RE/MAX United Grand Rapids

Our sales performance at a glance

See how RE/MAX United Grand Rapids has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

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Properties for sale

Sold properties

$431k

Average sale price

$23.7m

Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) where the agent was a part of the transaction and published on ratemyagent.com. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

Meet the team

Get to know the 17 agents at RE/MAX United Grand Rapids.

Brenda Gartzke

Real Estate Agent / REALTOR®

(64 reviews)

About Brenda

Brenda has long been a Top Producer in the Rockford office. She has been a Realtor for more than 29 years and still finds it fulfilling and rewarding. During the 29+ years she has been top in the Relocation Specialist area both incoming and outgoing. Brenda's specialty though, is in residential homes sales, with a high volume contributed to country properties and lake front homes. This accomplishment comes as a result of her love for the business and her desire to help people reach their goals and dreams. "I give both buyers and sellers honest information and superior service. By conducting my business this way, I feel that no matter who I am representing in a transaction, both parties will feel they have been treated fairly." She distinguishes herself as being committed to making you, the client, her number one priority, whether it's the sale of your home or buying a new one. Having moved here from Illinois in 1994, Brenda knows what it's like to be on the 'other side' of the move and her goal is a stress free move for her clients. Brenda is an active member of West Michigan Therapy Dogs and enjoys her visits at DeVos Children's Hospital and adult oncology at Spectrum Health, she initiated the Ruff Reader program at MacNaughten Elementary school where first and second graders read to the dog, and is active in her church with various boards. In any spare time she has, Brenda enjoys riding horses with her daughter and granddaughter, activities with the grandchildren, traveling with her husband Jerry and enjoying the peaceful life that living on a lake brings. Brenda is dedicated to giving you excellent service no matter the size of the sale, because you deserve that. Respected, Requested, Referred " The Finest Compliment I can Receive is a Referral From Past Clients and Customers. Thank You for Your Trust"

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Jody Schwalm

REALTOR®

(48 reviews)

About Jody

Jody comes from a 30-year sales and client experience background. Before real estate, she earned awards in business for leadership, community service and was asked to speak and teach at sales conferences around the nation. Jody consistently demonstrates expertise and commitment in the competitive real estate industry, earning recognition in the RE/MAX Platinum Club and the Hall of Fame for outstanding performance. She holds an SRS designation (Seller Representative Specialist), and PSA designation, (Pricing Strategy Advisor), to offer her clients exceptional service when buying or selling a home. Jody insists on being loyal, hardworking, and dependable, and credits these character traits, in part, to her experiences serving in the United States Air Force. And so, she has an affinity for helping fellow Veterans find their perfect home. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys pickleball, cooking, bike riding, and travel. With a heart for service and a zest for life, Jody’s favorite life experiences have been being crowned Mrs. Michigan 2006, and serving on mission trips including Alaska, Argentina, and Guatemala, hoping to positively impact others' lives and see the world through other cultures.

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Jon Austin

Associate Broker / REALTOR®

(36 reviews)

About Jon

Jon was born in Toronto, Ontario, and moved to Michigan with his family in 1979. Though he’s spent the majority of his life in the U.S., Jon’s Canadian roots continue to influence his perspective, blending a unique mix of cultural and business insight into everything he does. He graduated from Curry College in Boston, Massachusetts, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Multimedia Marketing, laying the foundation for his dynamic career. Jon’s professional journey took a pivotal turn when he joined Austin Relocation in early 2007. Over the years, his leadership and vision propelled him to the role of Chief Executive Officer, where he later took ownership of the company and earned his broker license. Under his guidance, Austin Relocation has become a trusted partner for corporate relocation services across the United States. Jon holds several prestigious designations, including the CRP® (Certified Relocation Professional), and he’s an active member of both the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors and the Employee Relocation Council (ERC). Jon is also an Associate Broker at ReMax United, where his expertise in real estate continues to be recognized. In both 2023 - 2026 he was named a Real Estate All-Star by Grand Rapids Magazine, a testament to his dedication to excellence in the industry. His ability to navigate the complexities of corporate relocation and residential real estate has made him a standout figure in the local business community. Outside of his professional life, Jon is a dedicated family man, living in Rockford, Michigan, with his wife, Donielle, and their two grown sons. A lover of golf, cars, and car racing, Jon’s passion for these activities fuels his adventurous spirit. He’s also a collector and enthusiast of pinball machines, always looking for ways to combine his professional drive with personal enjoyment.

