Metro Detroit is an exciting oasis full of activities, events, and fantastic eats - and there seem to be wonderful new things and places coming to the area on a consistent basis. If these places aren’t on your radar yet, they are certainly worth a visit on your next night out!

 

Sweetgreen

167 N Old Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009

Fast food has a new look that is as welcome as it is fresh. In August of this year, Sweetgreen opened its doors to their first Michigan location in Birmingham, situated on the northwest corner of Old Woodward Ave and West Maple Road (15 Mile). While Sweetgreen is new to Michigan, the Birmingham location is actually their 170th location and they are expected to have two additional locations in Metro Detroit (Troy…

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‘Tis the season for holiday themed entertainment! Once again Metro Detroit delivers some of the best entertainment options around with some classic live, as well as some newer shows that the whole family will enjoy!

 


Whether you’re seeking to attend a Broadway hit, catch a holiday concert, or spend some time with the kids this holiday season, we have you covered on the events below. Let’s begin!
Les Misérables 
Fisher Theatre, Detroit
December 8 to January 8

Ok, unlike the rest of this list, Les Misérables isn’t exactly holiday themed, but it is a timeless Broadway musical production about love, courage & hope that we couldn’t help but include. Seen by 70 Million people over 44 countries and performed in 22 languages, Les Misérables is…

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Novi, Michigan is a wonderfully diverse city of Metro Detroit with approximately 24% of its population being of Asian descent, so it’s no surprise that it has some of the best Asian restaurants in the area.

 

Whether you’re craving hibachi, sushi, or traditional Asian fare, Novi provides some excellent, mouth-watering options for both dining in or taking out to enjoy at home that should be on everyone’s bucket list.  

China Cafe Asian Bistro 

Located on the corner of 10 Mile and Novi Road is China Cafe Asian Bistro. A testament to the American dream, owner Kelly Chang grew up in South Korea and having such a passion for Asian cuisine, always dreamed of opening his restaurant. In 1996, Kelly and his wife Susana, opened China Cafe, bringing…

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Buying a new home should be a time of excitement and celebration of achievement, but it can also be a time full of questions and anxiety. Especially for first time home buyers. However, if you arm yourself with the knowledge of what to expect and how to plan ahead, you can alleviate that stress.

There are 10 main things that every buyer should be aware of when searching for a home. It’s important to remember that the average person or family lives in their home for 13 years, so the decisions you make today will affect you for years to come.

Bank Pre-Approval

First thing first, unless you have a large amount of cash on hand, before you purchase a new home you must get approved for a loan. This typically begins with getting a pre-approval…

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In a recent article, we covered Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Novi, Michigan, in which we gave a lot of info and stats on demographics, the low crime rates, employment, schools, etc. All of that info is important to consider when moving to a new city, however, it doesn’t quite explain what it’s like to LIVE there.

 

In this article, we’re going to take a deeper look into Novi itself, along with some of the places to go and fun things to do. We’ll cover some of the local parks and share some info on what makes living in Novi, well… Novi!

 

LOCATION (Heading downtown)

Although we already touched on Novi’s location as far as proximity to downtown Detroit, DTW Airport, and Pine Knob, we wanted to dive a bit deeper into this. To do…

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As you probably know by now, Queen Elizabeth II sadly passed away on Sept 8, 2022, at 96 years old. At the time of her death, she had held the throne for over 70 years, longer than any previous monarch to reign over the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms. She led an amazing life full of charity and grace. She also had some amazing places she called home.

To put into perspective just how long Queen Elizabeth’s reign was, she took the throne in 1952 just 7 years after World War II had ended, while Winston Churchill was still the Prime Minister of England. To cover 70+ years of accomplishments made by the Queen in this article would prove impossible, however as a real estate company, our curiosities were piqued in reviewing the primary…

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If you’re considering moving to the Metro Detroit area, there are several areas to choose from, and not all cities may fit your needs. However, if you’re searching for a centrally located city that’s safe, diverse in culture and history, and has fantastic schools, lots of parks, shopping, and activities, you may want to consider the city of Novi!


Oh, you’ve never heard of Novi? It’s a good thing that we’re experts in Real Estate and very familiar with the ins and outs of the surrounding areas. And Novi just happens to be one of our favorites. Read on to learn more about what it looks like to move to this awesome city! 

History (What's in a name?)

Novi was first organized as a township in 1832 on land taken from Farmington Township, before…

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Halloween is just a couple of days away, but the real estate & financial market update isn’t as scary as some portray. Yes, shifts are continuing to take place in both markets, but where does that lead us heading into November 2022? Let’s take a look at what’s happening and how that affects us here in Metro Detroit and beyond.

Gas Prices

We had previously seen a 99 day decline on gas prices moving through the summer into September, but couldn’t quite make it past the 100 day mark. A group of countries including Russia and the OPEC Nations who control 50% of the oil supply decided to ship 2 Million LESS barrels of oil per day to countries that rely on the supply such as Europe and the United States. Why? It’s all about the Benjamins. They feel…

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It's nearly November 2022, meaning the holiday season is upon us! This of course brings lots of fun family events to Metro Detroit and you won’t want to miss our top picks taking place in and around the area. 

From holiday lights, to outdoor adventures and local & historic festivals, you are sure to enjoy one of the many events taking place this month!

All Hallows Illumination

Bring a carved, lighted pumpkin out to celebrate the 4th Annual All Hallows Illumination of Frog Island Park! Occurring the day after Halloween each year, this event promotes hope and excitement for the new season. Come dressed in costume to the park, admire the Jack-o-lanterns as they light up the amphitheater, and enjoy entertainment of fire spinners from Ypsi Jam,…

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One of the best entertainment opportunities of living in Metro Detroit is the amount of amazing concerts and comedy acts that visit the Motor city each year and its various venues. As we inch toward the holiday season, the peak concert season has officially come to a close. However, there is still a diverse lineup of exciting shows coming to town in November 2022. We even managed to squeeze in a couple of musicals for good measure.

 

CONCERTS

Smashing Pumpkins / Jane’s Addiction

Little Caesars Arena
Nov 2

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Tegan And Sara

Majestic Theatre
Nov 2

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Cheap Trick

McMorran Place Sports & Entertainment Center
Nov 4

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