THINKING REAL ESTATE

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About LAURA

Laura’s one-of-a-kind personality and passion for approaching things from a different perspective are the key to her success as a real estate professional and community leader. She has more than four decades of real estate experience and involvement in the Jackson community. Her experience and knowledge are unmatched, but what really sets Laura apart from others is her creative vision and ability to communicate and empathize. She understands that people have individual needs, desires, goals, and ideas. She is able to focus on what matters; she helps them understand their realistic options; and, she is great at getting others to cooperate in achieving her clients’ goals. Laura is the Broker/Owner of Thinking Real Estate, a real estate brokerage firm; co-owner of Orange Door Properties, a property rental and management company; co-owner and “CIO” (Chief Idea Officer) of the place-making company Think Jackson; and co-owner of The Theodore, an event venue in downtown Jackson, Michigan. Laura is also a national trainer for the National Association of REALTORs, specializing in Buyer Agency education; was one of five national trainers for Prudential Real Estate Affiliates; and, she has several nationally recognized certifications in the real estate profession. She was awarded 2020 REALTOR of the year from the Jackson Area Association of REALTORs and is very active in Fair Housing and Governmental Affairs Laura served as a City Councilperson in Jackson, Michigan's 4th Ward from 2011 through 2015, was reelected in 2019 with her term ending in December 2023. She has served on many civic and charitable boards, committees, and commissions. Her greatest desire is to see her City be a diverse and thriving community for everyone to live, work and play.

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about 1 year ago

Great Experience

A year ago in April of 2024 we purchased a home in Spring Arbor, Mi. Laura was there every step of the way. She was quick to respond to questions and always friendly. Her guidance was invaluable as she has a great depth of knowledge and experience in real-estate. We highly recommend Laura to assist you in finding your next home.

LAURA SCHLECTE

(5 reviews)

about 1 year ago

Sale of Rental Properties

Laura Schlechte helped us with the sale of two rental properties. One was quite straightforward, a two bedroom ranch, which found a new owner. The second was less easy, since it was a structure that required a sale by owner to a buyer without mortgage, but land contract. We received appropriate value of our properties, and the duplex, which required a land contract with a five year balloon, ended well with the purchaser paying it off after about a year.

LAURA SCHLECTE

(5 reviews)

about 1 year ago

Experience shows!

I would like to thank "Thinking real estate" (laura Schlecte) for the personal touch and the outstanding customer service throughout the process of selling my home. Her knowledge and experience in the industry was apparent, after the careful and thorough evaluation of the market, Laura suggested that I list the property for 30k above my expectations, and the property sold in 11 days with a full price offer!! So stick with experience and familiarity with the local market, and you can't go wrong. Thanks again to Laura and Jacque for a pleasurable and profitable experience!

LAURA SCHLECTE

(5 reviews)

about 1 year ago

Knowledge, skill, and patience!

Laura's sofistication as an expert in her field was very evident to us in the process of selling a house and buying another. Her patience and sensitivity to our needs was welcome and helpful in many aspects of the extended time it took to complete our dealings. We are grateful for her support and assistance!

LAURA SCHLECTE

(5 reviews)

over 2 years ago

She's a badass!

Laura Schlecte is a great, hard working realtor who, whether you are buying or selling, is who you want to hire. Also, her assistant, Jacqui is super efficient!!

LAURA SCHLECTE

(5 reviews)

Our properties

THINKING REAL ESTATE has 9 properties for sale and sold 6 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity