Builder-grade due diligence
We walk every showing with licensed-builder eyes. We diagnose structure, systems, and moisture risk, separate cosmetic from costly, and give realistic repair/renovation ranges before you write.
Find Your Dream Home in Grand Rapids
You deserve more than a tour and a guess. The Brandon Wilcox Home Group pairs a licensed REALTOR® with a licensed builder so you can buy in Grand Rapids and greater West Michigan with clarity on condition, costs, and long-term value. We do not push renovations. We give straight numbers so you choose the right home and the right scope—if any.
The Brandon Wilcox Home Group Advantage
Numbers that win negotiations
Your offer is built on comps plus documented line-item cost ranges. We defend price, negotiate credits or repairs with receipts, and reduce appraisal risk in the Grand Rapids market.
One trusted team, zero drag
Access our vetted inspectors, lenders, and trades across West Michigan—managed to a single standard and timeline. Fewer handoffs. Faster answers. Clear decisions.
How We Help Buyers in Grand Rapids
Step 1: Strategy & Search
Define move-in ready, light refresh, or project home. We filter by location, budget, and true condition to save time and avoid dead ends.
Step 2: On-Site Evaluation & Diligence
We review roof, foundation, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, moisture, windows, insulation, and life-cycle items. You get clear ranges for repair or renovation where relevant.
Step 3: Offer & Negotiation
We justify price with comps and documented costs, negotiate credits or repairs when appropriate, and keep the deal aligned to your priorities.
Step 4: Closing & After Close
No pressure to renovate. If you want updates, we provide a right-sized plan with timelines and estimates. If not, you move in with confidence.
What We Evaluate Before You Write
- Structural movement, water management, and drainage
- Roof age, flashing, ventilation, and attic health
- Electrical panel capacity, bonding, and visible safety issues
- HVAC age, performance, and expected remaining life
- Plumbing supply, drains, and leak risk areas
- Basement and crawlspace moisture indicators
- Windows, insulation, and energy-efficiency upgrades
- Code/safety items that can derail an appraisal
- Cosmetic vs. structural work to avoid overspending
Areas We Serve
Grand Rapids, Ada, Rockford, East Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Caledonia, Wyoming, Kentwood, and surrounding West Michigan communities.
Buyer FAQs
Do you recommend renovating every home?
No. We only suggest work when it improves net value or reduces risk. Many clients buy move-in ready. The builder advantage is optional.
Can you estimate renovation costs before I write an offer?
Yes. We provide realistic ranges common to Grand Rapids real estate so you can price with confidence.
Will you attend the inspection?
Yes. We review findings through a licensed builder lens and help prioritize what matters for safety, value, and negotiation.
How do you get paid?
We’re your licensed REALTOR®. Our compensation is typically paid through the transaction. Any post-close work is separate and always optional.
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