Park Model and Land in the Forest Offers Up-North Experience Make camp in the woods, right across from Portage Lake. After two price drops, this park model in the forest is now $45,000, and it’s a great option for the family getaway or permanent residence. Stop staying in expensive campgrounds when this property offers a […]
Bikers Gather for a Cause to Help Veterans and Their Families Nearly 60 motorcycle riders joined this year’s ride for Homeless & Wounded Warriors – MN. Bikers gathered in Little Falls, Minn., on Saturday, Aug. 12, and made stops at South Long Lake, Brainerd, Crosby, Emily and finally Crosslake. Though a smaller-than-expected group, the bikers […]
Let’s Raise $10K for Homeless & Wounded Warriors The summer heat may be reaching an end, but the real estate market continues to be hot. And for those considering an investment property, land, lake home — or those who are even exiting the real estate market — remember that your real estate referrals help area […]
Here are the top reasons why properties don’t sell and what you can do to successfully sell your real estate listings Let’s take a look at some of the top reasons why homes don’t sell, even in a hot real estate market. If your home has just come off the market and didn’t sell, don’t […]
Patriotic Participants take a swing at the annual Memorial Day Golf Event at Whitefish Golf Club, Pequot Lakes, MN Golfers arrived with enthusiasm and a patriotic display at the Memorial Day Golf Tournament at Whitefish Golf Club, Pequot Lakes, MN. The annual tournament supports our worthy cause: Homeless & Wounded Warriors – MN. Many teams […]
We join Homeless & Wounded Warriors — MN for a fishing gear raffle at The Bridge Tavern, Cuyuna Is there any better way to drum up some ticket sales in Minnesota than a fishing gear raffle? Perhaps, but the concept is a popular one for patrons of The Bridge Tavern in Cuyuna and volunteers of […]
Personalized banking and loan serviceswith Lake Country’s friendly, small-town vibes Meet Loan Officer Sebastian Elsenpeter and President & CEO JP Elsenpeter of First National Bank North, local lenders that we know and trust. Small businesses often shape the way we do things in little towns like Nisswa, Crosslake and Walker, Minn., and those are just […]
We went to Nisswa Lake to catch a fish but mostly just bought raffle tickets The old saying goes, “you can’t catch a fish if your line’s not in the water.” And they also say you can’t win the lottery if you don’t buy a ticket. Well, we didn’t catch or win anything at the […]
Brush Pilots showcase hundreds of sleds at annual event Nostalgia hits a peak in Minnesota when the raspy, two-stroke rattle and bluish exhaust fills the winter air. That happens at dozens of locations around the state, including Pequot Lakes, where the Pequot Brush Pilots hold their annual Antique Snowmobile Rendezvous. Die-hard snowmobile enthusiasts, small-engine gurus […]
A cold night for some hot prizes at the Bridge Tavern along with Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Exclusive Homeless and Wounded Warriors — MN held its annual ice fishing raffle this January to raise more money and support for local wounded veterans and their families in times of need. We are proud to support […]
"Dan was diligent in helping us find a lake property for our family. He's very knowledgeable of the market and was straightforward with us on the challenges of various market factors. I'd definitely recommend him to anyone!"
Ryan Weier
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Peter Reyes
"Keeps our vision in mind and cares about finding exactly what we want. He is very knowledgeable, professional and VERY easy to work with! He is always a simple phone call away."
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"Daniel was a great agent to work with. He was very patient with finding us the perfect home. He listened to what we wanted. I would definitely recommend him to others and use him in the future if we need to."
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"We are so thankful that we found such a wonderful realtor - Victoria Litteral. She was SO knowledgeable, SO kind, and SO attentive. She kept us in the loop on any information we needed to know weather it was 10 at night or 7 in the morning! She was always on top of everything. She met us at several properties with last minute notice so we could see them before someone else snatched them up. Gave us wonderful advise when considering putting offers in, etc… I would and will recommend her to anyone I know in the future. Thank you Victoria for such a great experience in working with you! We appreciate all the hard work you did for us!"
Alissa Virnig
"Diane is very professional and very knowledgeable about lake homes. She listened to what I wanted and we found the perfect home for me. I would definitely use her again."
jneumann1982
"Working with Dan & Diane and the rest of the team on selling our house was an absolute dream. Everything was handled in a friendly and professional manner. We had lived in the house since 1986 and it was not easy for us to leave but they made the process easy and without the feared hoops to jump through. I would recommend Diane, Dan and the rest of the team to anyone looking to buy or sell or both."
Lon Schmidt
"Penny Harlander did an amazing job helping us purchase our lake cabin. She was on top of things, easy to work with, and very responsive to our questions and needs. I highly recommend Penny as a real estate representative."
B Murphy
"Sometimes in life we're privileged to deal with people who are exceptional and unbelievable, and this describes the team at MN Exclusive Homes. Listing our home, photography with aerial views as well, and showings led to a sale in just two weeks. We can't say enough about this team and their professionalism! We recommend them to anyone considering selling or purchasing a home. They stay in constant touch with you and guide you through everything."