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Curtis Gross

REALTOR® / Sales & Marketing Consultant / Licensed Real Estate Agent

(30 reviews)

About Curtis

Curtis Gross is an Associate Broker with RE/MAX United serving Grand Rapids and the surrounding West Michigan communities. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), he helps homeowners navigate downsizing, relocation, and major life transitions with clear strategy and steady guidance. Real estate decisions are rarely just about property. Timing, finances, family dynamics, and market conditions all matter. Drawing on skills developed during a 25-year radio career, Curtis helps clients make sense of those moving pieces so they can move forward with clarity and confidence. Based in Rockford, Michigan, he works throughout West Michigan and welcomes referrals from agents across the country.

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Jo Woo

REALTOR®

(27 reviews)

About Jo

I am a Realtor serving the communities of West Michigan. My clients choose me because I am dedicated to helping them sell their homes for the best price, in the least amount of time possible. With RE/MAX United, you get access to state-of-the-art marketing tools supplied by the #1 real estate brand in the nation. That's how we can make sure your home gets maximum exposure and sells quickly—and for top dollar! I'm excited to be able to share my knowledge, experience, and passion for real estate with you. I know that hard work, dedication and professionalism can bring success to each real estate transaction no matter what size or dollar amount it is. Contact me today so we can start making your dreams come true!

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Mollie Dauser

REALTOR®

(24 reviews)

About Mollie

Mollie Dauser is an experienced realtor who has been serving the West Michigan region for over 9 years. She has built a reputation for her exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and extensive knowledge of the local real estate market. Mollie takes pride in helping her clients achieve their real estate goals and works tirelessly to ensure their needs are met. Throughout her career, Mollie has developed a deep understanding of the real estate industry and has honed her skills in negotiations, marketing, and communication. She has helped many clients buy and sell homes in the West Michigan area and has earned numerous awards and accolades for her outstanding work. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, an experienced investor, or looking to sell your property, Mollie is a trusted advisor who will guide you through the process with professionalism and expertise.

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About us

RE/MAX United is a community focused, customer driven, business minded real estate brokerage deeply rooted in the fabric of West Michigan. We are passionate about playing an active role in building strong neighborhoods throughout our community. Our mission is to help guide each and every client through the home buying and selling process to ensure they make wise, informed real estate investments. Our commitment to these principles has made us leaders within the RE/MAX system and in the communities we support. We personally recruit the most dedicated and accomplished agents in the field who share our mission and love of everything West Michigan. We operate as a small business, nimble and efficient, while proudly being backed and supported by all the cutting-edge technology and tools that only REMAX offers their clients.

Buyer review

6 days ago

Process was made very easy with Jim’s help.

Jim was a big help to us. He knew what he was doing, professional and all around good person. He stayed in contact with us and made sure we knew he was available for anything.

Jim Archbold

(18 reviews)

Seller review

9 days ago

Appreciated her helpwith an out-of-town seller.

Brenda was very helpful in the selling of my mother’s house. She had good ideas when small problems arose. She answered my questions when there were some confusion. She was helpful at finding a handyman. Which made the sale of the house happen.

Brenda Gartzke

(64 reviews)

Seller review

24 days ago

Never a dull moment

There's so much that goes into selling and buying. And having a realtor do all the hard work is so appreciated. There's confusion. There's questions, but that's what Brenda was there for to answer, All of them and to ease all of it so it would go more smoothly. There were many hiccups that she took care of I definitely do not ever want her job. Her job is secure if we were the only 2 realtors out there, id starve she'd get the job done!! Way too much behind the scenes that needs to be done. It's not just looking at properties. It's not just having people come in and look at your property. It's the technical side of things behind the scenes that she took care of. Thankful and grateful , I'm glad it's done. My hope is other realtors will realize how important it is That their job is, so not to make it so difficult for others. Brenda dogs just that. Thank you

Brenda Gartzke

(64 reviews)

Seller review

25 days ago

Open communication and kept us very informed, very professional and personable. Great experience.

Any time we would have a question, regardless of what it was she never hesitated to get us the correct answer, Jody was very comfortable with a few glitches but kept the whole situation very professional. Would recommend to anyone.

Jody Schwalm

(48 reviews)

Seller review

28 days ago

She was very helpful, professional, and organized. Her communication was great

She was always communicating with my sisters and I through this process. She is someone that we recommend to anyone looking for a home.

Jody Schwalm

(48 reviews)

Buyer review

about 1 month ago

Passionate realtor with personality to match her passion for the work she does

We got the pleasure of being able to have a good friend help us buy our first home together! The experience was seamless from start to finish. Jess is very committed to her work, and puts a lot of extra time and effort into her craft that not all others do. She goes above and beyond for her clients with her communication and commitment to assisted her clients in finding the perfect fit for them. Highly recommend working with Jess for buying/selling your home! You won’t be disappointed.