More About Us
More About Dave...
After graduating from Western Michigan University's Department of Geology, I accepted my first position with a consulting company, where my primary duties were to assess the condition of various properties from an environmental, regulatory, and liability perspective. Later, I accepted a position with an engineering and land consulting firm, where I worked for three years as a geologic/ environmental consultant including project work with: geotechnical, well construction/logging, surveying, permitting, development, mapping, engineering, due diligence, and technical reporting in order to facilitate property transactions for a vast clientele, from individuals to national corporations. I now work as an Exploration Geologist, Landman, and environmental advisor for the mining industry throughout the Upper Peninsula. My duties include geologic exploration for mineral deposits, mineral rights research/acquisition, land work, and environmental consulting work. I know the land... literally.
Not only do I take full advantage of the recreational opportunities that Northern Michigan has to offer, but my beautiful wife and I gave into the "call" and live full-time in the Marquette area. I have devoted my career to knowing all facets of the land business. I know the rocks, I know the dirt, I know the water, I know the regulations, and, most importantly, I know how to achieve my client's objectives. When you're ready to pursue your own dreams, or if you just want to kick ideas around... let me know!
More About Wendy...
I too have devoted my professional work to the various aspects of the land business. After graduating from Western Michigan University, my first position was with an environmental consulting company where my primary duties included: land research, parcel identification, deed searches, aerial photo review, working with local municipal officials, zoning review, etc. After we got married, I accepted a position with the same engineering and land consulting firm as my husband. I was able to further develop my strong project coordination and land research skills, and eagerly progressed into many aspects of the land planning/permitting process. I have worked on numerous residential developments, vacant land acreages, and recreational projects as well as large commercial projects. I can manage the varying details of any land-related project including: financing, deadlines, environmental/ ecological issues, and I know how to coordinate the many aspects involved while completing a real estate deal. I am familiar with federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and requirements.
With my experiences, and the places I've lived and worked; I have come to the conclusion that nothing can beat the unique beauty and culture of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is our goal to handle your real estate needs with the level of professionalism, care, and efficiency that I would expect myself. The purchase or sale of real estate involves many significant decisions, I can guide you, and we can reach your objectives!
What Sets Us Apart...
Of course, working with us gives you 24/7 access to two individually licensed agents, as opposed to one agent, or an agent and assistant with restricted duties. We always have your interests covered and are ready to react with incredible efficiency. When you call or email us... we will personally reply or answer the phone, not an assistant you do not know. If we ever miss a call we reply in a timely manner, which means as soon as we enter an area with cell phone service, not days later. We consistently go above and beyond what others do... why? simply because it is what we would expect ourselves. When the occasion arises where we do not know an answer to your question, we'll tell you we don't know and go find the answer. We are intimately familiar with our properties... we've personally walked them, and had fun doing it. We are not a volume operation where agents seem to be completely unfamiliar with their properties or their clients. We are a quality operation that takes the time to do things right.
We try very hard to maintain a separation from what many folks might call the "typical real estate agent". We take the time to work along with you and see what you're really looking for out of an agent. Remember, we are acting as your agent and we work for you. We take that very seriously.
We also try to offer new and innovative services to our clients such as: hunting lease management, our exclusive Property Preview Service, and this website. Each of us uses the most up to date technology including new digital cameras, camcorders, e-mail capable phones, computers, etc. We are always thinking of new ways to better serve our clients. We also love to work with clients that may not be looking for the typical property, or may have interesting ideas to sell their land... if you're kicking any ideas around - call us!
Our difference from others in our industry can be summed up with the phrase "Love the Land". Everything we do begins with the premise and it shows. Each of us has completely devoted our careers to the land business, not too many folks can say they truly love their job... we can! Call us today to discuss what we can do for you...
