About Midwest Auctioneers & Realty
Experience the Difference in Real Estate & Auction Services
Midwest Auctioneers & Realty was founded in 1975 with a commitment to providing honest, results-driven auction services to clients throughout Ohio and the surrounding region. What began as a traditional auction company has grown into a full-service firm specializing in farmland, equipment, estates, and real estate sales and auctions, while maintaining the same core values of integrity, hard work, and personal service.
Over the decades, Midwest has adapted alongside the evolving auction industry, embracing new technology and marketing strategies to expand buyer reach far beyond the local level. By combining time-tested auction methods with modern online bidding platforms and targeted advertising, we are able to generate competitive bidding environments that maximize value for our clients.
In addition to auctions, Midwest Auctioneers & Realty also offers conventional real estate services, providing clients with flexible selling options based on their goals and timelines. Whether through auction or traditional listing, our team is experienced in identifying the right strategy to attract qualified buyers and achieve strong market results.
Today, Midwest Auctioneers & Realty is backed by an experienced team that manages every aspect of the process, from initial consultation and setup to marketing, auction execution, and final settlement. Whether working with multi-generational farm families, estate sellers, or real estate clients, our focus remains the same: delivering strong results, creating a seamless experience, and building lasting relationships based on trust and performance.
Company History:
Mission:
Deliver maximum value for every client
Provide a seamless selling experience
Connect serious buyers with quality opportunities
Why Choose Midwest Auctioneers & Realty?
Experience You Can Trust. Results You Can Count On.
Since 1975, Midwest Auctioneers & Realty has built a reputation for integrity, transparency, and exceptional service. We combine decades of industry expertise with modern marketing strategies to connect sellers with qualified buyers nationwide.
What Sets Us Apart?
- Over 50 years of auction and real estate experience
- Nationwide buyer reach and online bidding capabilities
- Licensed real estate professionals and auctioneers
- Comprehensive marketing for maximum exposure
- Personalized service from listing to closing
- Proven results for estates, farms, businesses, and property owners
Meet the Team
Auctioneer/Sales Agent
Services
Sellers choose Midwest Auctioneers & Realty because we don’t just list assets, we create demand. Through a combination of targeted marketing, nationwide buyer reach, and decades of experience, we position every sale to generate competitive bidding and maximize value.
With expertise in both auction and traditional real estate, we provide flexible solutions tailored to each client’s goals, timeline, and property type. From farmland and equipment to estate settlement and real estate sales, our team manages every detail from start to finish, delivering a seamless experience and proven results.
Real Estate Auctions, Personal Property Auctions, Inventory Reduction or Liquidations
From professional cataloging and advertising to auction day execution and settlement, our team manages the entire process with precision and efficiency. Sellers benefit from a streamlined timeline, transparent process, and proven ability to convert assets into results.
We manage the entire process from start to finish, driving competitive bidding and strong results.
Real Estate
Real estate is more than just listing a property, it’s about positioning it to sell. We use proven marketing strategies, market insight, and a network of serious buyers to generate interest and drive results.
By combining local expertise with strong marketing and buyer outreach, we ensure each property is presented to its highest potential. From pricing strategy to closing, we provide a streamlined, professional process designed to deliver results.
Seller Process
Every property and situation is unique. Our seller process begins with understanding your goals and developing the right strategy for your sale. From marketing and preparation to execution and settlement, our team provides professional guidance and support throughout each step of the process.
- Consultation & Strategy
- Marketing & Setup
- Sale Execution (Auction or Listing) & Settlement
Ready to Buy, Sell, or Auction?
Partner with a team that's been delivering trusted auction and real estate services since 1975.
Call (937) 548-2640 today to discuss your goals.
Mike Baker – Auctioneer & Real Estate Broker
President and owner of Midwest Auctioneers and Realty Inc., this is Mike’s 43rd year as a professional auctioneer, conducting real estate, land and farm auctions, estate auctions, machinery, livestock, and more. In 2025 the company celebrated its 50th year in the Auction and Real Estate business.
Mike graduated from Reppert Auction School of Decatur, Ind in 1982 and in 1987 he became a licensed real estate broker and partner in a local real estate office. In 2001 he was elected president of the OAA, appointed to the Ohio Auction Commission in 2006 serving 2 years as chairman, and was inducted into the Ohio Auctioneers Hall of Fame in 2012.
