Ryan O'Neill (Agent)

Ryan grew up in New Prague, Minnesota and went on to graduate from the University of Notre Dame. As the leader of The Minnesota Real Estate Team, Ryan enjoys working with team members to ensure each and every client is their top priority. In additional to helping hundreds of buyers and sellers as an agent over the past years, Ryan also enjoys investment property. He owns and "rents out" a number of rental properties in the Twin Cities.

Ryan, his wife Kathy, and dog Poky live in the Bloomington area. Call or email Ryan today! Ryan@MnRealEstateTeam.com 952-649-1456

Adam Maas (Agent)

Adam grew up in the Brainerd lakes area and has been a resident of St. Paul’s Highland Park for eight years.  After graduating from the University of St. Thomas, he has been active in the fields of music and real estate and has proven himself well in both areas, with a real estate emphasis in the Mac Groveland, River Road and Highland areas.  Feel free to give him a phone call or write him an email with any questions pertaining to the financing, buying or selling of real estate or any music related questions! 

adam@mnrealestateteam.com
651-307-7200

Jim Lacher (Agent)

Jim was born and raised in Burnsville, MN and graduated from the University of Minnesota. He has helped many families and individuals buy and sell real estate in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. Looking for long-term wealth - Jim owns rental properties and has a passion to get others involved in the purchase of investment property. Please feel free to e-mail Jim or call him to have him assist you with your real estate needs. Jim currently lives in Burnsville with his wife and 2 children and enjoys spending time with his family, playing softball and golf, doing yard work and watching movies. Call 952-457-4728 or email jim@mnrealestateteam.com

Rob Reinke (Agent)

Rob grew up in the north metro area and now lives in Andover with his wife and 2 kids. He was one of the first 3 agents to join the team and has he been the team’s top selling agent ever since. He has a wide variety of experience including assisting buyers, sellers and investors.

Rob also specializes in handling Short Sales for families that are facing the possibility of foreclosure. Through extensive and ongoing education, he has earned the CDPE Designation (he is one of the very few agents across the country that have earned this designation) and has dedicated his time and effort to understanding the issues distressed homeowners are dealing with. Rob understands the full range of solutions and he is ready to help families avoid foreclosure. His team of negotiators will work directly with the banks to get the short sale approved.

If you or anyone else is experiencing difficulty with your mortgage payments, do not hesitate to contact Rob directly at 763-242-6303 for a confidential phone conversation. You can also send an email to Rob@MnRealEstateTeam.com for a faster response.

Kevin Curtis (Agent)

Kevin grew up in Casper Wyoming and moved to the Twin Cities in 1993. He now lives in South Minneapolis with his wife and two daughters’ ages 7 and 6. In addition to helping buyers, sellers and investors, he owns a successful residential appraisal business. He has appraised over 1600 homes in the Twin Cities 11 county metro area. His knowledge and experience in real estate sets the foundation to providing every one of his clients the most competent, attentive and sincere service possible. Majority of his client's include first time home buyers and investors looking to buy foreclosures.

Kevin was awarded The Minnesota Real Estate Team Agent of the Year for 2007 and was the 2008 sales leader.

Feel free to give him a call directly at 612-619-6496 or send him an email to Kevin@MnRealEstateTeam.com with any questions you may have. You can also visit him on the web to see more Minnesota & Minneapolis Real Estate.

Nichole Fredrickson (Agent)

Nichole lives in Lakeville and has been a Realtor since 2000. Nichole attended college at Western State College of Colorado and St.OlafCollege in Northfield. She has experience with residential existing and new construction sales. Nichole has the pleasure of working closely with Paul Hanzel Homes, Inc on their gorgeous homes in New Prague. Nichole owns real estate in the twin cities suburbs as well as in Florida, and helps find properties for both the owner occupied purchaser as well as investors.

In her free time, Nichole enjoys spending time with her two children. She also supports A Race Worth Winning - ALS, a nonprofit group raising awareness for ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) as a founding member. www.aRaceWorthWinning.org ..


You can reach Nichole at Nichole@MnRealEstateTeam.com or 612-735-4763.

