As a lifelong resident of Grand Rapids, clients can put their trust in Katie's knowledge of the local housing market and how it will best match with their unique home buying wish list. Katie was born and raised in Grand Rapids, leaving only for a couple years to finish her B.A. degree at Fort Lewis College in Colorado before returning to the city that she loves. Prior to joining Keller Williams in 2014, Katie owned and operated Dodgson Southwell Properties with her father and sister for ten years until her father's retirement. Along with over 10 years as a real estate agent, Katie also has knowledge of raising a family in the Grand Rapids area as she has raised two sons, David and Johnny. Katie enjoys the challenge of finding her clients the home that will bring their family the happiness that her own family has found in their community of East Grand Rapids. To accomplish this Katie stays up to date on the latest listings to help ensure your dream house doesn't pass you by in this active local housing market. Her previous clients, whether buying or selling, have applauded her swift approach to the process and unsurpassed knowledge of the local market resulting in many quick sales and smooth transactions.