I was born and raised in Lower Michigan where I served 14 years in the Michigan Army National Guard as an Infantryman. After spending the last nine years of my life working as a Quality Technician in a large Pharmaceutical company I realized it was not for me. It was time to pursue a career helping others realize their dreams all while my family and I realize ours. As an avid outdoorsman I have grown to love all that the Upper Peninsula has to offer. If you are not from this area one taste and you will be hooked just like my family and I were. We enjoy kayaking, hunting, site seeing, hiking, and camping.
My goal in real estate is help you realize your dreams and goals whether that be owning a home, a hunting camp/recreational property, rental property, or a long-term investment opportunity. As your Agent I bring a hardworking, dedicated, straightforward, no pressure approach to helping you achieve your goals. Taking care of your needs and keeping your best interest in mind is the highest of my priorities.
I am people-oriented, customer-focused and have developed a large to network of contacts through my 22 years of direct sales experience which will work to your advantage whether I am selling your property or looking for the perfect place for you. I was born and raised in the Copper Country, so I am very familiar with all that our unique and beautiful area has to offer. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Master’s degree in Operations Management from Michigan Tech and worked in California and Minnesota as a quality and project engineer before returning to the area. I was a top performing seller and conducted demonstrations in over 1500 homes which developed my ability to meet customers’ needs while giving me access to homes throughout the area. My work as an academic advisor further developed my ability to work with people and to help them to meet their goals. I am energetic, hard-working and detail-oriented and I am ready to do my best whether you are looking to sell your property or to find the place that has all of the features that you are looking for within your budget.
Hello my name is Harold A. Rapson Jr. I am originally from Fort Gratiot, Michigan and Graduated from Port Huron Northern High School in 1990. Then attended ITT Institute in Fort Wayne Indiana and received an associate degree in automotive repair. I then realized that that was not the career that I wanted to pursue. I started the surveying profession in 1992 and I realized immediately that this was the profession for me. I started working as a rod man and I worked my way up the ladder and after being a crew chief for 4 years I decided to move to the Copper Country to attend Michigan Technology University. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2008. After passing the state examinations I received my Professional Surveyors license and established Clearwater Surveying. After working with local realtors for the last five years I’ve seen that buyers and sellers of real estate could also benefit from my surveying background. I put in the extra work and received my real estate salesperson license in 2013 and started working for Northern Michigan Land Brokers. With a strong work ethic, knowledge of real estate and surveying background I can assist you in selling or buying your piece of this amazing place we call the Copper Country. I am proud to have established my business to serve the people of the beautiful Copper Country. I enjoy snowmobiling, hunting and being outdoors.
“Dale Gordon has been active as a Licensed Real Estate Agent since 2002. He specializes in selling recreational, residential, and commercial properties. Being a full time licensed Realtor, Dale focuses all of his talents & energies into meeting your needs whether buying or selling! An avid outdoorsman & sports enthusiast, His passion for the outdoors also includes camping, boating, skiing, snowmobiling & golfing. His love for the great outdoors & his enthusiasm for real estate have led him to join the Northern Michigan Land Brokers team. Dale is a lifelong resident, and has extensive knowledge about the Upper Peninsula. If you are looking to sell residential properties or recreational land, or if you are looking to purchase the best Michigan has to offer, let Dale give you the highest level of service you deserve. He’ll go out of my way to make sure you find your dream property!!”
Born and raised in Big Bay, MI, Charlie is the local Real Estate expert in the Big Bay area. At one point in time, he’s sold most of the properties in this market. Still living in Big Bay today, Charlie knows the area as well as any and has an edge over the competition with his local knowledge. Charlie enjoys the outdoors as well as playing and coaching tennis. If your interested in the Big Bay area, Charlie is the go to Agent.
I was born and raised in the Upper Peninsula and graduated from NMU with a bachelor’s degree in Merchandising and Design. I left the area for 10 years lived on Nantucket Island off of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, then in Chicago, Illinois. If you are looking for a new home and this is a new area to you I lived away long enough to appreciate how special our area is. Having been raised here, traveled, and lived away; I can offer both local knowledge and an understanding of what buyers and sellers are looking for. If you are looking to sell your home, I offer my professional home staging( juliewaaradesign.com) as a service and firmly believe in the merits of professional real estate photography to showcase your home. Your home is usually your largest financial asset and I believe in putting out your best sales effort from the beginning. I like to use Open Houses as a great way to showcase the uniqueness that your home has. I understand how emotional the home selling process can be after selling 3 of my own homes in the last 10 years. In selling your home; the biggest source of stress is the preparation, waiting and wondering. I will do my best to minimize those and get you to the next place that you would like to be.
