Cait & Justin Wisniewski

A Top-Producing Team Established at Home

By Robbyn Moore

Photos by Jacob Harr with harr Creative LLC

Cait and Justin Wisniewski are a playful, hardworking couple who built their real estate business at 616 Realty through grit and determination, and with incredible support from friends and clients. “We were not handed a book of business,” Cait recalled when they launched their team six years ago. “At the beginning, we truly struggled financially, but we grew and learned together as a couple and established a solid referral-based business.”

When Cait first launched her career in 2015, Justin was by her side handling business taxes and home restoration advice. He officially joined Cait in 2020 after years of working in sales and operations for a European tech company. “For the better part of my life, I have owned rentals and flipped houses,” Justin shared. “Also, with my background in construction, I was accustomed to helping Cait and her clients with home repairs and various issues that needed to be addressed before buying or selling. So, after years of assisting on the side, I decided to get my license, take on more clients and grow our real estate business as official partners.”

For years, Cait encouraged Justin to get his license. She believed that her risk-taking skills and her drive for advancement, coupled with Justin’s in-depth knowledge on home repairs and renovations, could make them a powerful team — and she was correct. Together, they have established a top-producing, strictly referral-based business. “We do a lot of social media interaction and have a great reputation for stellar communications with our clients,” Cait said. “Beyond that, Justin’s passion for educating clients has garnered referrals based on trust and confidence in our work, and because of that, we’ve developed lifelong relationships with our clients.”

As a couple, the most rewarding aspect of working together is the flexibility of their schedules. “Being able to be around my family and be a part of their everyday lives is truly a gift,” Justin said. “I was able to spend the first year of my son’s life with him, which is something most fathers aren’t able to do. Thanks to our real estate careers, we are able to balance our professional and personal lives and carve out time that’s completely devoted to both.”

The duo has been married for eight years and have three children — Lillian, 10, Quinn, 2, and Rory 9, months old. “It sounds crazy, but as a family, we like to drive around and look at houses together,” Cait said with a laugh. When they’re not checking out the latest houses on the market, the family also enjoys going to the lake. “Justin grew up with Lake Michigan in his backyard, so any free time we have, you will find us there,” Cait shared.

Cait and Justin’s personalities complement one another, which presents a unique offering to their clients. “I would say I’m always pushing us to be more and do more,” Cait said. Justin added, “And when things get overwhelming, I bring a calming sense to our lives. Cait looks to me for that positive reinforcement while motivating me to dig deeper into my goals.”

Together, they are both very social and enjoy meeting new people and creating value in other people’s lives. “I would say we both have a sense of humor,” Justin explained. “But Cait is definitely the stronger communicator and organizer for our family while I like to work on home projects and cook, which is definitely essential to all aspects of our relationship!”

Cait agreed that cooking is one of Justin’s many strengths in the partnership, but she also admires his patience. “He keeps me grounded and balanced, which in turn, aids in my ability to multitask and coordinate so many different aspects of our lives,” she said.

The couple admitted that they are truly obsessed with homes and agreed that they will always be involved in real estate throughout their lives. “We currently own a Heritage Hill home that was built in 1895,” Justin said. “We are bringing it back to life and can’t wait for our next project after this one is completed.”

Given their status and expertise, Cait and Justin advised other couples looking to get into business together to be patient and encouraging, and to realize each other’s strengths. Justin added, “Cait taught me to take the risk, and I would encourage others to do the same. Don’t wait to start your dream because you won’t ever look back and be disappointed.”

DYNAMIC DUO -- Cait & Justin Wisniewski from 616 Realty