Clint Nelson
Broker

Clint Nelson

Clint began his real estate career right here in the Brainerd Lakes Area back in 1976. For this market, he has assembled some of the finest sales talent in Minnesota and it is just what the doctor ordered.

“/I love doing what others can’t or are unwilling to do. It makes it fun to go to work and our clients love our enthusiasm. Our Job is a people business, it is all about the people, their family, their home, and their dreams and we take it very seriously./ – Clint Nelson”

1. 100% Strong Customer Satisfaction Rating

2. Strong Local Reputation

3. Experienced and Knowledgeable

4. Caring, Committed, and Trustworthy

5. Skilled Negotiator

6. Professional in Attitude, Demeanor, and Capability

Clint is a past president of the BLADC (Brainerd Lakes Area Development Corp) and he has worked to bring better jobs into the area. In 2006 Clint received the coveted 100% satisfaction rating (Diamond Award).

Clint is experienced in all facets of real estate: financing, appraising, sales, leasing and development, and that provides him with the ability to go above and beyond what is expected from an agent.

As an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, Clint enjoys recreational opportunities that the Brainerd Lake Area provides. Not only has Clint contributed to the community through development, as a sales agent, and through volunteer work, he has made the area a better place to live and raise a family.

Jeff Torfin
Realtor

Jeff Torfin 2011 Realtor of the Year

1. Strong Local Reputation

2. Experience and Knowledge

3. Caring, Committed, and Trustworthy

4. Professional in Attitude, Demeanor, and Capability

5. Skilled Negotiator

Jeff was born and raised in the Brainerd Lakes Area. He has been a real estate professional for the past 14 years, been involved in hundreds of commercial and residential real estate transactions, as well as a number of exclusive residential and commercial development projects.

Jeff has been involved in nearly every sale relating to multi-unit apartment buildings and* over 75% of sales over $1,000,000 on Gull Lake in the Brainerd Lakes Area* in 2009. Not only is Jeff a leader in luxury real estate transactions, he has also been involved with numerous commercial developments giving him extensive knowledge in the rental housing market in the Brainerd & Baxter areas.

As an owner of residential rental properties himself, Jeff has the experience of hands-on property management. Being involved with both residential and commercial real estate gives Jeff a well-rounded background in this market.

Andy Hayes
Realtor

Andy Hayes

Is another lifelong Brainerd Lakes Area resident. Born and raised in Baxter, his only time out of the area was while attending college at the University of North Dakota. After earning a Bachelors degree in business administration, he returned home to start a career.

Andy has always had a very strong interest in real estate, so becoming a Realtor was an obvious choice. Having the opportunity to work with a group of established professionals in a busy marketplace gives him not only the resources to handle all types of transactions, but also the experience necessary to make sure that they are handled with care, professionalism, and above all else, excellent service.

While having only been in the real estate business since 2006, Andy has already been involved in several multi-million dollar transactions, including the largest sale to date on Gull Lake at $3.5 million.

Andy’s extensive local knowledge and contacts make him a valuable asset to the team. He is active in the community through the Brainerd Lakes Area Chambers of Commerce, Lakes Area Young Professionals, and the Brainerd Jaycees.

Being an avid golfer and outdoorsman, the Brainerd Lakes Area is a perfect place to call home.

Brad VanVickle
Realtor

Brad VanVickle

Brings over 30 years of sales, marketing, and sales management experience to assist his clients with all their Real Estate needs. He is proud that his clients have trusted him to assist them while making major purchase decisions for over 30 years. He always approaches every client with the same philosophy: Honesty & Integrity above all else. When you work with Brad you are working with a professional who takes the time to really understand your needs and unique circumstances. Then, he will do everything possible to accomplish YOUR objectives.

Brad was born and raised in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area. He has been married to his wife LaVonne for over 30 years and has two children, A.J. and Valerie. He enjoys tinkering with old cars, hunting, riding motorcycle and most of all, assisting his clients.

Brad’s strong reputation in this market plus many, many contacts developed over his many years in sales add up to a huge benefit for his clients. His goal is to provide the absolute best in quality service to his clients.

Holly (Johnson) Connaker
Realtor

Holly Connaker

Holly has as always called the Brainerd Lakes Area "home". After many successful years selling optical networking technology and launching life-saving, blockbuster pharmaceutical products, Holly decided it was time for a new challenge and Real Estate is her vehicle of choice. In 2005, she began her real estate career working for a successful real estate broker in the Twin Cities then returned to the Brainerd Lakes Area to carve out her own niche and raise her family in a community that she loves. Customer service and attention to detail have always come easy for Holly. Growing up on a family-owned resort has enabled Holly to truly understand the value of real estate. At a young age Holly was introduced to various real estate transactions from Contract for Deed to various buyers financing. She has successfully negotiated hundreds of sales for buyers and sellers in her career as a real estate agent. Holly is extremely dedicated to all of her current and past clients and takes pride in helping people achieve the American Dream.

According to her team members...........

"Holly has consistently been a top-performing, client-driven Real Estate Professional with successful residential, lakeshore and relocation experience. She is a decisive and results-oriented team player with outstanding management skills and the ability to identify client needs. An engaging, professional communicator with the ability to put others at ease, Holly quickly builds relationships based on mutual trust and client benefit. She has always been a driver and completed her B.A. in Business Management from William Woods University in 3 1/2 years. Holly is a dedicated professional committed to meeting and exceeding goals & objectives put forth by the client. She has demenstrated is committed to community involvement and has held leadership positions with the Greater Lakes Association of REALTORS (President 2009), MN Association of REALTORS Board of Directors, Lake Country Connections BNI & Sertoma (Rookie of the Year).

Holly's family is of utmost importance and she enjoys outdoor activities with her husband, Dave, and 2 boys, Cullen & Gavin. Holly is also an avid equestrian and loves to compete at horse shows with her Arabian horses."

Tim Nelson
Realtor

Tim Nelson