CENTURY 21 Signature Realty Expands Into Big Rapids With Acquisition of Century 21 Forward Realty Inc.

June 15, 2026 // Franchising.com // BIG RAPIDS, Michigan — CENTURY 21 Signature Realty announced the acquisition of CENTURY 21 Forward Realty Inc. The announcement describes the agent-centric platform and related support for sales associates. The emphasis is on service delivery for clients and agents alike.

A Growing Footprint Across Michigan

With the acquisition, CENTURY 21 Signature Realty now covers a wide area across the state. The brokerage operates multiple office locations along key corridors, including Saginaw, Freeland, Bay City, Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Lake Isabella, Big Rapids, Clare, Lake, and East Tawas, down the I-75 corridor to Frankenmuth, Flushing, Clio, Grand Blanc, and Fenton. Signature agents are positioned to serve the neighborhoods where clients live and work, bringing local market knowledge to transactions.

Leadership Insights on Moving FORWARD

“Moving FORWARD with Signature Service is more than a phrase; it represents exactly what this partnership stands for,” said Andrew Hauck, Partner of CENTURY 21 Signature Realty. “We are thrilled to welcome the talented agents and staff of C21 Forward into the Signature family. Our agent-centric platform is built to give these professionals the ultimate competitive edge, allowing them to focus entirely on delivering the best customer service. Together, we are raising the standard of real estate for Big Rapids and beyond.”

Jerry Garner, the former owner of CENTURY 21 Forward Realty Inc., expressed immense confidence in the transition, noting that the alignment of corporate values made the partnership a natural fit.

“When thinking about the future of Forward Realty, I knew it had to be with a company that shared our values,” said Jerry Garner. “CENTURY 21 Signature Realty brings the same level of care, integrity, and commitment to their clients that we have always believed in. With their advanced agent support system, I am incredibly excited to see our agents and clients thrive to their fullest potential under Andrew’s leadership.”

Comprehensive, Specialized Expertise

The transition ensures that property buyers and sellers in Big Rapids will benefit from an unparalleled depth of market specialization. CENTURY 21 Signature Realty’s agents are highly trained across diverse real estate sectors, including:

• First-time home buyers
• Downsizing & Condos
• Lakefront & waterfront properties
• Vacant land, hunting, and recreational acreage
• Commercial real estate, development, and urban rehabilitation
• Relocation services & VA buyers
• New construction, historic & mid-century homes

This acquisition is noted in industry sources and is a top entry in the REALTRENDS ranking. The firm remains focused on honesty, integrity, and reliable real estate solutions. The future emphasizes providing agents with information and services that support clients in real estate transactions.

SOURCE Century 21 Real Estate LLC.

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