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LOCAL DETROIT EXPERT
Aside from knowing the Metro Detroit market inside and out, the Better Co.'s involvement in the community provides a unique perspective that helps you narrow down the neighborhoods you're most interested in. It also helps develop marketing strategies that ensure the right buyers find your property.
TOP NOTCH
MARKETING
With 95% of buyers looking online at some point in their home search, mastering the digital space is a must. Uncovering an award-winning suite of technology tools, in combination with Better with Bethany's market expertise, the Better Co. will deliver optimized search, social media, and email campaigns. All of this to ensure your listing shines online and you achieve your homeownership goals. Our digital marketing capabilities outshine them all.
MEET Bethany CEO/ Founder
Bethany began her career as a Clinical Social Worker after finishing her Masters from the University of Michigan. With 10+ years experience in the field, Bethany was approached by a good friend to consider real estate. Initially excited about the opportunity to make limitless commission, she quickly fell in love with helping people through the biggest purchase of their lives - finding their dream home.
After going through Executive Coaching to build her own personal development, she realized the skills she honed during her decade of clinical social work are an asset in both sales and developing a business. In fact, it’s what gives her a true, heartfelt advantage! So passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential by developing personally and professionally.
From Real Estate and to Business Mentorship, Bethany is the ready to serve you.
MEET THE BETTER CO. TEAM
Chris King,
CFO / Realtor
Kris-Tina Douglass,
Realtor
Chris has a wealth of business and life experiences that he is bringing to The Better Co. Oakland University graduate (elementary education), former professional soccer player, college and competitive youth coach, father, Cross-fitter, and Environmental Contract Management experience overseeing the TWM program and budget for nearly 70 manufacturing and engineering sites across North America. The Better Co is excited to have Chris on the team!
Kris-Tina is a wife, mother of three, and fitness enthusiast. She completed her undergraduate degree at Michigan State University and went on to receive an MBA in Management. With 15+ years in the government sector as a Social Worker, she has leveraged her natural inspiration of helping others. Kris-Tina has found that Real Estate is an environment where her creative vision and attention to detail is valued, and her love for assisting and helping others is a part of every aspect. It is Kris-Tina’s honest passion to help clients take a dream home vision and help make it a reality.
Julia Zahn,
Realtor
Julia is driven by a passion and fervor for making connections and diligently works to understand her clients’ desires, ensuring each one’s happiness is at the forefront of her service. With Julia, you’re not just finding a house; you’re discovering a home that resonates with your own taste and lifestyle.
Julia, a devoted mother of four, a seasoned hairstylist of 20 years. She brings a wealth of interpersonal skills and an eye for style to the real estate world. Julia’s passion for fitness and exploration of global cuisines reflects her dynamic approach to life, a zest she carries over to her real estate clients. Julia’s love for travel means she appreciates every individual’s unique journey to finding the perfect home.
Let Julia guide you to where your dreams and reality .
Joshua Burbridge,
Realtor
Joshua has 25 years of diverse experience in sales, procurement, and project management to bring to his real estate endeavors. Primary projects have been centered around commercial agricultural equipment sales/development, food sales/manufacturing, and residential foundation/home improvement services. Additionally, his experience with his own rental property portfolio is a great resource for his clients. He enjoys time with his family, the great outdoors, and gardening
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Zach Burbridge,
Realtor
With a dual career as a dedicated realtor and firefighter, Zach brings a unique perspective to real estate. Committed to community service and excellence, he combines expert negotiation skills with a trustworthy and reliable approach. His goal is to help you find your perfect home with integrity and personalized attention.
Mari Garlacz,
Realtor
Mari is a wife and mother to her one son. With a Bachelor Degree in Public Administration from Central Michigan University, Mari is passionate about building relationships and advocating for her client’s. With 15 years of experience in Leadership, Accounting and Sales, she is goal oriented and puts others' best interest forward.
She loves to travel with her family and show her son new experiences. Whether it be at a beach or an amusement park, a museum or ziplining. She loves to be his tour guide. She enjoys furthering her education, reading, sunshine and water, spending time with her puppy, Pilates, dancing and concerts. She enjoys seeing the beauty life has to offer and continually growing.