About Us
Find Gold Realty LLC
Turning Vision Into Value. Transforming Neighborhoods Into Opportunity.
Find Gold Realty LLC is a full-service real estate firm built on one core belief: every community holds untapped value—real gold—waiting to be uncovered. Founded and led by Courtney M. Hoffman II, a Certified General Appraiser, real estate developer, and East St. Louis City Council member, the company combines professional appraisal expertise, development experience, and community-driven vision to create real estate solutions that build wealth, stability, and long-term value.
We serve clients throughout Illinois, Missouri, and Georgia, with a special focus on transforming and revitalizing underserved communities—starting in East St. Louis.
OUR MISSION
To deliver transparent, data-driven, and community-centered real estate services that help homeowners, investors, and cities unlock the full potential of their properties and neighborhoods.
We believe real estate is not just about transactions—it’s about legacy, financial empowerment, and building stronger communities.
WHAT WE DO
Residential Sales & Buyer Representation
Whether you’re purchasing your first home or selling an existing one, we provide market-accurate valuation insights, neighborhood expertise, and concierge-level service. Clients trust us because we combine the precision of an appraiser with the strategy of a top-tier brokerage.
Investment & Development Brokerage
We support investors, developers, and municipalities in sourcing, acquiring, and structuring complex real estate deals. Our experience includes large-scale residential development, commercial acquisition, land assembly, distressed asset repositioning, and tax-advantaged strategies.
Valuation-Driven Real Estate Guidance
As one of the few brokerages led by a Certified General Appraiser, Find Gold Realty delivers a uniquely analytical approach rooted in USPAP-compliant valuation, market trend forecasting, and data-supported pricing strategies rarely available at traditional brokerages.
Community Development & Urban Revitalization Support
Find Gold Realty works closely with local governments, nonprofits, and community partners to revitalize neighborhoods, increase homeownership, and guide responsible development. Our flagship initiative—the 100-Home New Construction Project (Keystone 100)—is positioned to deliver new, affordable, high-quality housing for East St. Louis families.
OUR ADVANTAGE
Experience You Can Trust. Integrity You Can Count On
- Certified General Appraiser expertise across residential, commercial, and land assets
- Deep knowledge of Illinois, Missouri, and Georgia markets
- Hands-on development and construction management experience
- Municipal-level policy insight from active civic engagement
- Data-driven valuation methods (HPI, MLS trends, cost analysis, market adjustments)
- Strong network of lenders, title professionals, inspectors, and contractors
- Full transparency from contract to closing
OUR VISION FOR EAST ST. LOUIS & BEYOND
Find Gold Realty is committed to being more than a brokerage—we aim to be a city-building partner.
From new-construction homes to land redevelopment, from investor education to urban policy strategy, we are actively shaping the future of housing opportunity in East St. Louis and surrounding regions.
Our future includes:
- 100+ new homes in distressed and undervalued neighborhoods
- Partnerships with local lenders for accessible homeownership pathways
- Responsible, long-term investment strategies that stabilize communities
- Training and empowering local residents for careers in real estate
Building generational wealth through property ownership and financial literacy
We don’t just sell property—we build possibility.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR FOUNDER
“Real estate changed my life, and now I’m using it to change my community. Every vacant lot can become a home. Every neglected block can become a thriving neighborhood. Every family deserves a foundation they can build on. At Find Gold Realty, we help people find the gold in real estate—and we help communities rise together.”
— Courtney M. Hoffman II, Founder
