Travis Hamele
Auctioneer/Broker Partner
A lifetime resident of the Portage area and Columbia County, Wisconsin,
Travis Hamele developed a deep appreciation for the land, agriculture,
conservation, and the outdoors while growing up on his family's farm. That
passion for rural lifestyles, hunting, and land stewardship continues to drive
both his professional career and personal life today.
Travis is the Founder of United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties and
currently serves as a Broker and Lifestyle Specialist, helping buyers and
sellers navigate the sale and acquisition of hunting properties, farms,
recreational land, country homes, waterfront properties, and commercial real
estate throughout Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. His expertise in land
marketing, property valuation, and lifestyle real estate has helped position
United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties among the top-performing United
Country offices in the nation.
In addition to his real estate career, Travis plays an active role in the
auction industry through Hamele Auction Service. He specializes in real estate
auctions and oversees the marketing and strategic promotion of auction
properties, helping clients maximize exposure and achieve successful sales
results through both traditional and online auction platforms.
In 2012, Travis founded United Country Hunting Properties, a niche marketing
platform dedicated to the promotion and sale of recreational and hunting land.
The success of the Wisconsin-based model led to the nationwide launch of UC
Hunting Properties in 2015. Today, the brand continues to be recognized as a
leader in the marketing of hunting and recreational properties across the
United States. Travis also helped establish the partnership between United
Country Hunting Properties and Realtree®, creating UC Hunting Properties
Powered by Realtree®.
Travis has earned the prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC)
designation through the Realtors Land Institute, one of the highest honors
available to land professionals in the United States. The designation reflects
extensive experience, education, and expertise in the land real estate
industry.
Travis has also earned several of the auction industry's most respected
professional designations. He is a graduate of the Certified Auctioneers
Institute (CAI), widely recognized as the auction profession's most advanced
educational program. He has also earned the Certified Estate Specialist (CES)
designation, the Accredited Auctioneer Real Estate (AARE) designation, and the
Graduate Personal Property Appraiser (GPPA) designation. These credentials
reflect extensive training in auction marketing, estate settlement, real estate
auctions, asset valuation, and personal property appraisal. Combined with
decades of hands-on experience, these designations provide Travis's clients
with the confidence that their assets are being represented by a highly trained
and knowledgeable professional.
Community involvement has always been an important part of Travis's life. He
currently serves on the Portage Silver Lake Cemetery Board, the Agrace Hospice
Foundation Board, and the ACE Academy Board for the Portage School District. He
previously served as Chair of the Divine Savior Healthcare Board in Portage and
has dedicated significant time to supporting educational, healthcare, and
community initiatives throughout the region.
When not assisting clients, Travis enjoys spending time with his wife,
Ginni, and their daughters, Adison and Brinley. Much of their family time
revolves around maintaining their family farm and the property where they live,
while enjoying the outdoor lifestyle that has shaped Travis's life from an
early age.
An avid outdoorsman, Travis spends countless days pursuing his passion for
duck hunting, whitetail deer hunting, turkey hunting, and upland game hunting
throughout North America. Whether managing habitat, improving land for
wildlife, or hunting with family and friends, Travis lives the lifestyle he
markets every day.
His firsthand experience with land ownership, habitat management, farming,
recreation, and rural living allows him to relate to his clients on a personal
level and provide valuable insight throughout the buying and selling process.
Travis understands that land is more than just a property investment—it's a
lifestyle, a legacy, and a place where memories are made.
Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or considering an auction
strategy, Travis brings a unique combination of experience, marketing
expertise, and passion for the land to every transaction.
Travis can be reached at 608-697-3349 or travis@hameleauctions.com.
