ELS Real Estate Group is a full service real estate brokerage and property management company dedicated to providing our clients the best service in our market including Franklin, Warren, and Gasconade Counties. We are a group of professionals from various walks of life who have a passion for real estate and property management!

Ed Schmelz, our founder and CEO has been in the real estate development and management business for over fifteen years and is a licensed Broker. His passion for real estate and leadership is second to none and shines through to his team.

Jacob Stallmann, who is a Broker-Salesperson and the Manager of the retail real estate division has over fourteen years’ experience in retail real estate services. He continues to be a top performing salesperson in the market.

Greg Smart, who is a Broker-Associate and a Certified Property Manager (CPM) through the Institute of Real Estate Management.  He has over 25 years of property management experience and leads our property management operations.

Why hire a REALTOR® with ELS Real Estate Group

All ELS Real Estate Group Agents and Brokers are members of the National Association of REALTORS® and are properly called REALTORS®. REALTORS®subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate. We are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly. REALTOR® business practices are monitored at local board levels. ELS Real Estate Group is a member of the Franklin County Board of Realtors and the Multiple Listing Service and the Missouri Realtors and requires its agents to abide by all rules and regulations of these services.

ELS Real Estate Group is a full service brokerage that can assist clients with the following real estate transactions:

Buyers

There are several aspects to consider when purchasing a home. Buyers should hire an agent that is specifically committed to representing you in the transaction, from the initial selection of properties, to the negotiation of the contract, to the closing date. Whether you’re a first time buyer or an experienced buyer, it is important to know that your agent has your best interest in mind as you select a home. 

Sellers list their homes with real estate agents to ensure they receive professional representation throughout the home selling process. As a buyer, you deserve the same kind of service. In most cases, buyers receive the benefits of having an agent represent them at no cost to the buyer!

Agent representation throughout the buying process is very important. Contact one of our Agents today to start your home search. Your home buyer consultation will include:

  • Description of the home buying process
  • Completing a general pre-qualification to learn what you can afford and if you qualify for any home buying programs that may benefit you
  • Assist you with referring you to various lenders to get competitive loan terms
  • Learn your needs and wants in order to search for the home you want and provide tips for negotiating the best deal

Sellers

If you’re planning to sell your home, the most important thing is to determine what is a fair asking price. Contact one of our many qualified Agents to provide you with a free market analysis. We will analyze comparable sold listings to help you determine the accurate market value of your home.

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest and most important financial transaction people experience in their lifetime. Once you decide to sell your home, choosing the right real estate company and agent to represent you during this transaction is critical in the decision making process. Consider the following reasons why you should list with ELS Real Estate Group:

  • We are committed to serving our client’s needs with outstanding service, honesty, and integrity
  • We follow a strict code of ethics in all areas of the real estate business
  • We advertise your home on MLS and other online websites and social media platforms that expose your property to the market
  • We offer to hold open houses
  • We have agents that specialize and market in East Central Missouri
  • We have a list of professional and reputable companies we work with for all your real estate needs including title companies, mortgage lenders, inspectors, insurance brokers and agents, pest control companies, and movers.

When you list with ELS Real Estate Group, we will see to it that your home is sold for the best price, in the shortest amount of time, and with the least inconvenience to you!

Investment Property – REO Property

Many of our agents with ELS Real Estate Group are experienced in assisting Buyers purchase investment properties. Bank owned, VA, HUD Homes, and Short Sale properties can oftentimes make excellent investment properties. Our agents can help you analyze various neighborhoods to determine if a property and projected rehab costs will provide a return on investment. Our sister company ELS Properties is one of the largest real estate investment companies in the area. Our team of expert real estate investment managers can provide you with a high degree of insight and information. Contact one of our agents today to provide you with a list of REO properties or investment properties currently on the market.   

Property Management Services

Our property management team is the most experienced and knowledgeable to team in the area. We have a Certified Property Manager or CPM® on staff with over 20 years of property management experience. Between our sister company ELS Properties and ELS Real Estate Group, we manage over 1,500 rental units with a portfolio value of over $100 million. Our managed portfolio consistently maintains an average occupancy of over 96%. Many of our property managers are licensed real estate agents. Our Senior Property Manager is a Certified Apartment Manager through the National Apartment Association.

ELS Real Estate Group manages all residential investment property classes including:

  • Single-family home rental
  • Duplex, triplex, and fourplex
  • Apartment buildings
  • Apartment communities of all sizes
  • Nightly guest house rentals
  • Self-storage facilities

Contact Greg Smart, CPM® at (636) 587-0185 or email greg.elsrealestategroup@gmail.com for a no cost consultation.