Deciding whether to rent or buy a home is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—especially in 2025, when the housing market is evolving rapidly. At the Keefer Fischer Real Estate Team, led by Kerry Keefer Fischer, we help clients in Kalamazoo, Portage, Mattawan and throughout Southwest Michigan evaluate their options and choose the right path based on their goals, budget and lifestyle. Why Buying Can Still Be Smart Although there are some strong reasons to rent, the

You’ve listed your home, cleaned every corner, and waited for offers to roll in—but nothing’s happening. If your home has been sitting on the market longer than expected, you’re not alone. At the Keefer Fischer Real Estate Team , led by Kerry Keefer Fischer , we often help homeowners in Southwest Michigan —including Kalamazoo, Portage, Battle Creek, and Mattawan —figure out what’s holding their property back and how to get it sold fast. Let’s look at the most common reasons w

If you’ve been watching the real estate market in Southwest Michigan , you might have noticed something interesting — some homes sell within days, while others seem to sit on the market for weeks or even months. So, what makes the difference? At the Keefer Fischer Real Estate Team , led by Kerry Keefer Fischer , we’ve seen firsthand what helps homes move quickly in areas like Kalamazoo, Portage, Battle Creek and Mattawan  — and what can cause them to linger. Let’s break it do