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Meet Tim Grefe, Your Local Low-Commission Realtor in Michigan

Finding a dependable agent shouldn't mean sacrificing service or paying exorbitant fees. Throughout my 30-year career guiding nearly 1,500 families, my philosophy has remained simple: honest advice, fierce representation, and straightforward pricing. At First Priority Realty, we give you full-service support while passing massive operational savings directly back to you.


  • 30+ Years of Experience
  • 1,500+ Families Served
  • Full-Service, Reduced Commission
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Avoid Paying High 6% Commissions—Without Sacrificing Service

We leverage modern digital syndication and lean office overhead to pass thousands in equity savings back to Michigan home sellers—without sacrificing broker support.

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Full Regional MLS Exposure

Your property gets listed directly on local MLS feeds across Great Lakes Bay (Saginaw/Midland/Bay) and Northern Michigan (Traverse City & surrounding lakes).

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Contract to Closing Guidance

Our licensed Michigan agents manage showing scheduling, offer evaluations, purchase agreement negotiations, inspection responses, and closing procedures.

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Keep More Equity

By charging a reduced listing commission, sellers often save between $5,000 and $20,000+ depending on market price, retaining maximum equity at sale.

Three Decades of Proven Real Estate Sales Success

Navigating the competitive market requires seasoned guidance, and our leadership brings thirty-two years of proven experience to your transaction. Having successfully assisted nearly sixteen hundred families, we apply an honest, common-sense approach to selling properties. You need a highly effective low commission realtor who understands how to highlight your home's best features. We consistently close deals efficiently, ensuring your transition is smooth, lucrative, and completely stress-free.

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Active Listings & Recent Sales

A sampling of active listings and client sales across Saginaw, Bay City, Linwood, Bellaire, and Northern Michigan.

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Our Model: Full-Service Representation with Reduced Commissions

firstPriority Realty LLC is a reduced commission full-service brokerage. Well, the industry is changing all right, but not a lot on the selling side. Agents working with buyers are still spending countless hours researching properties, arranging home tours, driving all over several counties showing houses, and handling texts, tweets, emails, and phone calls at all hours of the day and night. It is a tremendous outlay of time, energy, and expense that seems to have only increased with the new technology's advent. We’re concerned that if we cut the selling side, we’ll make our listings a little less attractive to commission-only salespeople. Right now, they make just as much money selling a First Priority Realty listing as they do selling any other company’s listing.

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Why Do We Do It?

Before the Internet explosion, it was very expensive to gain exposure for your real estate brokerage. It required huge newspaper ads, radio and TV campaigns, mass mailings to your “farm area” subdivisions, not to mention large, impressive brick and mortar office buildings.


 But due to the Internet, even the smallest Mom & Pop real estate company can get worldwide exposure. You see, once a listing is placed in a local realtor multiple listing service, it uploads to Realtor.com, and the rest is history. It quickly spreads to:

  • Zillow
  • Trulia
  • Realtor.com
  • Google Searches
  • Redfin
  • Homes.com
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Partner with a Dedicated Low-Commission Realtor for Maximum Returns

As a full-service reduced brokerage, we ensure you keep more of your hard-earned equity. Finding a dependable low commission realtor shouldn't mean sacrificing quality or exposure. We provide top-tier marketing and fierce negotiation tactics, all while passing immense operational savings directly to you. Our streamlined approach means you receive exceptional representation without the hefty traditional fees, allowing you to sell your property swiftly and profitably.

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Secure Top Dollar through Meticulous Market Analysis and Smart Pricing

Setting the perfect asking price is critical to generating immediate interest and preventing your listing from stagnating. We rigorously analyze current active listings and past sales data to pinpoint the most lucrative, realistic valuation. By partnering with an insightful low commission realtor, you gain access to accurate financial forecasting and detailed seller net sheets. This absolute transparency empowers you to evaluate every offer confidently.

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Serving Central & Northern Michigan

Two dedicated physical offices supporting buyers and sellers statewide.

