We are pleased to announce that we are now exempt under IRC Section 501 (c) (3) as a public charity.  Donors may now deduct contributions they make to this fund please make any donation checks payable to the Firelands Association of of REALTORS Charitable Foundation.  

This new entity will be our charity arm and how we collect any funds for future charitable events.  If making a donation to the Ottawa County Charitable Trust please make a memo note that you want the money to go towards that account.  

This also meets one of Core Standards Requirements and puts up in full complaince with all federal and state laws.

Phillip Bolte, Bolte Real Estate

Justin Ewell, Ewell & Associates

April Hull, Bolte Real Estate

Karmen Lucas, Howard Hanna Real Estate

Steve Mack, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Stadtmiller Realty

Phillip Bolte, Broker and Co-Owner of Bolte Real Estate, was chosen the Firelands Association of REALTORS® REALTOR® of the Year at their annual meeting and awards night. This organization is a professional trade association that serves more than 500 licensed REALTORS® and affiliate members in Ottawa, Erie, Sandusky, Seneca and Huron counties, guiding them in the best possible real estate practices with a strict code of ethics. It is affiliated with the Ohio Association of Realtor and the National Association of Realtors, who work aggressively to provide members with tools and resources needed to succeed and be compliant in current real estate practices.

Phillip is a Past President of the Association and current member of its Board of Directors as well as a member of the Ohio Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors. Bolte Real Estate, one of North Central Ohio's largest brokerages has offices in Port Clinton, Catawba, Clyde and Fremont, and will be celebrating their 80th year of business next year.

Phillip was recently elected to another three(3) year term as a Board of Director for Firelands beginning January 1. 2016.  Phillip and his wife Jenn have a two (2) year old daughter.  Congratulations Phillip on your much deserved award.