renee Koops and Ann Potter.


Walk inside and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into ...

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