06/03/2025
Hey, I’m Dirk 👋 I’m a real estate agent based in Metro Detroit—specializing in helping people relocate here from out of state.
Here’s a little about me:
– I create YouTube videos to help people relocating to Michigan get a feel for what it’s really like to live in Metro Detroit before making the big move.
– I’ve lived in every U.S. time zone—grew up in the D.C. area, spent time in Missouri, Colorado, and California, and now Michigan.�
– I moved to Michigan 5 years ago and have lived in Lansing, Kalamazoo, and Detroit. I’ve been in Metro Detroit for 3.5 years now—and I don’t plan on leaving.�
– I wrestled for 20 years (2x Collegiate All-American, 3x High School All-American) and even dipped into MMA.�
– I’ve got a 2-year-old pit bull mix named Griswold—aka Grizz—and he’s my best friend.�
– I’m also a personal trainer and enjoy CrossFit-style workouts (but I do real pull-ups).�
– Before I moved here, I had no idea Michigan had beaches. 🤷🏼♂️
I didn’t grow up in Michigan myself, so I know firsthand how overwhelming it can be trying to figure out where to live, what’s a good fit, and what day-to-day life actually looks like in each suburb.
Follow along, ask questions, or shoot me a message—I’m happy to be a resource.
I’d love to know in the comments—if you’re planning a move to Michigan, what’s your biggest question right now? And if you already live here, what’s your favorite part about calling Michigan home?