Currently he continues to conduct local estate, equipment, livestock, and real estate auctions. As a multi-state licensed auctioneer, Mike also provides contract auctioneering services across the United States specializing in Thoroughbred and Standardbred Horse sales. 2026 marks his 20th year with Keeneland, the largest Worldwide Thoroughbred Horse Auction Sale in Lexington, KY.
Mike and his wife Jennifer just celebrated their wedding anniversary of 10 years in 2025. They have a blended family of three young men and three grandchildren.
Kimberly Marker – Managing Broker/Auctions Manager
Kimberly serves as Managing Broker of Midwest Auctioneers & Realty, where she oversees day-to-day brokerage operations while continuing to actively represent buyers and sellers. Licensed in real estate since 2006 through Hondros College of Business, Kimberly now holds her Ohio Broker’s License and brings nearly two decades of experience in both traditional real estate and auction sales. Her straightforward approach, strong work ethic, and industry knowledge have built a reputation for creating demand, driving results, and getting deals to the finish line.
Raised in agriculture and deeply rooted in the local community, Kimberly understands the value behind every acre and every property she represents. She specializes in farm, land, and rural property sales throughout Darke County and surrounding areas and has established herself as one of the area’s leading agents in agricultural land sales. Her experience also extends to residential and commercial real estate, allowing her to serve clients across a wide range of property types. Kimberly is known for connecting serious, qualified buyers with quality properties and strategically positioning listings to achieve maximum exposure and value.
Kimberly resides in Ansonia, Ohio, where her agricultural roots remain an important part of her life. Outside of real estate, she is actively involved in raising show cattle with her three daughters and manages Bennett Farms Show Cattle.
Janice Mayo-Steed, Real Estate Agent
With more than 30 years of experience in the real estate industry, Janice Mayo-Steed brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to helping her clients achieve their real estate goals. Serving Darke County and the surrounding communities since 1992, Janice’s extensive background includes experience in residential real estate, financing, and the closing process, giving her valuable insight into every step of a transaction.
Janice especially enjoys working with first-time homebuyers, taking the time to explain the process, answer questions, and provide guidance from the initial home search through financing and closing. Her experience and understanding of the industry also make her a trusted resource for sellers looking for knowledgeable representation and a smooth, successful transaction.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, ready to sell, or making your next move, Janice is dedicated to providing the experience, personal service, and local knowledge you can count on.
Chris Hayes – Real Estate Agent
Born and raised in Darke County, Chris Hayes brings an impressive 39 years of experience in the real estate industry to Midwest Auctioneers & Realty. His extensive background includes 21 years of title insurance, mortgage lending, and 15 years in residential and commercial real estate sales.
With experience spanning so many sides of a real estate transaction, Chris understands the process from more than just a sales perspective. His knowledge of financing, title work, closings, residential properties, and commercial real estate allows him to anticipate potential challenges, answer questions, and provide knowledgeable guidance throughout the buying or selling process.
As a Darke County native, Chris also brings valuable local knowledge and a strong understanding of the community and area market. Whether you’re buying, selling, or exploring your real estate options, you can count on his decades of industry experience to help guide you from start to finish.
Grant Bussey – Auctioneer/Real Estate Agent
Grant Bussey brings experience in both conventional real estate sales and professional real estate auctions, providing clients with multiple options when it comes to marketing and selling their property. His experience includes residential homes, commercial properties, farms, land, and other real estate, allowing him to help clients determine the best approach for their individual property and goals.
Whether a traditional listing or the competitive auction method is the right fit, Grant is committed to providing knowledgeable guidance, strong marketing, and personal service throughout the entire process. From preparing a property for the market to negotiating offers or managing a successful auction, he works to make the selling experience as smooth and effective as possible.
Tina Francis – Real Estate Agent
With 13 years of real estate experience, Tina Francis brings knowledge, dedication, and a client-focused approach to every transaction. She has experience working with a variety of buyers and sellers and especially enjoys helping first-time homebuyers understand and navigate each step of the home-buying process with confidence.
Tina also has valuable experience working with foreclosure properties, helping clients navigate the unique requirements and opportunities that can come with these transactions. Her understanding of the process allows her to provide knowledgeable guidance while keeping her clients informed from beginning to end.
Whether you’re purchasing your first home, searching for your next investment opportunity, or ready to make a move, Tina is committed to providing dependable service and guidance throughout the process.