View her blog at www.Southoftherivernews.com  and web site at  www.nicholefredrickson.com/

Adam Benedict (Agent)

Adam is a native of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; He currently lives in the St. Paul area where he enjoys the numerous events that take place in the Twin Cities. Adam attended the University of Minnesota where he majored in Biology, with the hopes of going to dental school some time in his future. Along with going to school Adam has successfully managed a landscaping company and large apartment complex for over seven years combined. Today, Adam has his hands full working with numerous buyers and sellers, as well as making his own investments. When Adam isn't working hard he likes to take out his motorcycle, go to the gym, and spend time with his girlfriend Kaitin. Adam is always happy to help out and answer any question regarding both the inside and outside of your house!

Feel free to call or email Adam with any of your real estate needs 651-226-3928 / adamb@mnrealestateteam.com

Phong Cao (Agent)

Phong grew up in Northeastern Minnesota and moved to the Twin Cities in 1989. Phong specializes in helping Asians or minorities in selling, buying their first home and buying their first investment property. As a new investor a few years ago, Phong knew what it was like to do it alone. Phong is here to help you overcome your barriers. Phong has a passion to help other regular people succeed in investing in real estate. Phong will help you get your property rented for free. Currently Phong lives in Burnsville with his wife and 3 children. Phong personally owns 6 single family houses and a commercial building that he rents out. In Phong’s free time, he likes to golf, go to the YMCA, and play basketball. He has a basketball court in his back yard. He also enjoys playing football, volleyball, and tennis. Use Phong’s experience to build your wealth through real estate. Feel free to give him a call directly at 952-994-6988 or send him an email to Phong@MnRealEstateTeam.com . Visit Phong’s website at www.phongcao.com.

Bernie Nelson (Agent)

Bernie grew up in the Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul before moving to Bloomington Illinois during high school. He returned to study mechanical engineering at the University of Minnesota. While working as an engineer he became passionate about the wealth building potential of investment real estate. He currently owns two investment properties in the northern suburbs. He lives in Ham Lake with his wife Tanja, also a mechanical engineer. In their spare time they enjoy downhill skiing, road cycling, gourmet cooking and watching movies in their home theater.

Phone: 612-599-5428
Email: Bernie@MnRealEstateTeam.com.

Sean Murphy (Agent)

Sean grew up in the Twin Cities area and currently lives in Minneapolis. He graduated from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and majored in finance and supply chain management.

He currently owns a single family home and rents it out and has a genuine interest and passion in helping others get involved with investment property. He believes his honesty, openness, and attention to prompt service will serve as a valuable asset to any client looking to work with him.

Feel free to contact Sean directly by phone at 651-335-1247 or email him at Sean@MnRealEstateTeam.com with any questions.

Alex Anderson(Agent)

Alex was born in Minnesota, but grew up all over the US including Illinois, Florida, Ohio and finally back to the Twin Cities where she graduated from the University of Minnesota with her BS in 1994. She spent 12 years in retail management when someone bought her Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad, Poor Dad book - and that was it - she found her love of investing to build wealth! Her first investment purchase was with Ryan O'Neill in May of 2005 - 2009 & she currently owns and rents out 4 properties: 2 in MN and 2 in Florida. Alex loves sharing her experience and knowledge with new investors & even hosts regular Cash Flow games for fun & to see the process in action using fake money! Alex has also has a passion for travel and loves going new places and meeting new people. She's clear that her commitment and calling in life is helping people build their wealth through real estate investing such that they are actively planning and fulfilling on their legacy, whatever that is for them.

Call or email her at 612-644-5380 or alex@mnrealestateteam.com

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, therefore, is not an act but a habit. Aristotle

Jesse Grumdahl (Agent)

Jesse Grumdahl was born and raised in Minneapolis. He attended the University of Minnesota with double majors in Psychology and Applied Business. He is also a Graduate of the Realtor Institute earning him the GRI designation. Jesse Grumdahl is an expert listing agent who understands short sales and foreclosures fluently. Follow his blog that focuses on Minnesota Foreclosures to learn how to buy or sell a property in foreclosure. If you need to do a short sale please visit MN Short Sale to learn more. Jesse Grumdahl and his assistant Jennilee strive to make every transaction stress free by taking time to educate clients on all details. Please contact Jesse with any real estate questions at 612-968-2161 or email him at Jesse@mnrealestateteam.com.