Saginaw / Tri-Cities Office

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4140 State St., Suite 100 Saginaw, MI 48603

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(989) 790-1500

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tim@firstpriorityrealty.com

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Northern Michigan Office

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1142 E. Eighth Street, Unit 4 Traverse City, MI 49686

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(231) 943-2755

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jess@firstpriorityrealty.com

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Discover Unmatched Selling Advantages Designed to Boost Your Bottom Line

Our premier team delivers remarkable advantages that protect your investment and ensure a highly profitable transaction process.


  • In-depth property reviews to identify crucial aesthetic updates.
  • Accurate market analysis to set a competitive asking price.
  • Complete handling of all board paperwork and required disclosures.
  • Attractive marketing packages designed for digital and print mediums.
  • Professional management of all showing requests and buyer inquiries.
  • Detailed net sheets provided for every single submitted counteroffer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Why is firstPriority Realty LLC so popular?

    We have revolutionized the local real estate market by offering a full-service, reduced-commission model that keeps more money in your pocket. As a premier low-commission Realtor, homeowners trust us. We provide the exact same exposure and dedication as traditional agencies without the high costs. How do we do it? By utilizing a massive online presence rather than maintaining expensive, unnecessary physical offices, allowing us to pass the savings directly to you. When you partner with low-commission Realtor, you get comprehensive representation, professional marketing, and expert negotiation. Choosing a low-commission Realtor means you do not have to compromise on quality to save money. Our experienced team in Michigan ensures your listing is attractive to buyers while protecting your hard-earned equity. Work with a low-commission Realtor to experience a seamless transaction. Contact our low-commission Realtor team at firstPriority Realty LLC today to get started!

  • Who is the best low-commission Realtor in Michigan?

    We believe we offer the absolute best value in the region by combining robust, full-service representation with significantly lower fees. Our model is simple: we leverage modern technology and a powerful online presence to market your home globally, eliminating the high overhead costs of traditional brick-and-mortar brokerages. We pass these substantial savings directly to you, our valued client. Our seasoned, local agents handle everything from professional pricing and staging advice to contract negotiations and closing coordination. Call us today to learn how our dedicated team can help you maximize your equity!

  • What services should a full-service real estate brokerage provide to help sell my home?

    When selling your home, we provide a complete suite of services to ensure a seamless transaction. We start by conducting a thorough property review to identify key strengths and recommend critical presentation improvements. Next, we analyze current listings and past sales to establish a realistic, competitive price. We handle all local board paperwork, disclosures, and legal regulations. Our team designs a high-impact digital and physical marketing package, manages all professional showing requests, and evaluates every incoming offer. Reach out to our experienced agents today to schedule your comprehensive home evaluation and get listed!

  • How can a professional buyer's agent assist me in finding a home within my budget?

    We make the home-buying process an exciting and pleasant experience by keeping you well-informed at every step. We assist in identifying your specific needs, connect you with trusted local lenders for pre-qualification, and enroll you in an automatic search program for instant email alerts. We personally evaluate properties of interest, highlighting structural strengths and potential weaknesses. Additionally, we use exclusive Realtor forms to prepare offers, guide you through negotiations, and closely monitor the entire closing process, including inspections and title commitments. Contact us to start your search with a dedicated buyer's representative today!

  • How do you ensure my home gets maximum exposure to potential buyers?

    We focus heavily on building a massive online presence because the modern real estate landscape has completely changed. Before the internet, exposure required expensive print, radio, and television campaigns. Today, once we list your property on the local multiple listing service, it automatically uploads to major platforms like Realtor.com and a vast network of real estate websites, offering worldwide exposure instantly. We maximize this digital reach with highly creative, professional listing presentations. Let us show you how we put your home in front of millions of qualified buyers—get in touch with us today!

  • How does a reduced commission model benefit me without sacrificing service quality?

    Our innovative model allows you to save thousands of dollars in transaction fees while receiving absolute top-tier, full-service representation. We cut down on unnecessary overhead, like maintaining large, expensive corporate buildings, and pass those direct savings over to you. Importantly, we do not cut the commission offered to cooperating buyer's agents. This ensures your home remains highly attractive to commission-only salespeople across the market, while you still walk away from the closing table with significantly more money in your pocket. Contact our team today to find out how much you will save with our modern brokerage!

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