John LaFleur, Ph.D., Recognized by BestAgents.us as a 2026 Top Agent
John LaFleur, Ph.D., Brings Three Decades of Educational Leadership to Real Estate Excellence in Southeast Wisconsin
John LaFleur, Ph.D., is Your Principal Realtor with RE/MAX Service First and the LaFleur Group, LLC, serving clients throughout Pewaukee, Hartland, and the surrounding communities of southeast Wisconsin. With nearly 30 years of experience as a school principal and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Learning from Cardinal Stritch University, John brings a unique combination of leadership, communication, and problem-solving expertise to the real estate profession.
Today, he represents buyers, sellers, and investors, with a particular focus on estates and first-time homebuyers. His approach is rooted in the same principles that guided his successful career in education: honesty, empathy, diligence, and a commitment to helping others achieve meaningful goals.
Throughout his educational leadership career, John earned the trust of students, families, staff, and communities by leading with integrity and transparency. In his later years as a principal, he led three schools—one in Kenosha County and two in Waukesha County’s Lake Country—through periods of low public trust. Through relationship-building, strategic leadership, and effective communication, he helped the schools achieve the highest academic ratings in their histories while restoring confidence among stakeholders.
Having lived in Lake Country since 1997, John developed a deep understanding of the local communities and families he served. That same local knowledge now benefits his real estate clients as they navigate important decisions involving homeownership and investment opportunities.
“Real estate is far more than buying and selling. It’s about guidance, research, strategy, communication, trusted vendor relationships, and strong advocacy,” says John. “These are the same skills I used to help families and staff succeed in schools—and they now help me serve my clients at the highest level.”
Drawing on decades of leadership experience, John applies strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, contract knowledge, and solution-focused strategies to every transaction. He is passionate about educating clients throughout the process, ensuring they have the information and confidence needed to make informed decisions.
John takes particular pride in helping first-time homebuyers achieve the dream of homeownership. He believes owning a home provides individuals and families with stability while creating opportunities to build generational wealth and long-term financial security.
Intentional and strategic in every aspect of his work, John remains committed to protecting his clients’ interests, fulfilling his fiduciary responsibilities, and fostering collaboration to achieve successful outcomes. Long after the transaction is complete, he continues to serve as a trusted resource for the people and communities he supports.
His personal philosophy is reflected in the message he shares with every client: “I’m not just your realtor. I’m Your Principal Realtor.”
Learn More about John LaFleur:
Through his Best Agent’s profile, https://bestagents.us/agent/John-LaFleur or through his website, https://lafleurgroup.remaxservicefirstwi.com/
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