Brian Peterson (Agent)

Brian grew up and still resides in the Apple Valley/Burnsville/Lakeville area. He graduated from the Big Ten University of Wisconsin-Madison with majors in Business and Consumer Affairs. He has an extensive Wall St. and financial background that he can draw on to provide his clients with top market analysis, determining investment potential and financial goals, and superior negotiating skills. In his limited spare time, Brian attends the Vikings home games and a few Twins and Wild games while also enjoying playing in a few recreational sports leagues himself. Brian has a congenial disposition and a desire to get results for his clients.

For Buying, Selling or Investing, Feel free to contact Brian directly at (612) 251-5056 or email him at brianp@mnrealestateteam.com.

Ryan DeRoode (Agent)

Ryan grew up in a small town in southwestern Minnesota and has resided in the Twin Cities for the past ten years. He graduated from Mankato State University in 1998, after serving three years in the U.S. Army. Ryan has represented clients in buying and selling real estate for over six years.

He currently owns his home in Apple Valley and has a rental property in Lakeville. Ryan has completed three rollerblade marathons and his next goal is the LifeTime Fitness triathlon. Ryan is very focused on his career and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He enjoys working out and running with his Golden Retriever (Payton). Ryan truly understands for most people their home is their most valuable asset. His goal on every transaction is to treat it as such; through honesty, integrity and continuous communication! Call Ryan directly at 651-503-4158 or email to RyanD@MnRealEstateTeam.com.

Brian Carion (Agent)
 
Brian has been a resident of White Bear Lake since 2002, after graduating from the University of Michigan with his MS in Mechanical Engineering. Originally attracted to the Twin Cities for its medical device technology, he has become an active real estate investor owning 6 single-family homes; encompassing rental, rehab, and rent-to-own properties.

Aside from engineering and real estate, Brian enjoys spending time with his wife, road cycling, and swinging hammers!! Call or email Brian today. Brian@MnRealEstateTeam.com 651-324-1316

Raquel Haag (Agent)
 
I enjoy working with buyers (relocation, move-up, down-size, first time home buyers, empty nesters) and sellers throughout the Twin Cities metro area.

My passion for Real Estate shows in my energy, attitude, professionalism and drive. My ability to negotiate and communicate effectively is just a few of the key components I offer to ensure my clients have a great end result.

I would like to say my clients are "clients for life" by providing a continued relationship past the closing table and being available to assist in any way I'm able.

Prior to my career in Real Estate, I worked 11 years at the headquarters of a major retail corporation in the Assets Protection division.

I grew up in Bloomington, MN and currently reside in the South Metro.

I enjoy spending my free time with my children, running, biking and going to soccer games.

"Live Life As You Imagine…"

Please give me a call @ 612-805-4886 or send me an email at Raquel@MnRealEstateTeam.com if I can assist you.

Mary Alice Short (Agent)
 
MaryAlice Short is the team’s short sale and foreclosure specialist. She works with clients who are upside down on their properties and need to sell. She takes the time to educate her clients on ALL of their options and works to make the transaction as stress free as possible. She successfully closes approximately 95% of her short sale listings. She has sold hundreds of properties via short sale since 2006. To follow the adventures of MaryAlice and her assistants, Michelle and Marisa, visit her blog at www.MNShortSaleRealtor.com. All of her current and sold listings are on her blog. Her office also provides comprehensive REO services to several corporate clients.

MaryAlice may be reached at 612-746-1363 or via email at MaryAlice@MaryAliceShort.org. MaryAlice and Jesse Grumdahl maintain an independent office located in SE Minneapolis.

John Stenroos (Agent)
 
When experience counts and you have an exceptional piece of real estate to buy or sell, John Stenroos is the realtor you want handling it. John has extensive experience in handling million dollar properties or properties that need to be handled like a million dollar property. Getting your home sold or finding the perfect exceptional home is priority number one. John sells homes, PERIOD.

