As spring arrives in Mid-Michigan, it brings more than warmer days and blooming landscapes—it offers a fresh opportunity to improve how our homes support daily life. Healthy by design is about making thoughtful upgrades that enhance comfort, wellness, and functionality, helping you and your family live better this season and beyond.
This spring, the focus is clear: living well. As the seasons shift and homes open once again to fresh air and natural light, it’s the perfect time to rethink how our living spaces make us feel. A wellness home isn’t about luxury for luxury’s sake—it’s about intentionally designing areas of your home that help you feel better, breathe better, and ultimately live better.
The Michigan Green Schools Program supports and celebrates the achievements of PreK-12 schools in protecting the state’s air, land, water and ecosystems through their commitments to environmental education and stewardship actions. For the 2023-2024 school year, 343 schools were designated as Michigan Green Schools. Wow!
That charming old house might have beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, but what about the hidden surprises – like a family of squirrels in the attic or plumbing that last worked properly in the ‘90s? A home inspection is like a first date for your house – it reveals the good, the bad, and the “you might want to run!” Whether you’re buying, selling or just making sure your home isn’t hiding any expensive secrets, here’s why a thorough inspection is worth every penny.
If asked to describe the real estate market over the last few years in one word, “challenging” sums it up nicely. We have watched the inventory shrink, the prices remain strong and stable, and the mortgage interest rates hit over 7%. We have watched buyers and sellers drop out of the market, waiting to see where the crazy post-COVID economy would take us. If ever there was a time when a professional realtor could be the difference between success and failure, that time is now.
Recycling and salvage play a crucial role in reducing waste and repurposing valuable materials, but many people don’t fully understand the difference between the two. Jim Dimarco, Owner of Scrap Dog Recycling & Salvage, explains how the industry works, common misconceptions and the most valuable discarded materials.
Move over, bold brights and cool neutrals – 2025 is bringing warmth, richness and a touch of indulgence with PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse! This deliciously deep brown is like a comforting cup of cocoa, a velvety espresso or that perfect bite of chocolate cake. In other words, it’s a shade that soothes the soul while keeping things effortlessly sophisticated.
Imagine stepping into your garden on a summer morning, the air alive with the soft buzz of bees, the flash of a butterfly’s wings catching the light, and a hummingbird hovering gracefully over a cluster of blooms. More than a delight to watch, these tiny visitors are working hard to keep our ecosystems and food supply thriving.
