Minnesota Real Estate - Minnesota Investment Property

"I was very interested in investing in Real Estate, but didn't know exactly where to start. Ryan and his team walked me through the whole process from start to finish in no time at all. After meeting Ryan at his seminar on August 27th 2005, we worked together to find a great investment property. I closed on the property on October 28th 2005 and my first tenant moved in on October 29th. I will definitely be working with Ryan again on my next purchase! "
Dave Osborne
dosborne@mn.rr.com

"Ryan O'Neill is the perfect person to teach you about real estate investing. Ryan stayed with us every step along the way, helping us to select properties, advertise for and check out renters, he was even there with us when we signed our first lease! We now own 6 properties and plan on continuing to work with Ryan as we continue to invest. Ryan is honest and straightforward. His great sense of humor makes the whole adventure a most enjoyable experience!"
Al and Carolyn Werth
alcarolynwerth@cs.com

"Rob Reinke was 110% there for us. As new investors, we had a lot of questions and were, understandably, nervous to "get off the fence" and begin our real estate investment career. We are so glad we did and a great part of this was having Rob as a partner throughout. We felt we knew we had found the right team soon after we met but remained somewhat skeptical because promises are so often thrown around these days... We went with our gut and are very glad we did. The support and resources (and yes, hand-holding) we received were unsurpassed. The follow-up was sensational even after the transaction. I can't remember the last time my expectations were so exceeded... I suppose I would sum it up as really good people... doing the right thing... to the best of their ability... when they say they will... and everyone benefits. "
Eileen Lay
elay@citlink.net

"Ryan helped me every step of the way in finding an investment property. His outstanding customer service was demonstrated when I had to leave town for a 4-week business trip right at the time of closing. Ryan assisted in the closing, showed my home to potential renters, and helped get a lease signed while I was 9000 miles (and 12 time zones) away!"
Andy Rayle
Andrew.Rayle@seagate.com

"Hello, my name is James, and about two years ago, I was relocated from Texas to the beautiful Twin Cities. I had been involved in real estate investing in Texas and thought it was time to jump into the local Twin Cities real estate market.

Well, I must say, Ryan O’Neill makes all the difference in the world. With me having some experience in real estate, but no experience in the local Twin Cities market, Ryan has become my guide and mentor along the way. The best part about Ryan is that he listens! This sounds simple, but not all agents have mastered this art. Not only does he listen, he also is incredible patient. Everyone has preconceived notions about what real estate investing is all about, and Ryan does a fantastic job of letting you arrive at the conclusions on your own. Ironically enough, he is politely persistent. A gentle nudge here and there keeps you from getting lazy, and is exactly what I would expect from a coach or mentor. Personally, I think Ryan is a want-to-be teacher, because it appears he gets incredible joy out of seeing people when the proverbial “light bulb” goes off. When someone finally purchases their first investment property and gets to enjoy the benefits first hand, Ryan is so proud of his pupil it’s written all over him! That’s the kind of personal investment you would want from any teacher or mentor.

Hands down, Ryan has been the difference in getting my real estate investing off the ground here in the Twin Cities, and I would encourage all potential investors to view Ryan as an incredible asset to your Real Estate Team."
James Garcia
JamesGar1@aol.com

"I feel that Ryan has been a great friend and Realtor to me. All of his contacts and connections have been so usefull. I didn't know anything about rentals when I got started. Ryan set me up with a lender, and walked me through the process. Four months after the first call I made to him, I now own a 4 bedroom, and have some great renters. I plan to buy another house within the year and I will only use Ryan as my realtor. I recommend him to all my friends and family."
Jake Powell
jakepowell50@hotmail.com

"My wife and I were interested in finding out more about rental properties. We heard about Ryan O'Neill's free seminar, and I attended it one evening. The seminar was full of great information. After the seminar, we decided we wanted to start off by finding a good 4 bedroom split level home in good condition. That's where Ryan took over. He provided a daily search of the MLS to me for possible rental homes, and we went out and looked at some. Ryan and I looked at about 13 houses on maybe 4 different occasions. He knows what is, and what isn't a good rental, and he honestly points out the issues with the "not so good rentals." Even during our fourth time out, I was growing impatient, and Ryan kept upbeat and was honest when pointing out issues on some of the homes.