John grew up in the Detroit area and moved to Minnesota 15 years ago. He currently resides in Medina with his wife Claire and daughter Jacqueline. You will find him at most pools on many an evening watching his daughter compete for the Mach 3 Flyers and Wayzata High School swim teams.

Phone: 763-442-9532
Email: johns@mnrealestateteam.com

Lise Siegel (Agent)
 
Lise grew up in Sioux Falls, SD and later graduated from Mankato State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She went on to work in investments in the Institutional Trust Department of Wells Fargo for nine years where she honed her investment skills and also met her husband, Brent. They currently live in Prior Lake, MN and have twin 10 year old boys, Bennett & Cole.

Lise has have been working to help buyers and sellers successfully purchase and market their homes and investment property for 5 years. Her knowledge of the real estate market, her negotiating skills and her ability to listen to the clients' needs and desires help keep her ahead of the competition.

Her ambitions lie in establishing long-time, satisfying relationships with her clients by using honest, intelligent and open methods of work aimed at meeting the needs and goals of her customers.

Please call Lise directly at 612-701-4139 or email her at lise@mnrealestateteam.com for help with any of your real estate needs.

Ross Lumley (Agent)
 
Ross Lumley has been called, "Mr. Possibility", because after everyone says no way, Ross finds a way to make it possible. Ross has always been a creative thinker. He grew up in the northern suburbs of Minneapolis. He received his real estate license after completing his college degree in computer programming. He has extensive experience in client satisfaction, property & project management, and contract negotiations. Ross has purchased and managed many rental properties in Minneapolis and surrounding areas. He also has his general contractor license. His experience includes investing, remodeling and building homes since 2000. Ross enjoys working with all kinds of buyers and sellers from seasoned Investors to the 1st time home buyer. Whether it's a condo, townhome, new construction, rehab project, starter home, or a 20 unit apartment building, put Ross Lumley's experience to work for you!

Contact Ross
Phone 612-490-1434
Email ross@mnrealestateteam.com

Kim Dohm (Agent)
 
Kim grew up in a small Wisconsin town and has resided in the Rosemount, Minnesota area for the past several years. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three children: boating, camping and watching Packer games. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with an Engineering degree, Kim worked in the paper industry as a Mechanical Engineer and later as a Project Manager in the design and construction of power plant systems. Kim gained extensive knowledge of the mortgage & lending markets by working as a loan consultant with a local mortgage company. Kim’s customer-focused commitment, passion for real estate, attention to detail and fast follow-up will help your transactions run smoothly.

For all of your real estate needs, you can reach Kim at 651-587-9107 or Kim@MNRealEstateTeam.com.

Bernie Borschke (Agent)
 
Bernie taught and coached high school in the metro area for twelve years. In 1991, he made his first real estate investment purchase. Currently, Bernie owns seven investment properties and can offer clients expertise in identifying, analyzing and selecting appropriate properties. Bernie is very knowledgeable in the areas of rehabbing and flipping or renting investment properties. Bernie joined our team after being the top agent for 2006 & 2007 at his previous organization. He has a special passion for truly listening to his clients needs and helping them reach their goals. First time home buyers and newer investors are a special niche for him.

On the listing side, Bernie has assisted many clients avoid foreclosure by successfully completing short sale transactions. After living in Golden Valley for 15 years with his wife Lori, Bernie currently resides in St. Michael. Lori runs a treatment facility for clients who are dual diagnosed with chemical dependency issues and mental illness where Bernie volunteers. Call Bernie directly at 763-234-7220 or email at BernieB@MnRealEstateTeam.com (Go Gophers! Twins! Wild! & even T-Wolves!)

Jen McKinnon (Agent)
 
Are you ready to have a great real estate experience? If you want someone who will be honest, who is a strong communicator and who will have fun while helping you achieve your real estate dreams, then I am the Realtor for you!

I grew up in Wisconsin and moved to Minnesota to attend the University of MN. Upon graduation, I began a diverse career in sales, health & wellness and property investment. My husband, Scott and I live in the Macalester-Groveland area of St Paul with our Yorkie named Bailey. We own and manage several investment properties in the Twin Cities and look forward to expanding our real estate portfolio.

Please contact me anytime at 612.384.1073 or jen@mnrealestateteam.com

I look forward to working with you whenever you are ready!

