REAL ESTATE ONE - Key Persons


Amanda Conklin

I find the most satisfaction in serving others and serving them well. My passion for service, homes, and architecture drove me into the Real Estate industry where I now thrive and pride myself as being a forerunner of the profession - setting high standards of excellence in marketing, personalized services, negotiations, and client advocacy. I am driven by my client's Real Estate dreams and would love to partner with you to achieve yours.

Angie Batten

Job Titles:
  • Manager
  • Associate Broker, TEAM LEADER, Manager Real Estate One Ortonville Michigan

Bill Dietrich

Job Titles:
  • Associate Broker
  • Associate Broker ( Bio )

Dan O'Hare

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Broker ( Bio )

David M. Edgington

Job Titles:
  • Manager
  • TEAM LEADER, Manager Real Estate One Edgington Richmond Michigan

Doug Nowels

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Owner
Doug has over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry and has established himself as one of the top local Brokers in Northern Michigan. He specializes in both Residential and Commercial Real Estate. Whether you are buying or selling he will work hard to promote your best interests. If you are selling, he will work tirelessly to get you the fairest price, in the least amount of time, by using state-of-the art web tools and marketing techniques as well as a more traditional local marketing approach. If you are buying, he will work hard to provide you with the best information and market data to inform and assist you so you can be a well-equipped buyer with the strongest possible negotiating position. Doug has a Bachelors' degree in Business from Ferris state where he was also a member of the Varsity Hockey Team. He and his Family live in Harbor Springs.

Ethan Swiger

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Owner

Gail Greenwell

Job Titles:
  • Sales Associate

Jodi Smith

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Owner

Julie Dittmar

Julie prides herself on her professional and friendly approach. Her market knowledge, responsiveness, communication & negotiation skills, and use of the latest Internet marketing tools is invaluable. Whether you are selling your home, searching for your next home, or have any questions about the process, Julie looks forward to helping you with your real estate needs. Julie graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing From Walsh College of Business. She grew up in the Detroit area and now enjoys the pleasure of raising her own children in Northern Michigan. Julie is a mother of 3 and loves to spend time outdoors with her family and friends taking advantage of this amazingly beautiful area. She enjoys living in a warm and friendly community, with vibrant downtowns, fabulous restaurants, and top quality schools.

Katie Connolly

Katie is a life-long resident of beautiful northern Michigan and currently resides in downtown Petoskey. Growing up in Harbor Springs, Katie has always had an inherent curiosity around the process of buying and selling properties. After spending time professionally in the nonprofit and healthcare sectors, when the opportunity to join the growing Real Estate One - Petoskey team came up, it was one she ran to right after she obtained her Michigan real estate license. As a real estate consultant, Katie looks forward to helping clients through any real estate adventure you are pursuing, including helping you secure a new commercial property, a valuable investment property, or chasing after your forever home. She is ready and eager to help every step of the way. Her goal is to exceed your expectations by leaning into her strengths of delivering quality service while also leveraging her unique eye for design and experiences as a property owner herself. Katie is a graduate of Harbor Springs High School and she obtained a bachelor's degree in business administration from Lake Superior State University. Outside of the office, you can find Katie enjoying all that northern Michigan offers outdoors alongside her husband Mark, and two young sons.

Kelsey Busch

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager

Kimberly Huber

Job Titles:
  • Associate Broker

Lori Stephan

Job Titles:
  • Managing Broker

Mary Rhoads

I grew up in Petoskey, Michigan spending summers on Walloon Lake helping my parents run their summer Hemlock Point resort cottage rental business on the West arm of the lake. After raising my family, I have moved back to Petoskey because it is one of the most beautiful places in the United States! I have years of experience serving home buyers and sellers throughout my real estate career in Park City, Utah and Southern California. I delight in assisting you in one of the largest transactions of a lifetime. Finding a new home or selling an existing home can be extremely stressful. It is my goal to be your professional fiduciary and consultant as we make our way through the real estate process seamlessly. Utilizing my knowledge and resources, gained through years of experience, I will earn your trust and friendship through my integrity and sincerity. Please contact me for an exceptional experience making your dream a reality.

Matthew Hausler

As a Petoskey native I am very familiar with what northern Michigan has to offer, there is a little bit for everyone, skiing, golf, snowmobiling, boating, biking, quaint towns, great restaurants, unique shopping, great schools, libraries and more. I'm married to my wife of 10 years, Kristi, we have two grown children, two dogs and two cats, I guess good things come in two's. I'm going on my 20th year as a Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce Ambassador, I serve on the board of the Little Traverse Historical Society and am a recent new member of Petoskey's morning Rotary Club. Coming from an advertising background I would love to put my knowledge to good use in the marketing of your home or property or help you with the purchase of your next real estate investment. Please give me a call or email I look forward to getting to know you, together we can make your real estate experience a success!

