Blu House Property Management was formed by Ryan Ogle and Chris Thompson. In an effort to provide added value to their Real Estate Clients Ryan and Chris formed a property management company that would act as a support service to investment clients located around the United States. Currently Blu House Property Management has over 100 commercial and residential properties under management.
After graduating from Calvin College in 1999 with a Bachelors Degree in Business, Chris continued in the family business, Dar-V-Don LLC, as Sales Manager. Over the past ten years he has established fifteen million square feet of building management contracts for the University of Michigan, Ohio State University, Grand Valley State University, Louisiana State University, University of Chicago, Illinois State University, Ferris State University, National Heritage Academies, Indiana State University, and the University of Dayton
Chris began a real estate venture, STAC Holdings LLC, in 2007. The company invests in multi-unit rental properties in the Grand Rapids area. Recent downtown development makes the city an appealing place for investment. The creation of the medical corridor and the presence of the Michigan State University Medical School, creates a significant increase in demand for residential and commercial rental property.
Ryan has been a licensed Realtor since 2000 and has closed over 25 million dollars in sales since his start. Ryan is a member of the Grand Rapids Board of Realtors and the Michigan & National association of realtors. After short stints at local and national real estate companies, Ryan started Blu House Properties in 2008. Ryan's hard work, dedication to service and value of clients needs has allowed 95% of his business to come from referrals. Ryan was born and raised locally in Grand Rapids and currently lives in Eastown with his wife and two sons. Ryan's commitment to neighborhood values and community was the key factor in placing Blu Houses office in Eastown on Wealthy Street. Ryan is also the founder and co-owner of Blu House Property Management and Blu House Construction Services. Prior to Ryan's real estate career he successfully owned and manages J&O Painting and Improvements, Blackbridge Property Mgt., and Ogle Realty Services. Ryan's local knowledge of Grand Rapids along with his extensive background in home improvements, real estate investments is what allows him to bring an unmatched level of expertise to his clients.