Check out my blog www.twincitiesrealestategal.com

Scott Ficek (Agent)
 
Scott grew up in New Brighton, Minnesota. After graduating with a Finance degree from University of Wisconsin, Scott initially went into the family construction business. Several years later, he found his second passion, computers, and spent the next 15 years in various technology management positions. While working as the Director of IS for Caribou Coffee, he began to buy investment properties and eventually decided to leave corporate life to become a real estate agent to help others buy and sell investment properties. Scott currently owns 28 units in 15 buildings including duplexes, 4-plexes, townhouses and single family houses throughout Minneapolis and surrounding Minnesota communities. He manages these rental properties himself, making him a valuable resource for his clients.
scott@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Steve Howe (Agent)
 
Steve grew up in St. Paul and enjoyed many of the benefits the Twin Cities has to offer growing up. Active in sports, church, theater, and music, Steve traveled across the border into Wisconsin for college, graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in vocal music. He spent three years on the road as a full-time touring musician until finally settling back in the Twin Cities for good. Steve enjoys working with first-time buyers and helping them understand the complex process of a real estate transaction. He is also a firm believer in real estate investing as a long-term wealth building strategy for everyone looking to gain financial freedom.
SteveH@mnrealestateteam.com

Visit Steve's blog directly for more information and First Time Home Buyer Tips

Mike Kaderlik (Agent)
 
As a Minnesota native – Michael was born and raised in Faribault and currently lives in Elko-New Market with his wife and two children. He has been expertly assisting buyers and sellers with real estate sales since 1999. Michael’s extensive training in new construction home sales is an added benefit to his clients’ real estate experience. Outside of real estate, Michael enjoys volunteering through church, golfing – when time allows, enriching his love of music, and traveling with his family.

Feel free to give Michael a call directly at 651-210-8644 or send him an email to Mike@MnRealEstateTeam.com with any questions you may have.

Rolfe Kurtyka (Agent)
 
Rolfe Kurtyka holds a bachelor of science degree in construction administration with a specialization in real estate from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He began his career in 1982, managing commercial development and construction projects for Ryan Companies. By 1990, Kurtyka entered the consulting business, working on non-profit, inner-city real estate redevelopment projects, as well as corporate training and team building initiatives. He also began working as an Outward Bound instructor.

In 1997, he started Kurtyka Development, LLC, a real estate investment, development and brokerage firm. In this business, Kurtyka invests in distressed properties, either selling the renovated property for profit or holding it and managing for portfolio investment. At the same time, Kurtyka joined PROSOURCE Educational Services as an instructor for topics in real estate, appraisal and general contracting. He teaches introductory, intermediate and advanced investment topics in the following areas: taxes; financial analysis; discounted cash flow; IRR/NPV; 1031 exchanges; TICs; and commercial real estate investment.

Kurtyka is a CCIM candidate and a licensed Minnesota real estate broker.

David Wagenius (Agent)
 
David Wagenius is one of the most dedicated and committed Real Estate Agents in the Twin Cities. David has been a real estate agent for 4 years but has served the people of the metro area for 20+ years by helping homeowners improve their homes with his full service landscape company that he owned and operated for 14 years. David has also helped homeowners attain their financial goals as an American Express Financial Advisor for 6 years.

David has always had an interest in real estate, being an owner of several homes and as a real estate investor. He has help homeowners as well as investors in re-modeling their homes. He does understand the hurdles a home or an investor has to go through and knows how to combat these obstacles. This is what makes him an excellent source to help guide you through your own investment property endeavors.

Whether you are selling or purchasing a home or investment property, David has the helping hands that are truly needed in today’s Real Estate Market. David currently resides in Rosemount and you can call him today at 612-868-0388 or email him at David@MNRealEstateTeam.com.

Susan Hofflander - GRI, CBR, ABR (Agent)
 
I love working with homebuyers and sellers in Minneapolis, St. Paul and surrounding suburbs. It's challenging and rewarding as I educate buyers and sellers to help them determine what they need and want, and how to decipher the difference.

While traveling for many years as a performer, I developed an interest in historical architecture and home design. Combined with my communication skills and attention to detail, a career in real estate felt like a natural transition.