Patrick Follette


Ron Hausler

Job Titles:
  • Associate Broker
My family has deep roots in the Boyne City area, the original Hausler barn still stands along the Boyne Mountain golf course, where my Great-Grandfather homesteaded many years ago. I am a graduate of Boyne City High School and Central Michigan University where I received a BS Degree in Education and an MA Degree in Administration. My wife of 50 years, Jean (Reid), whose Grandfather's family business began in 1927 in Petoskey, and still remains today in the same location on Mitchell Street, has reached the 4th generation. While my teaching career spanned 35 years, overlapping that was my Real Estate career, now in its 31st year with Real Estate One. It has been rewarding to work with so many buyers and sellers through the years to meet their real estate needs.

Sheri Richards

Job Titles:
  • Associate Broker
  • Associate Broker ( Bio )

Steve Adams

Job Titles:
  • Manager
  • TEAM LEADER, Manager of Real Estate One Port Huron Michigan
Since 2007, we have served as the local franchise of Michigan's largest realtor, Real Estate One. We have proudly committed to being a positive and important contributor to the growth and expansion of the blue water area. Not only are we real estate agents, we are also citizens and neighbors. Our office is comprised of agents from all walks of life, all who take personal satisfaction in helping local residents secure their dream homes or successfully move their properties.

Steve Ludwig

Job Titles:
  • Associate Broker
I have been helping buyers and sellers in Northern Michigan since 1999 after a successful career in the automotive industry. My love of real estate combined with experience in real estate development, property management, and multiple advanced real estate certifications help qualify me to represent you in your next transaction. Honesty and professionalism make referrals and repeat clients a large portion of my business. Outside the office you can find me spending time with my wife and two daughters, skiing, golfing, biking, hiking, traveling, and gardening.

Steve Parafin - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Managing Partner
  • Managing Partner ( Bio )
A leading real estate professional since 2004, Steve works with everyone from first time home buyers to out-of-town guests seeking their dream vacation homes. Raised in the suburbs of Detroit and educated in northern Michigan, Steve is a unique mix of city smarts and small town charm. A resident of the Torch Lake area with his family, Steve understands the beauty that is the essence of the community. From consultation to closing, Steve provides sound, straight forward advice you can count on. He goes above and beyond expectations. His passion for helping others and his community is why people turn to him when it comes to one of their most important life decisions - buying or selling their home. "My reputation is my greatest asset. I have built my career upon trust, honesty and a strong work ethic. Helping my clients realize their dreams is always top priority. It has also earned be a place within the Top 5% of Realtors nationwide!" Call Steve to schedule your private consultation today.

Steve Shuman

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Owner

Susan Kazma

Job Titles:
  • Manager

Tim Nemecek

Developing strong relationships with integrity and transparency, is the foundation of Tim's Success, both professionally and personally. Tim understands that purchasing Real Estate is a large investment of time, energy, and financing. The process can be stressful and complex, that's why Tim makes a personal commitment to being completely transparent, to provide reassurance to his clients. His clients interests are number one! Tim has continued to be a Top Performer over the past ten years as a Asset Protection / Operations Manager, through his intuitive & knowledgeable experience with financing and managerial skills. He's ready to manage your Real Estate needs! Tim's commitment and passion for success has provided him with several career accomplishments, such as directly increasing sale's over 268% by aggressively Marketing and Merchandising through utilizing new & developing technology. Rest assured Tim is committed and passionate with succeeding in your Real Estate needs. Whether your needs are selling or buying Residential Property, Vacant Land, or Commercial Property; or possibly Property Management of rentals, please reach out anytime for Free Consultation!

Wynne Achatz

Job Titles:
  • Broker
  • Owner
  • TEAM LEADER
  • TEAM LEADER, Owner / Associate Broker With Real Estate One Westrick Associates
Wynne Achatz, TEAM LEADER, Owner/Associate Broker with Real Estate One Westrick Associates, recently purchased the Real Estate One Algonac Michigan Branch, and has been managing her Marine City Office for 20 years. The Algonac office also serves Harsens Island Michigan. Wynne has received many designations and awards in her over 30 years experience in the real estate business. Wynne is a lifelong resident of the area and the 4th generation in a family business that began in Marine City in 1889. Besides her office duty, Wynne is an Allen F. Hainge CyberStar, active in the Howard Brinton Star Power Club, and a member of the By Referral Only Coaching Club. She is active in St. Clair Co. Board of REALTORS as well as the state and national Realtor Associations.