About (V2)

Hello Homes GR is a women-owned real estate brokerage based in Grand Rapids, MI, founded by Ashley Schaefer. The firm focuses on personal, honest, and enjoyable real estate experiences for buyers, sellers, and renters. The team emphasises exceptional customer service, accessibility, local knowledge, honesty, and a people-first culture.

Overview

Hello Homes GR is a real estate brokerage headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was founded by Ashley Schaefer with the stated goal of doing real estate differently: making the process personal, honest, and genuinely enjoyable for clients. The firm describes itself as energetic and women-owned.

Mission and Values

The brokerage's guiding philosophy is centred on being the first and only real estate firm that clients and the broader community will ever need. Key values include:

  • Exceptional Customer Service — a commitment to going beyond standard agent interactions
  • Accessibility — being reachable and responsive to clients
  • Knowledge — deep familiarity with the Grand Rapids market and surrounding neighbourhoods
  • Honesty — straightforward communication throughout every transaction
  • Fun — a distinctive, lighthearted approach that sets the team apart from conventional brokerages

Who We Are

The Hello Homes GR team identifies as Grand Rapids experts with a range of personal interests including animals, coffee, craft beer, and live music. The team takes a people-first approach, presenting who its members are outside of work before listing professional credentials. The brokerage serves clients looking to buy, sell, or lease property.

Services

Hello Homes GR assists clients across three primary real estate needs:

  • Buying — helping buyers find and purchase homes in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas
  • Selling — supporting homeowners through the listing and sale process
  • Leasing — assisting with rental and lease transactions

Contact Information