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 […]
Increased Inventory, Advanced Technology and Better Guarantees Help Buyers and Sellers Did I seriously just feel sweat on my neck while putting the final touches on one of our first listings of the spring? Directly across the road, fishermen on ATVs spun through icy slush on top of Shamineau Lake in search for early spring […]
Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. The percentage of those surveyed saying it’s a “bad time to buy” hit […]
As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what does the forecast tell us about what’s on […]
As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key factors that will drive the industry and the economy forward in the months to come. realtor.com “. […]
"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."
amunger844
"The only thing I can say is just pick the phone and call Dan right now, you will not regret it."
Tom Brown
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"Dan Schueller made the whole process of selling a home very easy, always stayed in touch throughout with me, and always responded quickly. I would recommend Dan to anyone buying or selling."
Kevin Konop
"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
"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
"Victoria has been so great to work with!"
Lora Wilkins
"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
"Diane and her team were absolutely wonderful!"
Tia Lightner
"Diane is an excellent realtor—sharp, energetic, friendly, well-connected, and conscientious. She guided us through the process, did a fantastic job in marketing, and sold our lake home quickly and for a great price. We give Diane very enthusiastic thumbs up!"
cookplattes
"Dan came at our request, after informing him of what we wanted, he jumped right in and followed exactly what we had asked him to do! He consulted us on any changes and kept in constant contact with us. Dan truly became our right hand! He has a positive attitude and is very realistic, down to earth. Thanks so much Dan!!"
addobmeier06
"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
"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
"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
"Victoria worked incredibly hard, was always available and was very knowledgeable about the market."
Rick Glick
"We had a wonderful experience working with Victoria Litteral. She was professional, very responsive, patient, and knowledgeable. We would highly recommend her."
Peter Reyes
"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
"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
"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 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
"Victoria has been amazing to work with in our journey to find the perfect cabin for our family. She always listened to us and shared valuable insights. She has worked hard to make sure everything gets done. We highly recommend her!"
Twins City
"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
"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."
lindalang61
"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
"Diane and her team are top notch! They go go above and beyond to make you feel like family. We could not imagine using anyone else."
Tyler Lightner
"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."
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