Finally, on roughly the 13th house we looked at, we found a winner. He helped me line up an inspector, and helped me purchase the home. After the purchase was finalized, Ryan ran my ad on the rentclicks.com web site and in the Star Tribune at his expense. The home is now rented.

The entire process was exciting. I enjoyed working with Ryan from the beginning when we looked at homes, to the point we are now where it's rented. He is always available to answer questions and offer advice.

We are very happy with his hands on attitude and willingness to help us "rental property rookies." When we are ready to buy another rental, Ryan will get a call from us and we'll do the entire process over again. I highly recommend Ryan because of his patience, rental knowledge, calm, kind personality, availability, willness to help anytime, and professional service. "
Mark and Karen Wangler
mkmac6@hotmail.com

"I now have my first investment property under my belt thanks to the Ryan O’Neill team. Even during the slow winter months I was able to purchase and rent out my 1st investment property. It was a very smooth process with little surprises. The O’Neill team was very knowledgeable and professional during the entire process. I can’t wait to start looking for my second property with the O’Neill team."
Ryan Rager
rrager@comcast.net

"Ryan and his team have been very important to us as we started to learn about investment property. We purchased one investment property with their guidance, now we are looking for our second investment property with them as well. They are knowledgeable, patient, and committed to helping average investors succeed. I highly recommend working with them."
Jeff Clusiau
jeffreyclusiau@mac.com

"I started working with Ryan after I saw his ad in the classified section of the newspaper and visited his website. Prior to this, I had just read about real estate investing, I hadn’t actually bought anything. I was eager but didn’t really know the best way to begin.

Ryan worked with me for many months before I actually bought my first house. We set up financing and came up with an investment plan suited to my needs. Prior to meeting Ryan I had a mortgage broker that I was going to use. Ryan said I could use any mortgage source I wanted. He would work with me and help me in whatever way made me most comfortable. However, I found that by using the people Ryan worked with, I was working with people who specialized in helping real estate investors. In short, I believe I got a better deal using Ryan’s connections then my own. This is true not only for the financing but also for my insurance needs. I saved lots of money using people Ryan recommended versus the people I was using previously.

After I bought my first house, Ryan guided and advised me every step of the way until I had the house rented. I am looking forward to working with Ryan and his team more in the future. I cannot recommend him more highly. I am sure he will treat you the same way he treated me."
Lanny Lippold
lannyl@comcast.net

"Wow, what a great experience. I now sit here in front of my computer trying to figure out what I could possibly put in words to express how beneficial Ryan has been for me thus far. I have wanted to get into owning real estate for several years, but never felt comfortable to take that necessary next step. Like many others out there, I had and still have Carlton Sheets “No Down Payment” sitting on my shelf, but never put it into practice until I met Ryan. From just the beginning, Ryan was there to really help me understand the whole process of investment properties and how much potential there really is. I’ve always felt like the process was too overwhelming, but going through it and looking back now, it definitely was not. Ryan was there for every question or concern that I had (and believe me, I always have questions) and he really allowed me to continue on. I currently have 4 single family rental houses I bought through Ryan, and I have been extremely satisfied with how everything has gone. There is a list of different things Ryan has helped me with….everything from selecting the “right” house with the “right” location and of course with the “right” price. Then working with his “team” and making sure all the numbers worked out….his spreadsheet analyzing the benefits is awesome. Then advertising the house and making sure I was getting the “right” tenants. And finally when you think that it’s pretty much a done deal because the tenants are in and you are receiving that rent check, here comes an email or a phone call from Ryan just to make sure things are running smoothly and/or if there were any additional questions. For those people out there right now wondering if they should or should not get into investment properties or wondering if they should or should not work with Ryan….please take it from me and the other individuals Ryan has helped….DO IT, you will not be disappointed. I can definitely say that this is just the beginning and I look forward to working with Ryan for my future real estate interests! "
Dan Kubes, St Paul
Dgkubes06@yahoo.com

