Skip to main content

First-Time Home Buyer Specialists in Traverse City, MI

Directory of first-time home buyer specialists in Traverse City, Michigan. Verify credentials with the state state mortgage licensing authority before hiring.

20 agents listed
Updated June 2026
Traverse City, MI
Important: Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and have not been independently verified by BeforeMortgageUSA.com. We do not endorse any broker or guarantee outcomes. Verify licensing and disciplinary status with the State Mortgage Licensing Authority of Michigan before hiring.
Showing 20 first-time home buyer specialists in Traverse City, MI Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeMortgageUSA. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any broker.
OneTrust Home Loans - Northern Michigan
697 Hannah Ave Ste C, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 486-5446 onetrusthomeloans.com
Real Estate One
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 947-9800 realestateone.com
Blue Lakes Real Estate Group
310 W Front St Suite 301, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 683-2125 bluelakesrealtors.com
Real Estate One
521 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 946-4040 realestateone.com
Molly Buttleman-@properties Christies International
129 S Union St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 463-6969 mollybuttleman.com
Janel & Taylor Brown, Realtors
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 360-1510 taylorbrownrealtor.com
Amber Crane, Realtor with Real Estate One
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 944-9979 ambercrane.com
Wentworth Real Estate Group - Traverse City
300 E Front St #240, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 735-3435 wentworthrealestate.com
Live Traverse City Real Estate Team
901 S Garfield Ave #202, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 499-9999 livetraversecity.com
The Mitten Real Estate Group
310 W Front St Suite 411, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 421-1970 themittengroup.com
Erika Nita - @Properties Christie's Int'l
@Properties Christie's International, 129 S Union St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 631-2946 traversecityrealestate.com
Sold by LisaB - REALTOR - Real Estate Agent in Traverse City, Michigan
241 E State St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(248) 981-3610 soldbylisab.com
Ginny Fey, Traverse City Real Estate
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 360-7822 ginnyfey.com
Traverse City Buyer Agent
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 632-4291
Trent Sims Realtor®
310 W Front St Suite 411, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 388-0770 231realtor.com
Traverse City Realtor Jennifer Edson, Real Estate
807 W Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 883-2648 jenniferedson.com
Real Estate One, Seth David
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 590-2565 sethdavidrealtor.com
Eric Senff Realtor - Real Estate One Randolph
521 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 590-1245 ericsenffrealtor.com
Kandra Oklat, Real Estate One-Traverse City, Front St.
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 590-2670 kandraoklat.realestateone.com
The Foerster Group, Real Estate One
511 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
(210) 286-8954 thefoerstergroup.com

A first-time home buyer specialist in Traverse City Michigan helps you navigate the local real estate market and Michigan specific programs. These specialists understand the Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance and the Sellers Disclosure Act. They guide you through inspections, financing, and closing steps unique to northern Michigan.

What Does a First-Time Home Buyer Specialist in Traverse City Cost?

A first-time home buyer specialist in Michigan typically charges a flat fee between 500 and 1500 dollars or an hourly rate of 150 to 350 dollars. Some specialists offer free initial consultations. Costs vary based on the complexity of your transaction and the services provided. This is general information and not mortgage or financial advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by agent and case complexity. This is not mortgage or financial advice — consult directly with an agent for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a first-time home buyer specialist do in Traverse City?
A specialist explains Michigan first-time buyer programs like the MSHDA mortgage and down payment assistance. They help you find qualified lenders and schedule home inspections. They also review the Michigan Seller Disclosure Statement for property issues.
Are there Michigan tax credits for first-time home buyers in Traverse City?
Yes, Michigan offers the Mortgage Credit Certificate program for first-time buyers. This federal tax credit reduces your annual federal income tax by up to 2000 dollars. You must meet income and purchase price limits set by MSHDA.

First-Time Home Buyer Specialists in Other Michigan Cities