I have been a licensed real estate agent, serving Minnesota home buyers and sellers since 1994. First as a licensed assistant for 5 years, then as an Exclusive Buyer agent for 9 years. Now, my real estate experience can benefit both buyers and sellers with the MN Real Estate Team. Whether you're a first time buyer or a seasoned home owner, moving up to a larger place or downsizing, I can provide quality real estate assistance.  Email: Susan@MNRealEstateTeam.com  or phone: 763-438-7249 
Web: www.homestosellmn.com  

Trent Johnson (Agent)
 
Trent grew up in Bloomington and has lived in the south metro area most of his life. Trent attended St. Cloud State University where he was Captain of his college football team. After graduating from SCSU, he became a police officer and worked various assignments throughout his career. After working as a Detective Sergeant for the last five years of his career, he retired and soon became a Realtor. Trent has a vast knowledge of the twin cities because his investigative work constantly brought him into many different communities. He also has extensive experience working with and negotiating with a diverse population. These skill are critical in real estate services. Trent specializes in residential sales but also has experience with commercial deals.

Trent currently lives with his wife and three children...two in high school and one in grade school. The family is very active in sports. Trent coaches high school football, youth travelling soccer, and any other sport his kids are been involved in.

For all of your real estate needs, you can reach Trent at 952-457-7441 or Trent@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Tony D’Agostino (Agent)
 
Tony grew up in St. Anthony, Minnesota and currently resides in Blaine with his wife Amy and their 2 ½ year old son Jack.  Tony has had a passion for Real Estate ever since he purchased his first home in 2000.  Since obtaining his Real Estate license, Tony has had the privilege of helping hundreds of buyers and sellers turn their dreams into reality.  Tony specializes in buying and selling residential Real Estate.  He also enjoys working with investors.

 Communication, Commitment and Knowledge have been the keys to success for Tony.  He feels buying or selling a home is the biggest investment a person will make and he is going to be there every step of the way to ensure a smooth transaction.

In his free time, Tony enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing golf, fishing, and cheering on the Minnesota sports teams.

If you’re looking for a smooth transaction from start to finish, contact Tony directly at 612-636-0854 or you can email him at tony@mnrealestateteam.com. 

Kathy Williams, GRI (Agent)
 
 Kathy grew up in Edina and have lived in the Twin Cities all of my life!  I know the builders, the schools, the parks and the homes.  I have clients in the north, south, east and west!

Lake Property is also a specialty.  As one of the top agents in the city, my certifications include 100% Club, Graduate Realtor Institute, Relocation and Renowned Properties; however, I also work with many 1^st time home buyers along with those who are experiencing their second or third home purchase.          

Personal History

After graduating from Colorado State University, I began a “selling/customer service” career as a Manager of Recruitment and Relocation for several large corporations including SmithKline Beecham and Musicland.  I also have work experience as a Kitchen Designer/Remodeler. 

You can reach Kathy at Kathy@MNrealestateteam.com

Denae Frampton (Agent)
 
Denae has been a member of the banking industry and has built two homes, one with a contractor and the other she designed and general contracted herself.  Having those experiences, and with utilizing the benefits of modern technology, she is able to provide knowledgeable and efficient service, while being able to maintain the personal attention she finds so important and rewarding.

Being a native resident of Minnesota, Denae has a wealth of information and insight.  This combined with her know-how of today's technology, she is able to provide you with the necessary knowledge that will enable you to make sound real estate decisions.

Please don't hesitate to call/text Denae on her cell 952-913-6368 or email denae@mnrealestateteam.com.  I'm here to help in anyway I can.

Barb Dahl (Agent)
 
Born and raised in Minnesota, Barb is currently pursuing a degree in Marketing from Capella University.  She is also a Graduate of the Realtor Institute earning her the GRI designation. Barb lives in a western suburb of Minneapolis with her three teenage sons. 

Having been a realtor for over 10 years, Barb understands that her clients have concerns when buying or selling a home, or investment property. Because of that, she is committed to providing quality real estate service and does everything she can to make each transaction a pleasant, convenient and stress free experience. 

