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 downtown parade, the Earth Harp, fireworks over the Grand River and a city full of energy kicked off one of West Michigan’s biggest celebrations of creativity.
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ArtPrize 2026 is officially underway—and Grand Rapids knows how to make an entrance.
The Opening Celebration on S...
ArtPrize returns September 18–October 3—with Preview Week starting September 12—and this year Grand Rapids is turning up the volume on dance, music, visual art and fashion.
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Every fall, something pretty extraordinary happens in Grand Rapids.
The city itself becomes the galler...
The story behind Coffee with Steve & Margaux—and the cool people who make West Michigan an extraordinary place to call home
A year ago, Steve & Margaux Drake hit publish on a simple idea: sit down over coffee and spotlight the cool people, places, and things that make West Michigan an incredible pl...
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...
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