Michael Cosman

A CAREER BUILT ON SERVICE, LED BY FAITH

By Robbyn Moore

Photo by Stylish Detroit

Photos taken at Cranbrook Custom Home at The Heights in Rochester

Other than his family, Michael Cosman is passionate about his faith and about real estate. After he spent 21 years working as a cash management coordinator for a small private equity investment company, Michael decided to chase his dreams and fulfill a lifelong goal of professional happiness. His motivation came from a book and a hospital conversation with his mother who was battling pancreatic cancer. “At the time, I wasn’t sure which direction I was headed — full-time ministry or real estate,” Michael said. “But I had exhausted my accounting career and it was time for me to listen to my heart.”

With a background in accounting and finance, Michael thought he would have a long-lasting career in the financial industry. For years, he assisted high-net-worth clients achieve financial success, resulting in years of residual income. However, as time went on, Michael began to realize he, too, wanted that same financial gain for himself. His interest was further piqued after he read the book, “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki, which showcased opportunities for achieving residual income — real estate investing being an ideal industry.

“The book just blew me away and made perfect sense,” Michael recalled. “It was at this time I realized the power of real estate investing and proceeded to dive into real estate classes and investor-networking meetings, and shortly thereafter, obtained my license.”

At the same time Michael was feeling inspired to change the direction of his career, he was also heavily involved in his church as a volunteer. It was there that he met and married his wife, Patty, in 2006. “I was offered a part-time children’s pastoral position, but ultimately, I wanted to secure a full-time ministry position,” he said. “When that didn’t happen and my mom’s health deteriorated, I joined Keller Williams - Somerset/Paint Creek and began working full time.”

Eight years later, Michael has achieved a career sales volume totaling more than $50 million. He also became Michigan’s only Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert after he saw the need to help families with the sale of their home during an extremely stressful chapter in their lives. His passions to be of service to others and to follow his faith have been the cornerstones of his real estate success. “I absolutely love helping others and making a positive impact with what is typically the greatest investment in a person’s life. The greatest reward for me is guiding individuals through a stress-free experience and letting them know I care more about them than necessarily the paycheck,” Michael said.

Michael continues to combine his two passions by ministering in unique ways. Recently, he helped a woman sell the home of her father who was struggling with Parkinson’s disease. Because the daughter lived over an hour away, Michael took the burden off the family by meeting with the father at his assisted living facility to answer questions, guide him through the sales process and sign paperwork. “It gave me a great sense of satisfaction knowing I was helping someone who was putting their faith and trust in me,” he said. “It is a humbling and rewarding experience when I can combine my real estate knowledge with my desire to serve others.”

Michael has been happily married for 15 years to his best friend, Patty, and they have two wonderful children and five grandchildren. Michael enjoys playing chess, golfing, bowling, traveling, and entertaining his family and friends at home. He also dedicates his time to aiding organizations that need support, including Compassion International, Integrity International, Love For A Child and various other groups that help those who are neglected, abused or forgotten.

Michael’s responsiveness, honesty, integrity and genuine care have resulted in lifelong friendships from most of his clients. “When I’m providing individuals with exceptional service and consistent communication, the experience is more than a transaction: It’s a life-changing experience,” he shared. “My goal is to have everyone who works with me remember their experience as unparalleled for years to come, long after the closing.”

AGENT SPOTLIGHT Michael Cosman from Keller Williams - Somerset/Paint Creek