Hello, partner.

Hello Next Partners is a locally-owned St. Louis based real estate investor serving eastern Missouri and southern Illinois. Our mission is to build relationships, help people in need, and create a better community through equitable real estate investments that promote financial independence.

We work with residential property owners in a variety of circumstances who need to sell their property in order to begin the next chapter of their lives. We understand selling a house can be a difficult and emotional experience. Our aim is to turn what may feel like a difficult circumstance into a step in a positive direction.

Say hello to your next adventure with Hello Next Partners.

Hello Next Partners was founded by Travis Folkerts and Mike Eaton. Prior to launching Hello Next Partners, Travis and Mike co-founded Switch Coffee Collective with partner Jon Givens. Switch Coffee is a St. Louis based coffee roaster focused on creating and retaining wealth in under-resourced communities. Travis and Mike bring their passion for families and communities to real estate where they extend their mission to build a stronger St. Louis through equitable investments. Real estate is not our profession – it is an expression of our passion.

Hello, my name is Mike Eaton. I call Tower Grove East home with my wife Rachel and son Alden Bear. I am an entrepreneur and healthcare leader with a passion for helping people see their intrinsic value and ability to use it as a force for good the world. I enjoy endurance and adventure sports like running, kayaking, and mountain biking.

Hello, My name is Travis Folkerts. I call Valmeyer, IL home with my wife Nikki and son Zeke. I am an engineer and a published author with a passion for empowering people to grow their knowledge and talents for the betterment of their family and community. I enjoy the challenge of learning something new and the wonder of the outdoors.