"Our experience with Ryan will keep us going back to him for more! We just bought our first home and Ryan was incredibly helpful and supportive in our search. He was very honest in his opinions when it came to finding the right house for us. We are planning to invest down the road and will most definitely choose Ryan to work with again. Whether you are getting into investment real estate or just buying a single family home for yourself, we highly recommend Ryan to anyone! "
Jeffrey and Kelsey H. Hackler
kelsandjeff@msn.com

"We worked with Ryan O'Neill and his assistant Jaelynn in purchasing our new town home. This is the fourth home that we have sold or purchased. Without exception this was the best experience that we have had. Minnesota's Real Estate Team actually worked as a team. There was good rapport and respect between the agents and support staff. This may seem like a small thing but when you are making a large purchase it is wonderful to feel like everyone is eager to help and likes each other and what they are doing. I never heard any backbiting. We experienced helpful and timely responses to all questions and concerns. When we were negotiating a price with the seller, Ryan sent us some comparables that helped us decide our final offer. We never experienced any pressure. I asked to go out and see the town home one afternoon with only a few hours of notice. Jaelynn made a special effort to arrange things for me. When we had the final walk through, Tawyna filled in because Ryan was out of town. She went through the inspection carefully and thoroughly with me. We never felt like we were being an imposition or a bother. Overall I think what separates this realtor group from others is the exceptional customer service and responsiveness. They are cheerful, professional, knowledgeable and simply great to work with. I am so grateful for their help. I will highly recommend them."
Ann and Dennis Monikowski
dmonikowski@msn.com

"My experience with Ryan was wonderful and educational. I started looking for an investment property with no idea of what I was looking for. That’s where Ryan stepped in to give me his knowledge that he obtained through his own experiences. He told me what kind of houses would have good re-sale and which ones would rent out easily. I appreciated his honesty the most. There were a few houses that I would've been ready to purchase but Ryan suggested I wait and find one with more of the qualities we were looking for. This is what impressed me the most. He could've just agreed with me and collected his commission, but instead he gave me an honest opinion, which looking back was the correct one. He was always readily available for questions and for looking at properties. And if he was busy, one of his assistants would always be available so we could get into the property right away. His assistance didn't end at the closing. He helped with the advertising and the application review so I could find a good renter. Ryan really made the whole experience enjoyable and I would recommend him to anyone I know. I hope to do more business with Ryan and his great assistants in the near future. "
Shawn Junjak
junjaks@msn.com

"After reading several books and attending a few seminars on the subject, I felt ready to begin investing in real estate. But I still was not exactly sure where or how to begin the process. Then I came across Ryan's ad in the newspaper. I'm so glad that I visited his website and decided to contact him. Ryan and his team are knowledgeable, experienced, and have been very generous with their time and advice. Ryan has carefully walked me through each step of the purchase and leasing of residential property, and is always available for questions. His personal attention, helpful pointers, and availability alleviate many of the fears that are common among "rookie" real estate investors. I feel confident that because of my connection with him and his team, I will be able to avoid many of the pitfalls that novice investors learn the hard way when they "go it alone." Thank you, Ryan, for helping me find the road to building wealth through real estate, and for getting me started in that first and most important part of the process- taking action! "
Sharma Foley
sharmafoley@aol.com

"I found Ryan very knowledgeable, low pressure and flexible to work with. Ryan sent me valuable information on the rental market and is a trusting resource! Great Guy! "
Sherry Auer, Chaska, MN
sherryauer@mn.rr.com

"Ryan and his team were great to work with on our first investment property. We were a bit nervous about getting into the real estate investment business, but Ryan walked us through the process and made us feel very comfortable. The things we liked most about working with Ryan was his preparation and his attitude . Ryan has step-by-step, "how-to"documents on every aspect of the process...from buying/financing the home all the way to finding a renter. We needed someone to 'hold our hand' throughout the process and Ryan did just that...and he did it with a positive, confident attitude. "
JP Paul
jppaul@hotmail.com