Her passions are traveling; painting and watching her sons compete in their various sporting events. 

You can reach Barb at Barb@MnRealEstateTeam.com or 763-360-8081.

Matt Siggerud  (Agent)
 
Matt grew up in Bloomington MN and has lived and enjoyed living in the Twin Cities all his life. After graduating from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities with Bachelor of Science degrees in Economics and Statistics he worked in the Investment Management and Financial Services industries until 1997. In those roles he gained real life knowledge of and experience with the corporate, municipal and mortgage backed bond markets.

Always having an interest in the real estate market and in remodeling and rehabbing projects he obtained his real estate salesperson license in 1997. In 2000, Matt obtained his real estate broker license and started his own brokerage. Realizing a need to expand and still compete with the larger brokerages he instead decided to join RE/MAX as a Managing Broker for the Lakeville, MN office in March 2003 and served in that role until June 2007. He broke from that role to serve his clients more efficiently.

Throughout his real estate career Matt has gained knowledge of and experience in both the residential and commercial real estate markets representing buyers and sellers of principal residences and investment properties. Additionally he has owned and currently owns many properties as an owner occupant and as investment property.

Whether you are buying or selling it is important you work with a team like the MN Real Estate team and its agents like Matt who are professional and have many levels of knowledge and experience in the real estate markets.

Contact Matt directly at 612-963-1300 or Matt@MNRealEstateTeam.com or visit his websites www.MNRealEstateSource.com and www.MNRealEstateSearch.com.

Bob Larsen   (Agent)
 
Bob brings years of hands on construction and investing experience to The Minnesota Real Estate Team. He grew up in southwest Minnesota and began working in his family’s homebuilding business as a teenager. Later, he went to the University of Minnesota Morris where he met his wife Terre. Almost 35 years later they now have 3 grown children and live near Elko/ New Market. Most of Bob’s career has centered on residential construction as a licensed contractor. Bob has also been involved in real estate sales and investing. He has owned and sold more than 40 single family residences. Most were new construction and a handful were rehab projects.

Bob’s knowledge and passion for real estate make him an excellent choice to represent both buyers and sellers in this difficult market. If you happen to be a roll up your sleeves D.I.Y. type Bob has the knowledge and experience to help your skills pay off. Bob’s website, www.fixeruppermn.com, has tips gained from his experiences as a contractor and hands on investor. Contact Bob at Bob@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Scott Bloom  (Agent)
 
Scott grew up in Burnsville and graduated from the University of Minnesota. He resides in New Prague with his wife Jody and daughter Ella. He is an assistant coach for the New Prague boy's varsity hockey team Scott has been a real estate agent since 2006 and is happy to assist you with any of your real estate questions. In his free time he likes to golf, hunt, fish and spend time with his family. Feel free to call or email Scott with any of your real estate needs. He can be reached at 952-715-1772, ScottB@MnRealEstateTeam.com.

Todd Blake  (Agent)
 
Buying or selling real estate can be one of life's most stressful experiences - but it doesn't need to be. My goal is your 100% satisfaction- anything less is unacceptable.

Service Philosophy: Approach every transaction as if it was my own, and my service is second to none. Whether buying or selling, you will receive not only my best efforts, but also my personal pledge of excellence. My knowledge of the market enables me to assist you in obtaining a fair market price whether buying or selling.

Communication: The number one complaint in the Real Estate Industry is about communication. You can be assured that I will always keep you updated and be available to help guide you from beginning to end. There is no such thing as a “dumb question.”

Contact Todd at 612 804-5592 or Todd@MNRealEstateTeam.com today!

Mike Quam  (Agent)
 
Having moved around a lot coming from a family with a Military background Mike settled in the Twin Cities in the early 80’s. His early employment background was in retail and service. He succeeded in management moving on to the car business where he led a productive team of service writers and technicians. Always having an interest in construction and remodeling landed him in the position of project manager in new home construction. His experience in selling, designing and the construction process are a valuable asset to anyone interested in a real estate purchase. In addition to selling new, existing, and investment real estate, Mike also owns and manages multiple rental properties. His expertise in these areas is apparent in his service to his clients to make sure they have all the information available to them to make the best informed decisions.

