State of Michigan Real Estate: Market Outlook Panel – Monthly Meetup

Connect with Grand Rapids and West Michigan real estate investors, housing providers, and industry professionals. What are real estate professionals seeing in Michigan's housing market, and what could current conditions mean for investors and rental property owners? Join the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM) for its November Grand Rapids Real Estate Investor Monthly Meetup, featuring a moderated panel discussion on Michigan and West Michigan real estate market conditions. Meet the Panelists Mike Smallegan Broker/Owner, Smallegan Real Estate Mike has extensive experience in the West Michigan residential real estate market, with more than 2,000 homes sold over his career. His team ranked first in its local MLS in 2025, and he also administers the Grand Rapids Informed online community. Jason Lash Team Lead and Associate Broker, The Lash Group – Epique Realty Jason is a West Michigan real estate professional with more than a decade of experience working with homebuyers, sellers, and real estate investors. A Kentwood native, he brings deep knowledge of the local market and extensive experience evaluating opportunities and navigating residential transactions. His work with clients ranging from first-time buyers to seasoned investors gives him a broad view of buyer and seller activity, investment demand, and the market conditions affecting real estate decisions throughout West Michigan. Moderator: Erika Farley, Executive Director, RPOAM Topics will include: • Current Michigan and West Michigan residential real estate market conditions • Housing inventory and buyer and seller activity • Property values and emerging market trends • Investment demand and considerations for real estate investors and housing providers • Perspectives from professionals working directly in the local market Date: Monday, November 9 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM Location: Peppino’s Downtown, Upper Deck 130 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Registration is free but required. Please register in advance to reserve your spot and check in upon arrival. Hosted by the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan (RPOAM) rpoaonline.org | 616-454-3385 | [email protected]