People are fascinated by the wealthy and their myriad ways
of spending their money. The press and the media make a
field day of providing this fodder for us to consider. This recent
Grand Rapids Press Article on the demolition of
Lake Macatawa Home of Richard DeVos of Amway is a
typical example of this phenomenon.
This article piqued our interest because of the impression
it gives of the DeVos family and their concerns.
This has to be one of the most expensive tear-downs in our area
—-ever.
The very wealthy have either forgotten or never cared
about the example they are showing the rest of us. In the
present climate of nearly 10% unemployment in Michigan,
this article shows how out of touch the wealthy really are.
We go on appointments every week and speak with people
who are losing their homes because of unemployment,
lowered values, and the poor buyers market.
I wonder if Mr. DeVos talks with people who are in these
situations every day?
Our business is on the forefront of the economic turmoil
this country is facing. The choice of this type of development
in the face of our current situation is puzzling to us.
How would you spend 5-6 million, if you had it?
Would you buy a huge home, a luxury car or boat, take an
expensive vacation??
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