About Lykke Real Estate, LLC
About Us
Built on a belief
in better living.
Lykke Real Estate was founded in 2025 by three Eau Claire residents who believed property management could — and should — be done differently.
(luu-kah) · Danish · happiness, well-being
The Danish concept of lykke
In Denmark, lykke describes a holistic sense of happiness — one that comes not from wealth or status, but from community, belonging, and the small, everyday joys of a life well-lived.
We named our company after this idea because we believe it captures exactly what a home should provide: safety, comfort, and a sense of belonging to something larger than yourself.
"We prioritize repairs and maintenance over profit — because our tenants deserve nothing less."
What We Stand For
Our values
Community First
We are neighbors before we are landlords. The health of the Eau Claire community is inseparable from the health of our properties.
Maintenance Over Profit
We reinvest in our properties because we believe a well-kept home is a right, not a luxury. Repairs come before returns.
Honest Communication
We answer the phone. We follow through. We treat every tenant conversation with the respect it deserves.
Long-Term Thinking
We are not flippers or speculators. Lykke was built to be a lasting presence in Eau Claire — for our tenants and for the city.
The People Behind Lykke
Our founders
Nicole E. Billings
Co-Founder
Nicole brings a deep commitment to community well-being and thoughtful property stewardship. Her belief that a well-maintained home is the foundation of a well-lived life is at the heart of everything Lykke does.
Michael T. LaReau
Co-Founder
Michael's approach to real estate is rooted in integrity and long-term thinking. He believes that treating tenants as neighbors — not customers — is what separates Lykke from conventional property management.
Mark C. Bildsoe
Co-Founder
Mark brings a hands-on philosophy to property care. His focus on proactive maintenance and honest communication ensures that every Lykke home is a place tenants are proud to call their own.
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
This city is our home too.
We live here. We shop here. We raise families here. Lykke's commitment to Eau Claire goes beyond property lines — it's a commitment to the people and places that make this city worth calling home.
We'd love to meet you.
Whether you have a question about a property or just want to learn more about Lykke, reach out. We're real people who answer the phone.