Besides being the automobile capital of the world, Michigan is also home to 33,000 real estate agents and an abundance of real estate companies. This level of variety is great for home buyers and sellers alike, but it can also be hard to choose a service best for your needs.
Luckily for you, our team of experts at Clever Real Estate have spent hours vetting Michigan's top real estate companies so you can find an agent or team that's right for you.
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Clever can match you with top agents anywhere in the state and help you save thousands of dollars on commission! It's free to sign up and there's no obligation.
Best for saving money: Discount brokers
Discount brokers are a great choice for sellers looking to save on listing fees and realtor commission. Some even offer buyers cash back or credits at closing.
Companies like Clever and Redfin operate in Michigan, offering you several options that could ultimately save you some money.

Clever Real Estate
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Clever is a quick, easy, and free way to find a top-rated local agent. And, unlike many similar companies, Clever pre-negotiates big discounts on your behalf, so you can save thousands without sacrificing on service. Try Clever for free β save thousands on commission.
- Clever offers a free, nationwide agent-matching service that partners with full-service local agents from conventional brokerages like Keller Williams, Century 21, and RE/MAX.
- You get multiple agent matches so you can interview, compare marketing plans, and choose the best fit.
- Clever pre-negotiates low rates on your behalf β you get full service for a low 1.5% listing fee.
- If you buy with Clever, you could get cash back after closing.
- You may not get matched with an agent from your preferred real estate brokerage.
- Agents may not provide premium services like drone photography and professional home staging.
Clever has a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot, based on 1,710 reviews.
Clever has pre-negotiated low commission rates with top agents in all 50 states and Washington, DC.

Redfin
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Redfin offers real savings and is a proven brand. But sellers could compromise on service β especially agent experience and availability.
- If you buy and sell with Redfin, you'll get a 0.5% listing fee discount.
- Redfin gives its listings premium placement in its popular home search app.
- If finding the right agent is a top priority, you'll have limited options β Redfin only has a few agents in each of its markets.
- Redfin agents handle more customers at once than the average realtor, so they may not be able to provide as much personalized service.
Redfin has a 3.8 out of 5 rating (425 reviews) across popular review sites like Google and Yelp.
Redfin is available in 80+ U.S. markets (see all locations).

Ideal Agent
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Ideal Agent can match with a great agent from a traditional brokerage. But its 2% listing fee makes Ideal Agent a lot more expensive than other full-service discount brands.
- You'll get a full-service agent from a traditional brokerage.
- It's free to request an agent match, and you can walk away at any time.
- Ideal Agent costs more than most other full-service, low commission companies.
- You'll get matched with only one realtor β most similar services recommend multiple agents so you can compare your options and pick the one you like best.
Ideal Agent has a 4.9 out of 5 rating (4,343 reviews) across popular review sites like Google and Trustpilot.
Ideal Agent is available to home sellers nationwide.

Assist-2-Sell
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Assist-2-Sell's service and pricing vary by location, but generally it offers poor value for sellers.
- Higher-value homes may be able to get significant savings with a flat fee.
- Prices are inconsistent but generally higher than the competition.
- Some customers complain about poor service and support.

Help-U-Sell
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Help-U-Sell's pricing and service quality varies a lot depending on location, but in general it offers poor value for money.
- The flat-fee pricing can offer big savings on higher-value homes.
- Some Help-U-Sell offices offer excellent service and support.
- Pricing generally increases as home sale price increases, undercutting potential savings.
- Service and pricing are highly inconsistent between Help-U-Sell offices.
Help-U-Sell is available in AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, MI, MN, MO, NV, NC, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA.
Best for a fast sale: Cash buyers
In a rush to sell your home? Some companies make cash offers within days or even hours if you're willing to sell at a lower-than-market price.
Cash buyers, or "We Buy Houses" companies, make offers well below fair market value β sometimes as little as 50% β in exchange for a quick closing on the property. While not ideal, working with a cash buyer can be a lifeline for sellers who otherwise can't find a traditional buyer.

We Buy Houses
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Working with We Buy Houses is more likely to be positive than working with a local private real estate investor. We Buy Houses vets all of its investors and gives them an exclusive license to operate in its territory, so investors who use the brand name have an incentive to work hard in order to maintain their advantage.
While We Buy Houses doesn't exercise control over how much its investors offer, it does reserve the right to rescind licenses if investors don't meet its ethical standards.
Pros
- Offer in 24β48 hours
- Vetted, reputable real estate investors
- No need to worry about repairs
- Close in just seven days
Cons
- Little to no room for negotiation
- Individual investors have different strategies, so they may value your home differently
- Licenses are exclusive, so there's only one We Buy Houses option in your area
We Buy Houses operates in 200 markets in over 30 states.
Reviews online are available only for local franchises.
The vast majority are positive, with customers saying that the We Buy Houses investor they worked with was fast and professional.
- Website: webuyhouses.com
- Phone: (877) 932-8946

