Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Michigan & Florida
Founded in 1996, Five Star Real Estate has grown from a West Michigan-based brokerage to a statewide and Florida presence with over 850 agents and 25 offices. Our success stems from prioritizing relationships between clients and agents, supported by tools and training that enable agents to close twice the national average of transactions. Community involvement remains central to our mission, demonstrated through annual charity events like our Charity Golf Outing for Covenant Ability Network and staff participation in Habitat for Humanity projects.We maintain 24/7 availability through our extensive network while emphasizing compassion, friendship, and mutual respect in all business practices. Our leadership team, including founder Greg Carlson and president Paul Carlson, continues to drive innovation in real estate services while maintaining local market expertise across residential, commercial, and relocation sectors.
Services
Relocation Services
Commercial Real Estate
Residential Sales
Charity Fundraising
Agent Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We maintain 24/7 availability through 25 offices and 850+ agents
- Our agents close twice the national average of transactions
- Community involvement through annual charity events and donations
- Specialized relocation services with national referral network partners
- Commercial real estate expertise covering office, retail, and industrial sectors
Associations and certifications
- Worldwide ERC
Services
Relocation Services
Our relocation specialists streamline Michigan and Florida moves with comprehensive buyer/seller support. Michael Hall, Director of Relocation Services, coordinates seamless transitions for job-related relocations. As Worldwide ERC members, we access national referral networks for cross-country moves.
Commercial Real Estate
We offer full-service commercial solutions for office, retail, industrial, and investment properties. Our experts provide market analysis and tailored strategies to maximize property value. Services include lease negotiations, property management, and investment portfolio optimization.
People
Greg Carlson
Founder
Greg founded Five Star Real Estate in 1996 and established its community-focused values. He continues guiding strategic growth while maintaining hands-on involvement in brokerage operations.
Paul Carlson
President
As President, Paul leads daily operations and agent development programs. He implements technology solutions that enhance client-agent communication and transaction efficiency.
Michael Hall
Director of Relocation Services
Michael oversees relocation services with 20+ years of experience in corporate moves. He coordinates with employers and employees to minimize disruption during job-related relocations across Michigan and Florida.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Michigan and Florida with 25 offices and 850+ agents available 24/7.
What real estate services do you offer?
We provide residential sales, commercial real estate solutions, and relocation services for both individuals and corporations.
How do you support local communities?
We host annual charity events like our Charity Golf Outing and partner with organizations like Habitat for Humanity and Toys for Tots.
What makes your agents different?
Our agents receive specialized training and close twice the national average of transactions while maintaining personalized client relationships.
