Both Audrey and I were raised in the Upper Peninsula, aka “God’s Country”. We are both graduates of Ferris State University and knew early on that we wanted to live and raise our family in similar surroundings. When the opportunity arose to move to Cheboygan, we jumped at it. Almost 26 years later we still call Cheboygan home, and feel lucky to do so!

· Married in 1982
· Moved to Cheboygan in 1984
· Blessed with our son, Justin in 1985
· Audrey was licensed to sell real estate in 1986
· Blessed with our daughter, Jenna in 1988
· Joel was licensed to sell real estate in 1993
· Joined Coldwell Banker-Northern Lakes in 1996

Real estate is apparently in the genes. On Audrey’s side she has two younger brothers who are highly successful real estate brokers from Germantown, WI and Whidbey Island, WA and a sister who dabbles in interior design. On my side I too have a brother in-law who is a licensed real estate agent in Phoenix, Arizona and a sister who has interior design aspirations. You can only imagine what we talk about when we all get together!

For the past 20+ years we have been honored to service the Cheboygan areas real estate needs. We have met some truly fabulous people who are amongst our closest friends. We continue to embrace the opportunity to match our clients and customers with the perfect home or property. It is our true pleasure to show and share this unique waterfront town, affectionately called “Rivertown”, due to our famous Inland Waterway system. We proudly boast two of Michigan’s largest inland lakes known as Mullett and Burt Lake, as well as, easy access to Lake Huron. As if that wasn’t enough we have Black Lake, Long Lake, Douglas Lake and several other small inland lakes. Maybe we should be called “Watertown”! If boating and fishing isn’t your thing, Cheboygan offers an array of other recreational outlets.

For a small town, this community is full of activities. They include golfing, hunting, boating, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, ice skating, and hockey. We have an outstanding Opera House which features professional and local amateur theatrical productions. Within 45 minutes you can be experiencing downhill skiing, the jingle of the slot machines, and the charm of Mackinaw Island.

Both Joel and I are avid community supporters. Joel has served as the President of the Cheboygan branch of Kiwanis International and was awarded their highest service award “The Hixson Award”.   Audrey has served two terms as a Cheboygan Chamber Director and 5 years as a Junior Achievement instructor for 2nd and 8th graders. Each of us is active with the Salvation Army, Hospice House and Habitat for Humanity, as well as, the Cheboygan Hockey Blue Liners Program.

Our most important role is as parents. We have three wonderful children (one by marriage) who continue to keep life interesting. Our son Justin has completed 4 years as a United States Air Force Search and Rescue Fire Fighter and is married to Holly. They have returned to Cheboygan where Justin works for Vital Care and Holly is completing her nursing degree.  Our daughter Jenna will graduate in May 2010 from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan. She will have a BA in Public Relations and Advertising. As  parents we are very proud of our family and their accomplishments.

When not spending time with our family or working we enjoy; Harley motorcycle trips, hunting, snowmobiling, boating, and spending time on magical Long Lake in Cheboygan or at our condo in Mexico Beach, Florida.

 Lastly, we are caregiver to man’s best friend our chocolate lab named “Diesel”.