We Buy Ugly Houses
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We Buy Ugly Houses has a better reputation than most individual cash buyers, but your experience can vary based on the quality of the local franchise. While We Buy Ugly Houses can close in as little as three weeks, it pays far less than fair market value.
Pros
- Trusted, nationally recognized brand
- No need to worry about repairs
- Close in just three weeks
Cons
- Quality of service may vary between franchises
- Pays far less than fair market value
We Buy Ugly Houses has over 800 independently owned and operated franchises across 47 states and Washington, DC.
As of October 2022, We Buy Ugly Houses's parent company, Homevestors, has an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau. No other third-party reviews are available at this time.
This rating is based on overall national data. Research local franchises for specific reviews that reflect their quality of service.
- Website: webuyuglyhouses.com
- Phone: (866) 288-9516

I Buy Michigan Homes
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I Buy Michigan Homes is a local buyer that understands the Michigan real estate market. This makes it an excellent option for an offer to compare against other cash buyers.
I Buy Michigan Homes is a local, Michigan property investor that buys homes for cash in select cities across the state. To sell your home to I Buy Michigan Homes, you can:
- Fill out the online form or call directly to provide basic home details - number of bedrooms, bathrooms, etc
- Schedule an in-person assessment and show the property
- Receive an offer either on-site or within 48 hours
I Buy Michigan Homes operates within Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston and Genessee counties.
I Buy Michigan Homes received an average of 5 stars from 2 customer reviews.
Google: 5 stars/2 reviews
Best for finding top agents: Agent-matching services
Finding a great real estate agent in Michigan is made easy when you use an agent-matching service.
With an agent-matching service, you provide basic information about your budget. Within a few minutes, you're given a list of agents and companies to compare to fit your needs.
Some agent-matching services (like Clever and UpNest) even offer discounts for buyers and sellers.

Clever Real Estate
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Clever is a quick, easy, and free way to find a top-rated local agent. And, unlike many similar companies, Clever pre-negotiates big discounts on your behalf, so you can save thousands without sacrificing on service.
Learn how Clever helps you find the perfect agent and save thousands
- Free, nationwide agent-matching service that partners with full-service local agents from conventional brokerages like Keller Williams, Century 21, and RE/MAX
- Provides multiple agent matches so you can interview, compare marketing plans, and choose the best fit
- Pre-negotiates low rates on your behalf β you get full service for 1.5% with a $3,000 minimum
- If you buy with Clever, you may get up to $500 cash back if you qualify
- You may not get matched with an agent from your preferred real estate brokerage.
- Like other agent matching services, Clever may have fewer agents in rural areas.
- Agents may not provide premium services like drone photography and professional home staging.
As of August 17, 2022, Clever has an average customer rating of 4.9 on Trustpilot, based on 1,710 reviews.

UpNest
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UpNest has agents compete for your business, which often results in you getting a discounted rate. But savings aren't guaranteed and you will usually find a better rate with competitors like Clever.
- Agents compete for customers, which often results in slightly discounted rates
- Customer dashboard is easy to use and provides lots of each information about each agent
- Savings are not guaranteed and are often only a little better than the national average
- Agent quality and coverage varies, with smaller markets having fewer options than big cities
- Home buyers and sellers needing help choosing a real estate agent
- Buyers and sellers that can navigate the UpNest dashboard without customer support
- Real estate agents seeking potential clients

Ideal Agent
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Ideal Agent can match you with a local realtor who sells a lot of homes. But although it pre-negotiates discounted listing fees, you can save twice as much with competitors like Clever.
- Agents in network must meet strict quality standards
- Pre-negotiated listing fees of 2% (or $3k for homes under $150,000)
- 2% listing fee is less than the national average, but it's not the best rate out there
- No built-in savings for buyers
- Only matches you with a single agent
As of August 17, 2022, Ideal Agent has an average customer rating of 4.9, based on 4,343 reviews across Google and Trustpilot.

HomeLight
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HomeLight is an excellent tool for finding a great local agent quickly. However, it offers zero built-in commission savings for sellers or buyers.
- Get a list of local real estate agents in as little as two minutes
- One of the largest agent networks in the industry makes it less challenging to find an agent who specializes in short sales and other non-traditional sales
- Optional Trade-In program makes it easier to buy a new house if you need to sell your current one first
- No built-in savings for home sellers or buyers
- No minimum qualifications for partner agents, so quality may vary between locations
As of August 17, 2022, HomeLight has an average customer rating of 4.7 across 921 reviews on Google, Sitejabber, and the Better Business Bureau.
Best by transaction volume
You can also compare the total dollar value of all of a company's sales to gauge success. This won't say much about customer service, but it can tell you which companies perform well overall.
Below are the top performing real estate companies in Michigan based on total transaction volume and team size.
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FAQs about the best real estate companies in Michigan
What is the best real estate company in Michigan?
Based on our research, Clever Real Estate and Redfin give you the most bang for your buck if you want to save on realtor commission and fees. If you'd prefer to work with an agent, Clever and UpNest are the best companies for finding an agent who's right for you.
What is the largest real estate company in Michigan?
Based on transaction volume, Max Broock Realtors is the largest real estate company in Michigan.
Methodology
Clever's editorial team spent hundreds of hours researching real estate companies and services in Michigan. Here's how we did it:
- Interviews with local real estate agents and companies
- Mystery shopping of companies to learn more about their customer-facing processes
- Comparative analysis of companies' different services and features, fees, and customer satisfaction
Transaction volume data for brokerages in Michigan was sourced from RealTrends' state rankings.
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