Home 1st Real Estate
Helping you move confidently - whether you're buying, selling, or simply planning your next chapter.
Welcome!
At Home 1st Real Estate, we believe buying or selling isn’t just a transaction, it’s a life chapter.
We’re Michigan-grown and Jackson-based, with a neighborly network of local experts serving the Southern Michigan Corridor and surrounding communities.
From lakefront homes and first purchases to investments and relocations, we keep things clear, calm, and people-first, because home is where life happens, and local knowledge matters.
Home is where life happens, and local knowledge matters.
When you’re ready to move forward, we’re here to help you do it with confidence, care, and real connection.
Locally Owned. Trusted. Focused on You.
Buying
Clarity, not pressure. Explore our guides and local buyer insights.
Selling
Your next chapter starts with a clear plan and the right partner.
Join Our Team
Work with a brokerage that values balance, mentorship, and integrity.
Featured Listings
Communities We Serve Across Southern Michigan
From Jackson to the Southern Michigan Corridor, every community has its own feel.
Explore our Community Profiles to find the area that fits your next chapter.
Whether you’re searching for your first house, your forever home, or your next investment, discover the community that fits your story.
Explore Our Tools & Resources
Your next move starts with the right information. Our team puts home first. Explore our local tools, guides, and insights created to help you make confident real estate decisions.
Free Local Guides
Buying, selling, or investing? We’ve got you covered.
Download our Free Local Guides for clear, step-by-step advice from professionals who live and work right here in Jackson County.
Monthly Newsletter
Join our Home 1st Real Estate Monthly Newsletter for local market updates, community highlights, and practical insights.
Home Valuation Tool
Curious about your home’s current market value?
Get a quick, data-based estimate - and if you’d like, we’ll follow up with a personalized local assessment.
Mortgage Calculator
Our mortgage calculator helps you explore estimated monthly payments and see how your budget aligns with today’s market - all in just a few clicks.
FAQs
What areas does Home 1st Real Estate serve?
We’re Jackson-based and serve the Southern Michigan Corridor and surrounding communities. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, contact us and we’ll point you to the right local expert.
Is Home 1st a franchise?
No. Home 1st Real Estate is locally owned and Michigan-grown.
What’s the first step if I’m thinking about buying or selling?
Start with a conversation. We’ll help you understand your options, timing, and next steps, without pressure.
Ready to Start Your Next Chapter?
Every move begins with a single conversation - and we’d love to start one with you.
Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or just exploring your options, our team of local agents is here to help with clear communication, honest advice, and genuine care.
Because here, real estate is more than property - it’s people, stories, and the place we all call home.
Real Guidance. Real People. Real Estate That Puts Home First.
The Home 1st Blog
Insights, Stories & Local Expertise
Explore, learn, and connect with the people who put home first in everything they do.
Real estate is about more than houses - it’s about people, community, and the everyday moments that make a place feel like home.
On the Home 1st Real Estate Blog, you’ll find helpful articles, local stories, and expert insights designed to keep you informed and inspired. From market trends and seasonal homeowner tips to neighborhood highlights and agent advice, each post is written with the same warmth and clarity you’ll find in every conversation with our team.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting to Buy: What Delaying Your Home Purchase Could Really Cost You in 2026
Discover the hidden costs of waiting to buy a home in Michigan's 2026 market. Learn how home price appreciation, rising rents, and missed equity building could cost you thousands. Home 1st Real Estate... ...more
News and More
January 28, 2026•17 min read
Why Local Matters: Understanding Business Ownership in Today's Changing Market
Discover the difference between locally owned and corporate real estate brokerages in Michigan. Learn how business ownership affects your home sale, where your money goes, and why choosing local matte... ...more
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January 20, 2026•12 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Real Estate Investment Property Types: Building Wealth in Michigan
Discover different real estate investment property types including single-family rentals, multi-family properties, fix-and-flips, and commercial real estate. Learn which strategy fits your goals in Mi... ...more
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January 13, 2026•12 min read
At Home 1st Real Estate, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all service.
We listen, we learn, and we tailor our approach to your goals, so you can move forward confidently, knowing you’re supported every step of the way.
Let’s talk about your next chapter - and make sure it begins the right way: With knowledge, trust, and a neighborly hand to guide you home.
📞 Contact Us Today
(517) 780-8090
You’re Not Just a Client - You’re a Neighbor.
That’s what makes Home 1st different. Because here, every relationship starts - and ends - with home.
2600 Airport Rd. Ste. 200
Jackson, MI 49202
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