Katie Thomas-Wilson, Realtor

Katie Thomas-Wilson, Realtor Southwest Michigan REALTOR® with Lakes & Country Real Estate. I handle the details so you can focus on your next chapter.

I’m Katie Thomas, a REALTOR® with Lakes & Country Real Estate, serving Southwest Michigan. I focus on honest advice, clear communication, and a smooth experience from start to finish. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling your current one, I handle the details, stay on top of the process, and keep you informed so you can feel confident about your move.

No real estate talk today,  just checking in 💛What’s one good thing that happened to you this week?Big or small.Drop it ...
02/13/2026

No real estate talk today, just checking in 💛

What’s one good thing that happened to you this week?
Big or small.

Drop it in the comments so we can celebrate the wins together. ✨

If you’re moving this year, save this for later 📝Moving day essentials to keep in a separate, easy-to-find box:Toilet pa...
02/11/2026

If you’re moving this year, save this for later 📝

Moving day essentials to keep in a separate, easy-to-find box:

Toilet paper & hand soap

Phone chargers

Basic snacks & water

Paper plates/cups

One set of sheets + pajamas

It’s not glamorous, but it makes that first night way easier. 😅

Thinking about selling someday, but not quite ready yet?Here are 3 low-stress ways to prep your home over time:1️⃣ Declu...
02/09/2026

Thinking about selling someday, but not quite ready yet?

Here are 3 low-stress ways to prep your home over time:
1️⃣ Declutter one room at a time
2️⃣ Keep a running list of small fixes (loose handles, scuffed walls, etc.)
3️⃣ Start a “house folder” for utility bills, manuals, and big-ticket receipts

Future you will be VERY thankful. 😅
If you want help figuring out what’s worth doing (and what’s not), I’m here to help.

Fun Fact Friday! 📍Did you know…🍇 Paw Paw has been a grape-growing and wine-loving town for over a century. Small town ro...
02/06/2026

Fun Fact Friday! 📍

Did you know…
🍇 Paw Paw has been a grape-growing and wine-loving town for over a century. Small town roots, big flavor. 💙

I love being able to share these little things with people who are thinking about moving here (or just exploring their own backyard). 🏡

Drop your favorite local fun fact in the comments!

Let’s play a little This or That: Home Edition 😄Which one are you picking?A) Brand new buildB) Older home with character...
02/04/2026

Let’s play a little This or That: Home Edition 😄

Which one are you picking?

A) Brand new build
B) Older home with character

Comment A or B below 👇

Let’s bust a few home buyer myths 👀Myth: “I need 20% down to buy a house.”Myth: “I should wait until I’m 100% ready befo...
02/02/2026

Let’s bust a few home buyer myths 👀

Myth: “I need 20% down to buy a house.”
Myth: “I should wait until I’m 100% ready before talking to an agent or lender.”
Myth: “Looking online is enough, I don’t need my own agent.”

Reality? Every situation is different, and you might be closer than you think.
If you’re even wondering about buying this year, I’m happy to chat through it with you. No pressure, just answers. 🏡

As we wrap up the month, a lot of people are asking:“Where is the Van Buren and Kalamazoo market at right now?”If you’d ...
01/30/2026

As we wrap up the month, a lot of people are asking:
“Where is the Van Buren and Kalamazoo market at right now?”

If you’d like a quick snapshot that’s actually relevant to YOU, whether you’re a:

Homeowner thinking about selling

Renter wondering if buying is possible

Homeowner just curious about equity

Comment “market” or message me your neighborhood, and I’ll send a simple, no-pressure update.

“What does a buyer’s agent actually do for me?”Short answer: a lot more than unlock doors.I help you:Find homes that fit...
01/28/2026

“What does a buyer’s agent actually do for me?”

Short answer: a lot more than unlock doors.

I help you:

Find homes that fit your needs & budget

Spot red flags and potential issues

Understand contracts & contingencies

Negotiate on your behalf

Coordinate the process from offer to closing

If you’ve been browsing on your own and want someone in your corner, I’d love to chat.

Not moving right now, but thinking “maybe in the next year or two”?That’s actually the perfect time to start talking.We ...
01/26/2026

Not moving right now, but thinking “maybe in the next year or two”?

That’s actually the perfect time to start talking.
We can:

Look at what your home might sell for in the future

Talk about where you’d like to go next

Create a loose timeline that fits your life

No commitment, no pressure, just a conversation and a rough plan so you’re not scrambling later.

Let’s do a little Q&A!If you have a question about:BuyingSellingInvestingThe local market in Van Buren or Kalamazoo Coun...
01/24/2026

Let’s do a little Q&A!

If you have a question about:

Buying

Selling

Investing

The local market in Van Buren or Kalamazoo County

…drop it in the comments or send me a message. I’m happy to answer, even if you’re just curious and not planning to move anytime soon.

There are no dumb questions in real estate.

Going to showings soon? Here’s some quick home-tour etiquette that keeps things smooth for everyone:Be on time, or let y...
01/22/2026

Going to showings soon? Here’s some quick home-tour etiquette that keeps things smooth for everyone:

Be on time, or let your agent know if you’re running late

Try not to bring a big crowd unless arranged ahead of time

Ask before taking photos or videos inside

Keep comments respectful, sellers sometimes have cameras

Save this for later if you’re planning to start touring homes soon!

Real estate isn’t just unlocking doors and taking cute listing photos.Behind the scenes, I’m:- Watching new listings & p...
01/20/2026

Real estate isn’t just unlocking doors and taking cute listing photos.

Behind the scenes, I’m:

- Watching new listings & price changes for you

- Coordinating showings, inspections, and deadlines

- Communicating with lenders, title, and the other agent

- Helping you read (and actually understand) the paperwork

My goal is to make a complicated process feel as simple as possible for you.

If you’re thinking about a move and want to know what working together looks like, send me a message.

Address

200 S Kalamazoo Street
Paw Paw, MI
49079

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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