"I met Ryan shortly after I read his ad in the Star Tribune, which led me to his website. He was sensitive, energetic and humorous, as well as full of knowledge about investment properties. Prior to meeting with him, I had little knowledge or experience in owning rental property. Through the process of looking at many houses on the market in the following months with Ryan and his associates in his team, I learned lot of stuff from him. We finally found a desirable house in Burnsville. Ryan helped us to arrange financing, and taught us how to put the ad in the newspaper, how to handle phone calls from potential tenants, how to show the house, and very importantly, how to screen tenants. Through the step-by-step procedure, we rented the house to a very nice tenant family shortly after closing. Ryan is really helpful and knowledgeable and of great resource. I highly recommend Ryan's service to people who want to start their investment in rental property. "
Shengqi Xie
sxie99@hotmail.com

"I have been interested in investment properties for a few years now, but I was scared about not knowing what I was getting into. I found Ryan’s ad in the newspaper and gave him a call. Ryan provided me with the information, and his experience that I needed to get into owning investment properties. Working with Ryan’s team I bought a house and had it rented in one week. Without the help of Ryan’s team , I still would have not gotten into owning investment properties. Ryan works at your speed and is not pushy. Thank you to all the people on Ryan’s team that helped me get started in investment properties. "
Ron Besch
Rabesch@comcast.net

"We started out with very little knowledge about owning rental properties, until we met with an expert in the field of investment properties by the name of Ryan O'Neill. Ryan walks you through every step of the process and was always good about returning phone calls. From looking at properties to answering all the little questions we may have had, Ryan showed more patience and dedication than we had ever expected. Now, we have a couple properties which will bring us positive cash flow every month.
Ryan, thanks again for helping us through the entire process and we both hope to work with you again in the future."
Jay Thammavongsa, Brooklyn Park, MN
Viprasong@hotmail.com

"As I was looking to get into investment real estate in the Twin Cities market, connecting with Ryan has been critical to success. Ryan and his team have been extremely helpful in showing me everything I needed to know about the market, specific homes, financing, renting, property management, etc. Ryan's personal attention and desire to help have been instrumental in helping me build my real estate investment portfolio. "
Chris Nelson
chrisnelson_2011@hotmail.com

"Well, at first when I started to think about investment property, I didn’t have any idea whatsoever about what owning a rental property entailed. When I met with Ryan O’Neill, he show me how to get started on real estate. I bought a single family house with him and he helped me to advertise the house to get it rented. Finally he found a renter for me. He has really helped me out; apparently he didn’t just help me out, but he did it all for me, wow!! What can I say about him? He is generous and dedicated to his clients. I would recommend him to anybody who is interested in investment property. I would love to work with him again in the near future. "
Wang Yang & Yia
wchytyang@aol.com

"My husband and I have always been intrigued by the real estate investment industry, but were a bit lost at how to get involved in it. We had done our homework via books and CD’s, but we still lacked the experience and contacts needed to take the next steps. Close friends recommended we meet with Ryan. They were in the process of purchasing a couple rental homes with Ryan and raved about his industry knowledge, friendliness, and honesty. Now, we, too, cannot say enough about Ryan. Within 6 months of our first meeting, Ryan has mentored us through the purchase and rental of 4 single-family homes. Ryan is definitely a step above other realtors. Our relationship did not stop with the home closings. He continues to help / educate us through the rental process and any hiccups we have along the way. His industry knowledge, contacts, and experience makes him a trusted advisor; his down-to-earth, fun, and friendly character makes him a good friend. We will definitely ask Ryan to help us with future purchases and highly recommend Ryan to anyone looking to realize their investment property goals. "
Becky and Dan Baltzer
baltzerproperties@comcast.net

