About Us
A Little History...
Mike Beckett began working for his father, Jack, at Beckett Insurance in 1973 when Mike was only 19 years old. He and Robin married in 1974 and the Lord blessed them with nine wonderful children, five sons and four daughters.
In 1986 the Becketts joined with Lou Buffham and Bill Worst, who had started their business back in 1953. Thus began the BWB Agency (Buffham, Worst and Beckett). This company provided services in personal insurance lines until 1995. Although Jack Beckett passed away in 2005, his legacy and work ethic are actively practiced throughout the company today.
After 28 years in the insurance business, Mike and Robin began praying about the possibility of developing a family business that could involve each member of their large family. God answered their prayers by providing an opportunity to buy a multi-unit property. In 2000 the Becketts purchased their first rental property; a two-unit with a spare lot across from Maranatha Bible Conference in Muskegon. The first rehab property they purchased was 215 Hastings NE. Today, Beckett Family Rentals manages over 300 units in the Greater Grand Rapids area.
In 1986 the Becketts joined with Lou Buffham and Bill Worst, who had started their business back in 1953. Thus began the BWB Agency (Buffham, Worst and Beckett). This company provided services in personal insurance lines until 1995. Although Jack Beckett passed away in 2005, his legacy and work ethic are actively practiced throughout the company today.After 28 years in the insurance business, Mike and Robin began praying about the possibility of developing a family business that could involve each member of their large family. God answered their prayers by providing an opportunity to buy a multi-unit property. In 2000 the Becketts purchased their first rental property; a two-unit with a spare lot across from Maranatha Bible Conference in Muskegon. The first rehab property they purchased was 215 Hastings NE. Today, Beckett Family Rentals manages over 300 units in the Greater Grand Rapids area.
Present Day...
For the first seven years, seven of the children assisted with the rental business. In the past year the two oldest sons have also joined the company. The Becketts thoroughly enjoy working as a family. Each individual brings to the business his or her own individual gifts and talents, enhancing each area of the company. Robin Beckett manages the rental office, making sure that tenants are well taken care of and that the office functions as efficiently as possible. The rehab crews are run by Mike Jr, Jordan, Luke and Adam. Josh helps manage Beckett Investments and is in charge of purchasing the real estate for Beckett Family Rentals. The leasing portion is headed up by Angie. Anna helps run Anna’s House Restaurant (owned by Josh Beckett) and helps with administration of Beckett Investments. The two youngest Becketts, Amy and Naomi, help part-time in the office and assist with the painting of remodeled homes. Every family member uses his or her unique strengths to complement each other and contribute to the excellence of Beckett family businesses.
For the first seven years, seven of the children assisted with the rental business. In the past year the two oldest sons have also joined the company. The Becketts thoroughly enjoy working as a family. Each individual brings to the business his or her own individual gifts and talents, enhancing each area of the company. Robin Beckett manages the rental office, making sure that tenants are well taken care of and that the office functions as efficiently as possible. The rehab crews are run by Mike Jr, Jordan, Luke and Adam. Josh helps manage Beckett Investments and is in charge of purchasing the real estate for Beckett Family Rentals. The leasing portion is headed up by Angie. Anna helps run Anna’s House Restaurant (owned by Josh Beckett) and helps with administration of Beckett Investments. The two youngest Becketts, Amy and Naomi, help part-time in the office and assist with the painting of remodeled homes. Every family member uses his or her unique strengths to complement each other and contribute to the excellence of Beckett family businesses.
Beckett Family Rentals and Beckett Investments continue to pursue the purchase of foreclosed properties to add to our inventory. We rehab those homes and then rent out the properties.
The future looks bright for the Beckett family, its clients, tenants and investing partners. The family continues to give glory to God for the opportunity to serve the community together.
