Jan Dijkers

Detroit Realtor, Investor, & Developer |
Dog Mom | Property Tax Nerd

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chairman's Circle Platinum

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Hour Detroit Real Estate All Stars

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Legend Award

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chairman's Circle Platinum • Hour Detroit Real Estate All Stars • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Legend Award •

OUR SERVICES

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Professional real
estate marketing

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Home equity review

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Real estate Buyer, Seller, and Landlord representation

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Real estate developer
support and project feasibility consultation

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Real estate investor support and investment analysis

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Property tax and property
tax abatement information
and support

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About Jan

Jan Dijkers is a 25-plus-year resident of Detroit, spending most of that time in the Woodbridge neighborhood. She has been a licensed Realtor since 2005, and currently holds the position of President and Managing Broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse. She is a top producer, having earned distinction among Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices agents every year since 2018, and most recently, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chairman’s Circle Platinum in 2024. Locally she has earned Hour Detroit Magazine’s “Real Estate All Star” for multiple years.

She was part of a development team that converted a Brush Park mansion into four condominium units in 2006. In 2021, she and her business partner completed a 5-year development project, converting an historic commercial property in New Center into mixed-use. Jan owned and operated a property management firm for 10 years, which managed an estimated 400 rental units at the time of sale in 2018. These experiences have given Jan special expertise that she can impart to her investor and developer clients, especially related to developer support services.

Jan has a particular interest in the emerging markets of Detroit. She has, what some would call, an unhealthy obsession with helping homeowners navigate property taxes, tax assessments, and tax abatements. 

Jan is “house-hacking” in a duplex she owns, lives in, and rents out, in historic Woodbridge, with her long-time partner, and their two rescue pitbull mutts.

What My Clients Say

  • Jan is an amazing realtor. We have used her for our last 5 real estate transactions that have included everything from lots, rental investments and primary home purchases. She is someone who will stand by your side throughout and help ensure everything gets filed. Jan has unique long term experience in the Detroit market, which also makes her an excellent advisor when it comes to inner city investing. 10/10 would recommend Jan.

    Anna Schneider

  • Jan and her team did a wonderful job selling my home in Detroit. It sold within 3 months over the winter and holiday season. She responded quickly to my questions, gave great advice, and made the overall process effortless from start to finish. If you want your home to sell fast at the best price, sign with Jan, you will not regret it!

    Jayne Carver

  • Working with Jan was a great experience! As a first-time home buyer and someone relatively new to the Detroit area, I had a lot of questions about the home-buying process. From our first interaction, I could tell Jan had vast domain-knowledge about properties in Detroit, and she quickly earned trust as a reliable resource. Throughout the entire process Jan was extremely helpful and responsive and helped me find and land a great condo! I would definitely recommend Jan and Berkshire Hathaway for anyone interested in buying a place in the Detroit area!

    Tejas Bharath

  • Jan helped me purchase my Detroit home in 2009 and just helped me sell it in 2021. I never even considered working with another agent to sell because I'd had such a wonderful experience with her the first time around. In both cases, she was patient and helpful, taking time to provide all of the information I needed to understand the ins and outs of various decisions without ever pushing me into choices I wasn't comfortable with. I would strongly recommend Jan to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Detroit!!

    Kerry Vachta

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FAQs

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  • You can only appeal during the February window (Feb 1–22). Start by reviewing your assessment notice. Look for errors like the wrong square footage, a missed basement, or a neighborhood multiplier (ECF) that doesn’t match reality. Gather recent sales (comps) from your area and highlight differences. File with the Assessor’s Review first; if denied, escalate to the Board of Review or Michigan Tax Tribunal. The more organized your evidence, the stronger your case.

    Watch my “How to Appeal Your Detroit Property Taxes” video

  • Yes. While prices have risen in some areas, many neighborhoods still offer homes under $200K—a rare find in major U.S. cities. That affordability is a big reason first-time buyers are looking here.

    Watch my “Buying in Detroit 2025” video

  • Neighborhoods like Woodbridge, University District, Indian Village, Boston-Edison, and Palmer Woods are top choices for their architecture, tree-lined streets, and strong communities. These areas attract buyers who want character and long-term value.

    Watch my “Tour of Detroit’s Historic Neighborhoods” video

  • I track MLS listings, off-market deals, and investor networks. Multi-family homes move quickly, so having a pipeline and quick response is key.

    Watch my “Finding Detroit Investment Properties” video

  • Spring and early summer typically bring the most buyers, but serious buyers are active year-round. Timing also depends on your personal goals.

    Watch my “Best Time to Sell in Detroit” video

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