After residency or fellowship, many physicians in Grand Rapids start thinking about the next housing step. For some, that means moving from a rental into a first home. For others, it means selling a condo, townhouse, or smaller first home and buying a property that better fits a new role, income, commute, family plan, or…
Medical residents and fellows in Grand Rapids often ask a simple question: should I keep renting, or does it make sense to buy? The answer depends on your timeline, training stage, loan options, cash position, student loans, commute, and whether you expect to stay in West Michigan after residency or fellowship. There is no one-size-fits-all…
Yes, doctors, residents, fellows, dentists, veterinarians, and some other medical professionals may be able to buy a home in Grand Rapids with a physician loan. The details depend on the lender, the borrower, the loan program, the property, and the timing of the purchase. The bigger question is not just whether a physician loan exists….