<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Kristin Ruther]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading real estate agent in West Michigan with 80+ five-star reviews. Expert staging, strong marketing, and trusted guidance for buyers and sellers.]]></description><link>https://www.kristinruther.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:50:47 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kristinruther.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Right Where You Want To Be: Life in Byron Center, Michigan at 9155 J Ave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Right in the heart of it all. This home, put you in the middle of a community people love – top rated schools, local favorites, and everything you need just minutes away. From classic spots for fried chicken and homestyle meals to ice cream runs on a summer night… It’s all part of living here. Pick up fresh flowers, grab local meats, run your errands, or head over to Tanger Outlet for a full day of shopping. This is Byron Center living – simple, connected, and convenient.]]></description><link>https://www.kristinruther.com/post/right-where-you-want-to-be-life-in-byron-center-michigan-at-9155-j-ave</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0a88d93935ce4a770a050</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:37:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/https://video.wixstatic.com/video/17e38e_9af8239e491f473aac1ee6bef9ffaeea/file" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>kristin1954</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Impressions Matter: Front Door Fixes Buyers Notice]]></title><description><![CDATA[When buyers pull up to a home for the first time, they are already forming an opinion before they step inside. The entryway sets the tone for everything that follows. Here are three simple areas that make a big difference. Tip #1: The Door Itself Start with the door. If the paint is faded, chipped, or worn, it immediately catches a buyer’s eye. A freshly painted door makes the entire entrance feel updated and cared for. Choose a classic color that complements the home’s exterior. If the...]]></description><link>https://www.kristinruther.com/post/first-impressions-matter-front-door-fixes-buyers-notice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aad073d66894c6d6f396ec</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:13:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17e38e_db5feefdce3f4ed9a45f8f619e2e824d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kristin1954</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Your Home Overly Personalized?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once I was at a showing of a house, we opened the bathroom door. The room was filled with steam, the mirror was fogged, and the shower was still wet.

The seller had clearly just finished using it.

It created a strange moment for everyone in the room... ]]></description><link>https://www.kristinruther.com/post/clutter-eats-equity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a9c59ca29c2f981478d2e6</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:49:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17e38e_aa5c505fceb54aa99d7a1e51f84adf2e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>kristin1954</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>