I have been in the real estate business since 1998. I sold real estate in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area early in my career. I moved back to Calumet in 2000 and have been practicing real estate here in Michigan since then. I have two beautiful daughters and two grandchildren back in Minnesota.
My main priority in this business is to be available and responsive to my clients. Combining my responsiveness with hard work is what has made me successful in my career. I service the counties of Houghton, Keweenaw, Baraga and Ontonagon. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact me anytime. I’ve been selling real estate successfully for 14 years and hope to make you my next satisfied customer.
Put my experience to work for you, and please contact me with ANY questions when you are purchasing or selling real estate. Feel free to e-mail me at janbanfield@gmail.com
” Since 2012, I’ve closed more units than any other real estate agent in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan! My main coverage area consists of Keweenaw, Houghton, Baraga, and Ontonagon counties. I own the Houghton Branch of Northern Michigan Land Brokers, where we are very effective at selling land and homes all over the Western Upper Peninsula. I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan Tech in Forestry, and also own Northwoods Forest Management where I manage forests for private landowners. With my combined knowledge of our natural resources, extensive sales training, and an aggressive work ethic, I have enjoyed a rewarding, productive career with over 20 years in the real estate business. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home, waterfront, vacant land, or some fantastic upper peninsula hunting and fishing property, call me for a refreshing new experience in real estate.”
A retired firefighter, Brian is dedicated to helping people. Born and raised near Marquette in Skandia he is proud of his Yooper heritage and his Yooper values. NMLB is proud of Brian for his constant diligence, humor and intelligence. Brian has a unique ability to work with clients and customers from all walks of life from the youngsters looking for their first property to the second home buyer looking for that 7 figure get away. Brian brings years of sales experience to our company and is a multimillion dollar producer. Brian accepts calls evenings and weekends is ambitious and strives to always provide the best customer service in the area. He works hard to get results and prides himself in the personal attention he brings all clients large and small. Call or email him today.
Bob Sullivan was the first member of the Realtor Land Institute in the U.P. and specializes in Waterfront, Resort recreational, Vacation Homes, Log Cabin Homes, Timberland and Vacant land throughout our beautiful peninsula. Bob is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) with over 28 years experience in Upper Peninsula Real Estate and nearly 17 years as Owner / Broker of Northern Michigan Land Brokers in Marquette, Michigan. An avid and experienced woodsman, hunter, fisherman, boater, explorer and land looker, you will find Bob on the beaches, in the mountains, paddling a remote private lake or setting up vigil in a tree stand. Bob Sullivan received a Bachelors of Science degree from Grand Valley State University and was a Certified Social Worker in the State of Michigan for over 12 years prior to entering the Real Estate domain. Bob also coordinates real estate investments for clients and offers Land Consultation and Management Services. Owner of R. Sullivan Land Company L.L.C., Republic Lands L.L.C. and Northern Michigan Land Company L.L.C. as well as Northern Michigan Land Brokers
Testimonials:
“Bob was extremely patient and took the time to show us a variety of excellent properties. The property we purchased was not listed at the time, he investigated the property and approached the owner about a possible sale. He then put together a deal we were very satisfied with. Great guy to work with!”
Buyer Client
“I have both bought and sold a home with Bob as my agent. He is excellent at understanding the needs of both sellers and buyers. He is honest beyond question. His follow through is excellent. He represented my interests as both buyer and seller and was always candid with me about my options giving advice without forcing any decision on me. I have and will continue to give him my unqualified recommendation to anyone looking to buy or sell real estate.”
Home Buyer and Seller Client
“When I bought and sold my properties in the Marquette area my decision was easy. Bob is a person of integrity and honesty, these two qualities a essential for me when engaging in transaction. This is why it was an easy decision when I needed a Realtor in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.”
Dave CrawfordVacant Acreage Buyer and Seller
“I Listed a large remote acreage parcel in a difficult market with Bob. He was enthusiastic, communicative, aggressive in the pursuit of marketing methods and avenues and very knowledgeable and helpful with regard to determining the property’s potential. I would highly recommend listing any type of property with Bob.”
Large Acreage Real Estate Investor
“I just wanted to thank you for your expertise and assistance in brokering the sale of our land on Lake Superior. I appreciated your professionalism and you getting the deal closed promptly.”
