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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.

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10 Things to Do in Grand Rapids This Summer Jun 02, 2026

Steve & Margaux’s favorite West Michigan summer hits—lanterns, festivals, live music, dunes, baseball, and big-city concert energy 

Summer in West Michigan doesn’t whisper—it shows off. In this episode of Coffee with Steve & Margaux, we share a punchy list of can’t-miss experiences that make Grand ...

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Coffee, Flowers & a 1996 Japanese Mini Truck: Meet Noonday Coffee May 05, 2026

How One Tiny Honda K Truck Is Brewing Big Joy in West Michigan

Read Time: 1.5 minutes

What happens when a 1996 Honda Japanese mini truck, craft coffee, and fresh flowers collide?

You get something that makes West Michigan even cooler.

On this episode of Coffee with Steve & Margaux, we welcomed C...

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Mother’s Day, the West Michigan Way Apr 28, 2026

Simple, Meaningful, and Budget-Friendly Ways to Celebrate in Grand Rapids

When you think about Mother’s Day, what comes to mind? Big brunch reservations? Fancy gifts?

On this episode of Coffee with Steve & Margaux, Steve and Margaux Drake shared something different: their favorite Mother’s Day mem...

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