Mike always says he enjoys a career that allows him to work with a wide range of people and would love to work with you every step of the way.

Contact Mike directly at 952-292-3045 or MikeQ@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Valencia Miller   (Agent)
 
Valencia was a small business owner and entrepreneur with a background in real estate investment when she decided to turn her passion into a career. Not only does she have experience as an investor in single family and multi-unit homes, she has devotion to her clients and making sure that each and every transaction ends with satisfaction! Whether you are a first time home buyer or a seasoned investor, Valencia is devoted to helping you reach your goals. She looks forward to meeting you and will be available to you and your family every step of the way. Contact her today to help with your next real estate transaction! Contact Valencia at 651-214-4805 or Valencia@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Tom Goodnature  (Agent)
 
I am a full time Realtor with a passion for helping clients achieve their goals. During my first home purchase I saw a need for the younger generation of home-buyers to be properly represented throughout a transaction. I thrive on the excitement a client has when they purchase their new home and look forward to building a long-term lasting relationship with them as well. I have over 8 years of full time real estate experience with over $20,000,000 in closed sales with various top producer awards from REMAX throughout the years. Whether you are buying that first home, entering into the investment property market, or buying that dream home I have the experience you need to be secure in your purchases.

Contact Tom directly at Tom@MnRealEstateTeam.com

Josh McCulloch   (Agent)
 
Josh McCulloch grew up in Milbank, South Dakota and moved to Minnesota in 2002. After attending St. Cloud State University, he moved to Minneapolis and worked for AT&T Mobility, focusing on customer relations and sales. Josh enjoys working with buyers and sellers to make a lasting relationship with his clients, so they always have someone to help with thier real estate needs. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, tennis, snowboarding, and watching Minnesota sports. You can reach Josh at Josh@MnRealEstateTeam.com.

Jennifer Millen   (Agent)
 
Jennifer brings to her real estate career a background in sales and marketing that gives her an edge in helping both buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals. Whether it’s your first home, or an investment for the future, Jennifer will be a trusted guide, mentor and friend throughout the entire process. She is market savvy and has the technical resources to ensure a smooth transaction .

Jennifer and her family have spent the last 3 years happily residing in Crystal, Minnesota. She is here to explain all the benefits of owning real estate, and answer your questions every step of the way. If you’re buying, selling or just curious about today’s market Jennifer can help! Call her at 612-339-0276 or e-mail her at Jennifer@mnrealestateteam.com to get started on making your move!

Charlie Leimer   (Agent)
 
Charlie grew up in Eagan, Minnesota. After graduating from Sibley High School in Mendota Heights he attended Gustavus College in St. Peter where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Writing. His business experience includes ten years of sales and marketing for high tech companies and over seven years as a real estate consultant working with corporate transferees in the Twin Cities. His professional certifications include: Destination Specialist, Marketing Specialist and Inventory Property Management. His attention to detail, passionate dedication to satisfying his clients’ needs and healthy sense of humor are all assets that benefit his clients and reward the trust that they place in him.

Charlie and his wife, Kirsten, currently raise their three children, Nate, Maddy and Ashley, in Victoria, Minnesota. When he takes time away from work and family he enjoys playing music and playing hockey. You can contact Charlie at Cell: 612 310-3975 or email: Charlie@MNRealEstateTeam.com

Rebecca Ross   (Agent)
 
Rebecca was born and raised in International Falls, MN and moved to the metro area in 1986. She and her husband Dan live in Waconia with their 3 dogs Montana, Brekken and Molly.

Rebecca has been helping people buy and sell homes for eight years. She particularly enjoys working with 1st time home buyers because of their enthusiasm for the process. She recently received her Realtor Senior Advisor (RSA) designation. This designation gives her the unique skills needed to work with our maturing population to help them find the right housing and services that are specific to their needs.

Rebecca has a lot of energy and passion for what she does. She loves people and wants to build a relationship with her clients-not just buy or sell them a home. She is a wonderful resource for her past and present clients because of the relationships she has with other professionals. Give Rebecca a call for your real estate needs. You will be glad you did!

Rebecca@mnrealestateteam.com
612.432.4330