More Than Real Estate: How CK Home Group Stays Rooted in Community

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imagesAt CK Home Group, real estate is only part of what we do. Yes, we help buyers find their dream homes and sellers move into the next chapter of their lives—but our passion extends far beyond closing deals. We’re deeply invested in the community we call home, and we believe that strong neighborhoods begin with people who care.

Born and raised in Southwest Michigan, our founder Cathie Waggoner built CK Home Group with the values of integrity, trust, and local connection at the core. That means we don’t just work in this area—we live here, raise our families here, and pour back into the community that’s supported us.

Whether it's sponsoring local school programs, participating in community fundraisers, supporting small businesses, or rolling up our sleeves for volunteer events, we believe real estate should be about more than houses—it should be about home. And home includes everything from the schools our kids attend to the coffee shops where we gather, the local parks we play in, and the people we meet along the way.

One of our favorite ways to give back is through partnerships with local schools like Ballard Elementary, where we’ve proudly supported creativity and education through unique campaigns like our student-designed coffee sleeve fundraiser. We’re also constantly spotlighting community events, promoting local businesses, and highlighting the people who make Southwest Michigan such a special place to live.

At CK Home Group, community involvement isn’t a marketing strategy—it’s who we are. We believe that when local businesses, families, and individuals lift each other up, everyone thrives.

So whether you're looking to buy, sell, invest—or just want to chat about what’s happening around town—we’re here. Because we’re not just selling real estate—we’re building relationships and helping strengthen the community we all love.