MEET Bethany CEO/ Founder
Bethany began her career as a Clinical Social Worker after finishing her Masters from the University of Michigan. With 10+ years experience in the field, Bethany was approached by a good friend to consider real estate. Initially excited about the opportunity to make limitless commission, she quickly fell in love with helping people through the biggest purchase of their lives - finding their dream home.
After going through Executive Coaching to build her own personal development, she realized the skills she honed during her decade of clinical social work are an asset in both sales and developing a business. In fact, it’s what gives her a true, heartfelt advantage! So passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential by developing personally and professionally.
From Real Estate and to Business Mentorship, Bethany is the ready to serve you.
MEET THE BETTER CO. TEAM
Chris King,
CFO / Realtor
Katie Kutscher,
Realtor
Chris has a wealth of business and life experiences that he is bringing to The Better Co. Oakland University graduate (elementary education), former professional soccer player, college and competitive youth coach, father, Cross-fitter, and Environmental Contract Management experience overseeing the TWM program and budget for nearly 70 manufacturing and engineering sites across North America. The Better Co is excited to have Chris on the team!
Katie received a BA in Communications from Michigan State University and began her career in New York City rising to the position of New York Region Marketing Director at the Universal Music Group. She successfully transitioned her carrier to the hospitality industry where she built and opened two music and art focused bars and restaurants in Lower East side of Manhattan. After getting married and having 2 children she decided it was time to take her talents back to her hometown. In 2016 she purchased a piece of commercial real estate in Berkley Michigan where she opened the Berkley Common Bar and Restaurant. Katie sits on the board of directors of The Berkley Chamber of Commerce assisting in the development and progress of the downtown area. As the recipient of the Businessperson of the Year award for the Berkley Chamber, Katie’s passion lies with connecting people with the right business opportunities and locations that fit her clients’ needs.
Janelle Cluff,
Realtor
Janelle is a Wife and a mom of a little girl. She has been in the Medical Field for 15 years and a Labor and Delivery Nurse for 11. Her background gives her an ability to quickly connect with others, especially in emotional and high stress situations. She thrives on human connections and caring for those around me. She is detail oriented and goal motivated. She is happiest when being creative whether it is through Real Estate, cooking, or trying something new. While going from Medicine to Business seems like a leap; her core values remain: Serve, guide, educate, advocate, and grow.
Kris-Tina Douglass,
Realtor
Kris-Tina is a wife, mother of three, and fitness enthusiast. She completed her undergraduate degree at Michigan State University and went on to receive an MBA in Management. With 15+ years in the government sector as a Social Worker, she has leveraged her natural inspiration of helping others. Kris-Tina has found that Real Estate is an environment where her creative vision and attention to detail is valued, and her love for assisting and helping others is a part of every aspect. It is Kris-Tina’s honest passion to help clients take a dream home vision and help make it a reality.
Julia Zahn,
Realtor
Julia is driven by a passion and fervor for making connections and diligently works to understand her clients’ desires, ensuring each one’s happiness is at the forefront of her service. With Julia, you’re not just finding a house; you’re discovering a home that resonates with your own taste and lifestyle.
Julia, a devoted mother of four, a seasoned hairstylist of 20 years. She brings a wealth of interpersonal skills and an eye for style to the real estate world. Julia’s passion for fitness and exploration of global cuisines reflects her dynamic approach to life, a zest she carries over to her real estate clients. Julia’s love for travel means she appreciates every individual’s unique journey to finding the perfect home.
Let Julia guide you to where your dreams and reality .
LOCAL DETROIT EXPERT
Aside from knowing the Metro Detroit market inside and out, the Better Co.'s involvement in the community provides a unique perspective that helps you narrow down the neighborhoods you're most interested in. It also helps develop marketing strategies that ensure the right buyers find your property.
TOP NOTCH
MARKETING
With 95% of buyers looking online at some point in their home search, mastering the digital space is a must. Uncovering an award-winning suite of technology tools, in combination with Better with Bethany's market expertise, the Better Co. will deliver optimized search, social media, and email campaigns. All of this to ensure your listing shines online and you achieve your homeownership goals. Our digital marketing capabilities outshine them all.