RE/MAX Lakeshore | Spring Lake

Passionate about real estate and the unique charm of West Michigan, Ben is your go-to guy when it comes to finding the perfect property. His strong negotiation skills and commitment to client satisfaction make the buying process a breeze. When he's not assisting clients, you can catch Ben cruising on the water, living the boater's dream in this picturesque region.

Broker Owner of RE/MAX Lakeshore (22 Years Experience). I am a lifelong West Michigan resident and proponent of all things summer! Whether it is enjoying beautiful Lake Michigan beaches, or playing tennis outside -- I love summer in Michigan. I became an owner of RE/MAX Lakeshore in 2007 and have since grown it from a single office of 20 agents to a multi-office company of over 70 agents with offices in Holland, South Haven, Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Zeeland, MI. Along with RE/MAX Lakeshore, I have been the winner of many Regional and International awards including RE/MAX Hall of Fame (2013), Children’s Miracle Network Office of the Year (2014,2024,2025), Broker/Owner of the Year (2014,2022,2024), The RE/MAX of Michigan Distinguished Service Award (2015), the RE/MAX of Michigan E’Sprit deCorps Award (2017), Lifetime Achievement (2021), New Franchise of the Year (2023), Recruiter of the Year (2022,2023,2024) and Excellence in Technology (2023). In 2025, I also received the prestigious "Norman W Helm Award" after the founder of RE/MAX of Michigan which is a once in a career award presented to the person who embodies our founder and unquestionably enhanced and advanced the image of RE/MAX, whether through education, sales, cause marketing, promotions, public relations, or customer service. RE/MAX Lakeshore was voted the Holland Sentinel “Best of the Best Real Estate Company 2021” and honored as one of the Swanepoel Mega 1000 Brokerages since 2018. I am a graduate of Calvin College and Holland Christian Schools. My husband and I have seven children, and I love to do yoga, play tennis, golf, pickleball and sit on the beach or by the pool. I love my job! It is a mix of managing, listing, selling, and just having fun! Every day brings something new.

Born and raised in the beautiful West Michigan area, I have developed a deep appreciation for its natural beauty, charming communities, and strong sense of community. With over a decade of experience in the automotive sales industry, I bring a unique perspective to the real estate market. With exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to providing outstanding customer service, I have built a stellar reputation among clients and colleagues alike. As a lifelong resident of West Michigan, I possess an intimate knowledge of the local neighborhoods, school districts, and amenities. Whether you're searching for a cozy home in a small town or a stunning lakefront property, I am happy to help you along the way in every step of the buying or selling process!

With over three decades of proven success as a respected educator, Shawn Lawton brings the same passion, dedication, and leadership to real estate that he brought to his award-winning career in music. For 32 years, he proudly served as Director of Choirs at Mona Shores High School, home of America’s Tallest Singing Christmas Tree, inspiring thousands of students and building nationally recognized programs. Real estate has long been a shared passion for Shawn and his wife, Molly, and he is thrilled to now turn that lifelong interest into a full-time profession with The Movement Team, powered by RE/MAX Lakeshore. This collaboration allows him to combine his own strengths with the resources and mentorship of one of the area’s top-performing groups. Known for being meticulous, caring, and driven, Shawn is committed to listening closely, communicating clearly, and guiding clients with patience and attention to detail. Outside of real estate, Shawn is a proud first-time grandfather who enjoys family time, the arts, travel, birding, and discovering new restaurants. Whether in the classroom, on stage, or now in real estate, he has always been dedicated to building connections and strengthening his community.