Schmidt Family of Companies serves as the parent organization for an impressive portfolio of Coldwell Banker franchises, including Schmidt Realtors, Woodland Schmidt and AJS-Schmidt (in Michigan), Schmidt Realty and Schmidt Family of Companies (in Ohio), Sunstar Realty, Paradise, Premier Properties and The Amelia Group (in Florida). Founded in 1927 by Harold F. Schmidt, this fifth-generation real estate brokerage firm was originally established as H.F. Schmidt Real Estate, built on the core principles of honesty, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to exceptional service. Harold Schmidt’s dedication to these values earned him the trust and loyalty of his clients, laying a strong foundation for what has become one of the largest and most respected real estate brokerages in the nation.

In 1946, Harold’s son Joseph Schmidt joined the business, followed by his grandsons Fred and Ken Schmidt in 1962 and 1968, respectively. The firm experienced transformative growth in 1983 when it became a Coldwell Banker franchisee, leveraging the brand’s global reach to expand its operations and influence. Today, Mike Schmidt leads the organization as CEO, Steve Bell as CFO and Jason Rice as CSGO.

From its modest beginnings, Schmidt Family of Companies has grown into a dynamic leader in the real estate industry, expanding its reach and services to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Specializing in Residential, Luxury, and Commercial real estate sales, as well as offering Mortgage, Title, Relocation, and Property Management services, the company now operates over 80 offices across Upper and Lower Michigan, both coasts of Florida and Northeast Ohio.

With a dedicated team of more than 1,800 Realtors and Broker Associates, Schmidt Family of Companies continues to deliver exceptional expertise and service in every market it serves. In 2023 the firm achieved an impressive $5 billion in sales volume with over 15,000 closed transactions, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the real estate industry.