Lynn & Peggy Cupkie
"Dan was great! We had a lot of showings. He kept in contact with us throughout the whole process.The closing was smooth and completed successfully. He was quick to answer questions and get back to us."
vhaggstrom
"If you are looking for a real estate company that services with a heart contact LakePlace.com. Diane and Dan will "honestly" help you navigate through the system to get you what you truly deserve. Highly recommend!"
Michelle Schueller
"Victoria Litteral was our real estate agent who helped us buy a home. She was always pleasant and very easy to work with--very responsive, on time and always willing to go the extra mile. She had good ideas and insights into the local and area real estate markets and really listened to us and understood our needs and preferences. Victoria is an incredibly hard and conscientious worker and we unreservedly recommend her."
Ruth Alden
"Victoria is VERY knowledgeable about the Brainerd area. Being an avid hunter and fisher I had a lot of questions about each listing. She delivered all of the information I needed (and more) very quickly. When we got down to negotiations and contracting, she was very thorough and gave great advice. I would absolutely work with her again."
Peter Rhee
"Working With Dan, we were able to find a lake home that fit our wants and needs. If you are looking for someone to help you find the lake home or cabin of your dreams, I would highly recommend Dan to anyone."
Robert Fuhrman
"Victoria was absolutely incredible to work with from the start. She is extremely responsive, knowledgeable, motivated, and friendly! Felt like I had known her for years! She went above and beyond and made sure everything was how it was supposed to be the entire process. Highly recommend her again and again! Thank you for making everything so much smoother and way less stressful!"
Jenna Smith
"Victoria has been so great to work with!"
Lora Wilkins
"Dan Schueller was a huge help to us in finding our dream lake property amidst a crazy Covid market. Whenever we called to see a property, he made sure we got the time we needed and the advice we needed about owning a lake home. He ensured that we had a quick and smooth closing. Dan knows the area and we would recommend him if you are looking for lake property."
Deb Cowan
"Dan helped us find the exact property we were looking for and met us at several other properties even after I thought we found what we were looking for. Dan wanted to make sure that the one we chose was the right one for us. We found the cabin/hunting land that we always wanted. We had several agents that we worked with over the years to find our dream property but none worked as hard for us as Dan did. He was there answering all my questions either over the phone or vis email. Dan did great negotiations for us and made it happen."
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"We had multiple land properties combined for 1 sale and Dan was a pro. He was extremely responsive and professional throughout the entire process, dealing with as many as 8 people at the same time. We sold for more than what we expected and much sooner than we thought."
Kelly Ricke
"Diane is very knowledgeable in the real estate market and was helpful in guiding me to the right people. I would recommend here to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
tiger26elephant
"Tori is the ultimate professional in this market. She has so much knowledge about lake properties that made our search worthwhile. She has a lot of valuable connections. Tori is an excellent communicator and always got back to us in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Tori for your lake home search. She is patient, professional and savvy!!"
Angela Balius
"Victoria worked incredibly hard, was always available and was very knowledgeable about the market."
Rick Glick
"Victoria is phenomenal at what she does and goes above and beyond what any realtor does. She is attentive and always on the ball taking care of of any issue's before they become an issue. If you are selling or buying I would highly recommend her. Even after the sell she is in contact just to make sure everything is ok."
Torrey Boser
"By far the best Real estate team I have ever worked with! I’m 55 and have seen a lot come and go but this group will definitely stand the test of time! They have gone above and beyond my expectations. They go the extra mile and then some! I had no idea there were agents out there this good. Why did I waste so much time with anyone else? They are my Real estate team for life! I will forever recommend them to everyone for all there Real estate needs! They are the best!!!"
Dave Fordemuth
"Diane is a pro, she has the knowledge and tact that it takes in this market. Either buying or selling I would recommend her to anyone that is looking for a professional realtor in the greater lakes area."
rnbengtson
"Victoria has been working with us to find our ideal lake property for several months. And while we haven’t found the right property quite yet, I am hopeful we will find it soon. Victoria has been very responsive and helpful in assisting us with the nuances of our lake lot search. She is personable, professional and friendly. I don’t think we could have found a better real estate agent. We highly recommend her."
Daryl Morey
"With several years of Real Estate knowledge and experience Diane makes the buying and selling process a breeze. You can feel securing in knowing she has your best interest in mind. By the end of your time working with Diane you will feel like family. Diane is professional and a well respected agent in the Brainerd Lakes Area. She goes the extra mile to help you achieve your dream."
Amie Lano
"Simply put, Diane is the best real estate agent in the area! She always answers her phone (that's huge) and she is an amazing negotiator!!! Her Minnesota lakes area knowledge is awesome!"
rickmonty2
"Dan represented me as a buyer in purchasing property in Rice, MN on the Mississippi River. He is knowledgeable in upscale property and both seller and buyer expectations."
Dawn Brekke