I CHOSE NORTHERN MICHIGAN

WHY ME, WHY NORTHERN MICHIGAN?

I have chosen to live in beautiful Northern Michigan for many of the same reasons that likely enticed you. The people, the community, the lake, the beaches, the sports, the sunsets and more.

I appreciate everything Northern Michigan has to offer!

Along with my family, I have bought and sold real estate in the Petoskey and Harbor Springs area for many years; and currently reside in Bay Harbor.

A TRUSTED PARTNER FOR ONE OF YOUR BIGGEST PURCHASES AND DECISIONS 

I spent much of my early career as a business attorney, coaching company leaders how to make smart decisions. Serving as the president of a 130-person law firm for about a decade, I counseled small business owners on matters related to their operations. From real estate transactions to maintaining a competitive advantage to preserving their assets, I have a unique depth of experience.

I bring that experience, concern and business savvy to our real estate clients. I partner with real estate clients to meet their individual needs, goals and objectives in all transactions — residential or commercial.

THE TIME FOR YOU, THE DESIRE TO HELP

I am deeply committed to community and giving back. Throughout my life, I have been a strong supporter of organizations that strengthen community. From my time as the chairman of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, to service on countless boards and philanthropic organizations, I have a keen understanding of why community matters and the importance of giving back.

I bring that orientation to every single client, working carefully through all aspects of buying or selling property.

A LIFETIME OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

In addition to my professional and community service listed below, I have also bought and sold dozens of commercial and residential properties personally and on behalf of clients. I am keenly aware of what to look for and how to handle transactions and negotiations and secure optimal financial terms.

EDUCATION:

BA, Duke University

JD, The Ohio State University

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

JAG Officer in the U.S. Air Force

Lawyer and former president of the firm of Buckingham, Doolittle and Burroughs, LLC

Member of the Board of Directors, the former FirstMerit Corporation

Served on boards of directors of more than two dozen non-profit organizations and chaired about half of those

Served as president of the GAR Foundation for 13 years and continue to sit on the Distribution Committee

Previously, a board member and subsequent chair of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Miami

Rob is married to Alyssa and, together, they have six children and six grandchildren and spend much of the year in Petoskey with Alyssa’s mother, Nancy Lenhoff, a Petoskey native.