About Erick Eckardt
Your Trusted REALTOR® Partner Across Michigan
Hi, I’m Erick Eckardt — a full-time licensed REALTOR® with Turnkey Realty, serving clients throughout Montcalm County, Kent County, Grand Rapids, and communities across Michigan.
With over 35 years in sales and 13 years as a REALTOR®, I bring a strategic, client-focused approach to every real estate transaction. My background includes founding and successfully selling a local internet marketing company, giving me unique insight into property visibility, market positioning, and negotiation strategy.
Professional Credentials
As a REALTOR®, I adhere to the strict NAR Code of Ethics and hold five additional prestigious National Association of REALTORS® certifications:
- RENE – Real Estate Negotiation Expert — optimal outcomes, conflict resolution. Learn More
- C2EX – Commitment to Excellence — ethics, best practices. Learn More
- PSA – Pricing Strategy Advisor — accurate market analysis, smart pricing. Learn More
- ABR – Accredited Buyer’s Representative — buyer counseling, contract expertise. Learn More
- e-PRO – Digital Marketing & Security — advanced online tools, data protection. Learn More
Association Memberships
These memberships give me access to all the tools and resources needed to successfully help you — and I’m proud to be part of them.
- National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
- Michigan REALTORS® (MR)
- Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS® (GRAR)
Languages
I’m trilingual: English, Spanish, and German. Learning these languages helped me become a better communicator and allows me to serve a diverse range of clients, including international buyers and sellers.
My Story
I grew up in Michigan. When I was 7 years old, my family and I moved abroad — living in Mexico for 6 years and Germany for 5 years. These formative experiences taught me Spanish and German naturally and gave me a global perspective on home and community.
At 18, I moved to Hawaii for 6 years, and I’ve traveled extensively across Australia, France, Netherlands, Canada, and throughout the U.S. I moved back to Michigan when I was 25, and I’ve called this state home ever since.
These experiences shaped my perspective on what people truly need when buying or selling property.
Today, I’m married with two children. We live on a small hobby farm in Coral, Michigan, where we raise chickens, ducks, and goats. I bought my first home in 2007 — 19 years ago — and understand firsthand the journey my clients are on.
Why Work With Me?
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Selling your home? Listings are always my priority — I’ll get your property maximum exposure and negotiate the best terms.
First Time Home Buyer? I’ll guide you through every step, from pre-approval to keys in hand — no question is too small.
Buying or Relocating? I’m here to help you make your next move your best move.
Investing? Whether it’s rental properties or portfolio diversification, I’ll help you identify opportunities with strong returns.