Jim is a highly experienced Realtor with 20-plus years of expertise in the northern Minnesota lake country.
Having grown up in the area, he possesses a deep understanding of the local lakes, communities, and unique property landscapes. Whether helping clients find their dream lakefront home or a secluded woodland retreat, Jim’s extensive knowledge ensures a seamless and informed real estate experience.
Beyond real estate, Jim is also a professional fishing guide with an impressive 47 years of experience. His lifelong passion for the region’s waters allows him to provide unparalleled insight into the best fishing spots, lake conditions, and the overall lifestyle that makes northern Minnesota a special place to call home. His dual expertise gives buyers and sellers a distinct advantage, offering valuable perspectives on both the real estate market and the outdoor recreational opportunities in the area.
Jim’s commitment to his clients is built on trust, integrity, and a genuine love for northern Minnesota. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence, a vacation getaway, or simply need expert guidance on the local lakes, Jim’s experience and dedication make him the ideal partner for your real estate and outdoor adventures.
Live where weekends never seem to end. Located on the quiet side of Breezy Point, this one-level cabin is nearly a slap shot away from the Breezy Point Hockey Center. Pelican Lake, golf, trails, restaurants, and everyday conveniences are all just minutes away by foot, bike or golf cart. Inside, warm wood-lined interiors create an […]
PRICE REDUCED $279,000 $269,000 Excellent investment opportunity just blocks from downtown Brainerd and the growing Northern Pacific Center district. This well-maintained six-unit property offers a strong mix of rental options, including three two-bedroom apartments, two one-bedroom units, and one efficiency unit — all currently operating on month-to-month leases with a solid rental history. Positioned in […]
PRICE REDUCED — ORIGINAL $529,000 — NOW $489,900 Welcome to 3912 4th St NW, where morning sunrises hit differently when the Pine River meets Lind Lake right in your backyard. This quiet Backus location entirely avoids heavy shoreline traffic. Therefore, you get a truly peaceful waterfront experience without the constant roar of boat motors found on […]
Enjoy spectacular sunsets on one of Leech Lakes premiere beaches. Here is a chance to be on famous Leech Lake and make your dreams come true in this friendly association. Endless views await you along with a protected harbor and just a few steps from the beach. Beach also includes play area, canoes, kayaks and […]
"Tori has been an Angel through our buying/selling process. Her communication is stellar, she’s very knowledgeable and she is SO patient! This is my first home and I’ve had tons of questions. Tori has been there every step of the way, going above and beyond to make sure I understand everything. Thank you Tori and the rest of the Your Home Sold Guaranteed team for making this an amazing experience!"
Korbyn D'Ambrogio
"The only thing I can say is just pick the phone and call Dan right now, you will not regret it."
Tom Brown
"Jim was extremely knowledgeable about the market and had great insight on the lakes, the property values and what we were looking for. I would certainly use him again if the need were ever to arise. Great guy and really plugged in."
Scott Eckert
"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 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
"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 and her team were absolutely wonderful!"
Tia Lightner
"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
"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 was the most patient and kind realtor we could have asked for! Our situation was less than favorable but he still took on the challenge. He was able to find us more land than we were hoping for and for a lower price than we thought possible! A huge thanks to Dan for going above and beyond for us!!!"
Alysia Eggers
"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
"Professional people who truly care about their clients wants and needs. Your satisfaction is their mission and goal. I recommend them very highly."
Russ Philstrom
"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
"Diane is just amazing. She is the utmost professional and her people reflect that excellence."
Kathi Sullivan
"Dan always made himself available when we wanted to travel up from the cities to look at a cabin. He was more than knowledgeable about the individual lakes and surrounding areas. I found Dan to be very personable, with a sense of humor. He was an excellent real agent, and I would definitely recommend him."
Hilary Blohowiak
"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
"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
"I was very pleased as how quickly my home sold. There was very professional help.!! Dan always returned my phone call, Was always very knowledgeable about what was going on and if he didn’t, he found out what was going on very very pleased I would recommend Using them to sew another home or recommend them to anybody else that was looking to sell their home."
Gayle Schmidt
"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
"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
"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."
user10177135
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"I recommend Tori for her expert knowledge in the home buying process. She is smart, dedicated to her clients and has a wealth of knowledge to make you feel confident in your home buying process!"
Rachel Leifermann
"Dan sold my house in 6 days! He gets it done-no excuses."
Sue Ogle
"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
