Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Ohio Real Estate & Auction Experts
Founded in 1978 by Bruce E. Guilford, our firm has served as a trusted resource for real estate and auctioneering solutions across Ohio and Indiana. We address critical gaps in the real estate market by guiding clients through credit repair and prequalification processes, ensuring they achieve competitive advantages. With decades of experience, we specialize in residential, commercial, and land transactions, conducting approximately 150 auctions annually. Our team prioritizes personalized service, handling all aspects of real estate transactions from marketing to closing. We actively participate in community organizations like the Rotary Club and United Way, reflecting our commitment to local development.Professional affiliations with the Northwest Ohio Board of Realtors and National Federation of Independent Business keep us aligned with industry standards. Our proven track record in Defiance, Paulding, and Williams counties underscores our reputation for integrity and results. We serve clients statewide, offering tailored advice for diverse property needs. Our mission remains focused on building lasting relationships through expert guidance and dedicated client support.
Services
Real Estate Sales
Auction Services
First-Time Homebuyer Consulting
Property Valuations
Land Transactions
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have 45+ years of proven experience in Ohio real estate markets.
- Our full-service approach handles every transaction detail from start to finish.
- We specialize in first-time homebuyer credit repair and prequalification guidance.
- Our team conducts approximately 150 efficient, transparent real estate auctions annually.
- We actively support local communities through civic organizations and charitable initiatives.
What people say
Expedited sale of difficult property
Knowledgeable and helpful agents
Top-notch real estate sector knowledge
Courteous and responsive staff
Stress-free home purchasing process
Services
Real Estate Sales
We facilitate residential, commercial, and land transactions with expert market insights. Our licensed agents handle marketing, negotiations, and closing processes statewide. Clients receive personalized solutions for buying or selling properties, including single-family homes, investment real estate, and development land.
Auction Services
Our auctioneers conduct efficient property and asset sales with transparent processes. We ensure accurate valuations through professional appraisals and maintain consistent participation in approximately 150 annual auctions. Services include marketing auction listings and managing liquidation events for individuals and businesses.
First-Time Homebuyer Consulting
We provide specialized consulting for credit repair, prequalification assistance, and purchasing advice. Our team helps clients prepare financially to make competitive offers. Services include personalized financial evaluations and guidance through the entire home buying process.
Property Valuations
Our certified auctioneers deliver accurate property valuations based on market trends and comparable sales. We combine industry experience with local market knowledge to determine fair pricing for residential, commercial, and land transactions, supporting both buyers and sellers.
Land Transactions
We specialize in connecting land buyers and sellers across Ohio. Our team facilitates transactions for agricultural, recreational, and development properties. Clients benefit from targeted marketing strategies and our extensive network of potential buyers for acreage properties.
People
Bruce E. Guilford
Founder
Established the company in 1978 with a commitment to personalized real estate service. Active community participant in organizations like United Way and Red Cross. Recognized for maintaining industry standards through professional affiliations.
Turk Guilford
Agent
Provides expert guidance through real estate transactions with personalized advice. Praised for clear communication and prompt responses during home buying processes. Demonstrates deep knowledge of Ohio's real estate market through client interactions.
Oley McMichael
Agent
Recognized for expediting property sales under challenging circumstances. Maintains focus on client satisfaction through dedicated support during complex transactions. Builds trust through consistent, high-quality service delivery.
Stephanie
Agent
Known for exceptional client care in challenging real estate situations. Contributes to successful transactions through thorough attention to detail and dedicated client support throughout the selling process.
Lisa Handschy
Agent
Provides continuous updates and market expertise during real estate transactions. Recognized for contributing to successful home purchases and sales while maintaining professional standards throughout the client journey.
Questions
What real estate services do you offer in Ohio?
We provide residential, commercial, and land sales, first-time homebuyer consulting, and real estate auctions across all Ohio counties.
How do you assist first-time homebuyers?
We offer specialized consulting for credit repair, prequalification guidance, and tailored advice to help first-time buyers navigate the purchasing process.
Can you help with property auctions?
Yes, we conduct approximately 150 real estate and asset auctions annually, ensuring transparent and efficient transactions for buyers and sellers.
Are your agents licensed in multiple states?
Our company holds Ohio real estate licenses, with select agents licensed in Indiana to serve cross-state clients effectively.
How does your team support out-of-state clients?
We provide comprehensive communication, regular updates, and market expertise to assist clients selling or buying property remotely.
Reviews (4)
David Bolen
Dec 29, 2021
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All of Bruce's staff is very knowledgeable, very kind and helpful. Bruce is always willing to help anyone he can and expect nothing in return too. Definitely a great company...
Michael Saum
Nov 05, 2021
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Bruce was extremely helpful. His team is great and with the knowledge and experience make the process easy. I'd recommend anyone buying or selling a home to give Bruce and his team a call
Justtherealjd
May 10, 2020
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This company goes above and beyond to satisfy their customers. From the owner to the employees I had a great experience in dealing with other than normal situation. They were extremely attentive to small details. I highly recommend Bruce and his team. Top Notch!
Jill Handy
Jun 02, 2019
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We bought a house from Bruce and he really knows his business. He also sold our Mothers house and we were pleased with the sale.
