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The Best Parts of a Home Aren't on the Listing
Nicole Collen 10/28/26 Nicole Collen 10/28/26

The Best Parts of a Home Aren't on the Listing

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The Little Things That Make a House Feel Expensive (Without Spending a Fortune)
Nicole Collen 10/21/26 Nicole Collen 10/21/26

The Little Things That Make a House Feel Expensive (Without Spending a Fortune)

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The House You Love vs. The House That Actually Makes Sense
Nicole Collen 10/14/26 Nicole Collen 10/14/26

The House You Love vs. The House That Actually Makes Sense

The gorgeous kitchen. The dreamy primary suite. The house you can't stop thinking about. But does it actually make sense for your life? Let's talk about what matters beyond the pretty pictures.

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Thinking About Buying a Home in West Michigan? Let’s Talk About What You Should Do First.
Nicole Collen 10/7/26 Nicole Collen 10/7/26

Thinking About Buying a Home in West Michigan? Let’s Talk About What You Should Do First.

Thinking about buying a home in West Michigan but have no idea what you’re supposed to do first? Let’s make it simple. Here’s what I’d want you to know before we start touring homes—from getting pre-approved to figuring out what and where you actually want to buy.

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Which West Michigan Town Matches Your Personality?
Nicole Collen 9/30/26 Nicole Collen 9/30/26

Which West Michigan Town Matches Your Personality?

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Date Night Ideas Locals Actually Love (Grand Haven to Grand Rapids)
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Date Night Ideas Locals Actually Love (Grand Haven to Grand Rapids)

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Hidden Gems: Food, Coffee & Shopping from Grand Haven to Grand Rapids
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Hidden Gems: Food, Coffee & Shopping from Grand Haven to Grand Rapids

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Best Breweries from Grand Rapids to the Lakeshore
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Best Breweries from Grand Rapids to the Lakeshore

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Fall in West Michigan: Your Guide to the Best of the Season
Nicole Collen 9/4/26 Nicole Collen 9/4/26

Fall in West Michigan: Your Guide to the Best of the Season

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Best Farmers Markets from the Lakeshore to Grand Rapids
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Best Farmers Markets from the Lakeshore to Grand Rapids

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Best Waterfront Restaurants Along the Lakeshore
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Best Waterfront Restaurants Along the Lakeshore

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Best Sunset-Watching Spots Along the Lakeshore
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Best Sunset-Watching Spots Along the Lakeshore

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Nicole Collen

Collen It Home

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The best parts of a home aren’t usually in the listing description. 

It’s the way the afternoon light hits the living room. The kitchen everyone somehow ends up in. The little everyday moments that make a place feel like yours. 

Because
October, you’ve been a busy little thing. 🍂🤎

Full calendars, good friends, family time, work days, and a whole lot of life in between. 

Feeling extra grateful for this season of life.
Some real estate takes deserve a little side-eye. 

From waiting on interest rates to trusting Zestimate a little too much.

Buying, selling, and living in West Michigan doesn’t have to be complicated. But a little perspective never hurts. 

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Feeling thankful for my beautiful life 🤍
This house has entered the chat… and we love her for it.

Color. Texture. Vintage details. Original wood. A piano. THAT map. 

More houses with personality, please. 

Now I need to know: would this house make you stop scrolling? If so, DM me f
Which side are you on? Comment A or B for each one, I want to see your picks. And if any of these got you dreaming about your next home, send me a DM and let's talk. 

Hi! I'm @collen.it.home, your West Michigan realtor. Follow along for more local g
Some days just hit different. This was one of them.

From girly hangs to beautiful homes with a little education built in. I live for these days of connection.

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1171 Plainfield Ave NE nicolecollen@616realty.com
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 248-974-5359

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