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Laurel Buys Houses is a division of Absolute Equity partners, LLC. and is locally owned by business partners Laurel M. DeGrand and Julia Frederick. Laurel worked in manufacturing for over 37 years and served as a committee member for IAM Local Union, before transitioning to Real Estate full time. She has adopted 4 children through kinship foster care. One of them with special needs. Laurel loves getting the kids outside to enjoy the same activities she did as a child, from kite flying, swimming, fishing, camping, bike riding, sledding just to name a few. I am an active member of St. Mathias Catholic Parish where I currently teach Christian Formation classes. Laurels business partner, Julia Frederick, ran a in home daycare for over 25 years. Julia has raised her daughter who is now happily married to Robert Kamholz. Melinda, Bob and Julia’s 2-year-old grand-daughter live West of Oshkosh, WI. Julia graduated from Bay View High School in 1985. She became a foster parent in her early 20’s. Julia remained a foster care provider for over 20 years. Laurel and Julia are big time sports fans- Packers, Brewers, Bucks and Badgers, only to name a few. Both are animal lovers which Julia has a little dog named “Meeko”.

Testimonials

Laurel was a pleasure to work with. She made us feel comfortable through the whole process. She’s a genuinely good person with great communication, and a caring heart.

- Nakeisha S.

— Laurel was so patient and knowledgeable about how to get the best offer for my property. Her explanation of the process really decreased my stress. It really helps when someone can identify different options to solve the problem. Thanks so much Laurel!

D Williams

Laurel is very easy to work with and consistently helps ensure our transactions close with no issues. Highly recommend!

James Bertolli