"My wife was very skeptical when I first started getting serious about investing in real estate. We went to a seminar in December of '04 put on by Ryan O'Neill and Rob Bonahoom that seemed to put her at ease and show her how we could increase our wealth over time. Then, when we found a place that we both liked, she started to get cold feet, and didn't want to part with the cash. I somehow talked her into purchasing the property (with the help of Ryan). Still, the most difficult task was at hand - getting it rented. I followed Ryan's plan to a T. Adds were placed in the Star-Trib, and with Rent Clicks.com. I never did get a call from the Tribune adds, however. All my leads came from Rent Clicks. Three young friends were very persistent about wanting to live at my property, and did everything asked of them (for screening purposes) in a very timely manner. Again, I followed Ryan's instructions and advice on screening applicants very closely. I didn't find a reason to not let them rent from me, and the deal was done. We closed on July 28, 2005, and the renters moved in August 1, and so far things have worked out well. With the help of Rob and his team, we found a financing option that kept my mortgage payment as low as possible to help me cash flow +$15 per month. It's not a lot, but I don't have to worry about a second mortgage payment. The appreciation will speak loudly over time. Ryan and Rob, Thank you for all your help. I couldn't have been a successful investor without your expertise."
Brian Hoernemann
BHoernemann@mn.rr.com

"We worked with Kevin Curtis to buy our first two investment properties. Both deals closed within three months of each other. He was extremely helpful with every step of each transaction. Kevin's advice as a professional appraiser was very valuable as we reviewed various properties looking for the "right" investment. When it came to responsiveness, Kevin often surprised us with how quickly he would respond to our voicemails and emails. Over the years, we have worked with many realtors and consider Kevin the best. We would recommend him to anyone looking to work with a superior professional. We are looking forward to the next opportunity we will have to work with Kevin Curtis. "
Nouk and Joe Haschka
nouk@msn.com

"If you've read some books, seen some videos, or gone to seminars on real estate investing, you still might be wondering what to do next. If this sounds like you, then call Ryan. The key with Ryan's program is that it's local, it's free, and he has plenty of connections in the Twin Cites area that will help get you started. "
Geoff

"As a new investor, I was looking for an agent who specialized in investment property. Ryan has been specializing in investment property long enough to educate a complete novice. He spent time explaining the reasons why I might want or not want to invest in certain types of property, how my decisions could effect my future as an investor, and how to assess properties I thought I liked. While I have bought and sold several homes for my own residence, I had no idea what I needed to know to be successful as an investor. Ryan and his team have changed all that. I feel confident that the next time I invest I will be much better prepared to meet the challenge. Of course I'll have Ryan and his team for partners. "
Penny Pergament
p_pergament@yahoo.com

"I would like to thank you Dan Morse for your professional services the last few months, as I looked for my dream home. I found you very knowledgeable and I appreciated your honesty and perseverance. You were always available and provided more than I expected. You have a nice personality and was easy to work with! I would definitely recommend you to my family, friends and business associates. Sincerely, Roger Leitschuh roger4231@hotmail.com H: 763-717-9532"
Roger Leitschuh
roger4231@hotmail.com

"Ryan and his team were a great resource to us on our first rental property. They supply all the information and encouragement needed to make the process go as smooth as possible. They gave us the confidence needed for the first time and we will not hesitate to work with them again."
Bill and Deb Splain
bsplain@comcast.net

"We started the rental property journey by purchasing the Carleton Sheets course. It was an excellent course and I am glad I did. It provided me the encouragement to take the next step. I found Ryan's ad in the paper, and being skeptical that this was too easy I called him and setup a meeting for my wife and myself to meet him. Through this process we talked to many realtors, but Ryan was by far the most professional, nicest, and simply the one we trusted to guide us through the process. Ryan helped us along every step of the way, answering every question, and offering his advice. We have purchased two properties through Ryan, and are happy with our decisions. We also have recommended many of our friends to Ryan which I believe says more for him than anything else ever could. "
Scott & Jill Vonderharr
scott@vonderharr.com

"Thanks for all of your help with the purchase of our new home. Because of your experience and diligence, we were able to avoid costly mistakes and were spared from the jaws of an unscrupulous seller's agent. It was comforting to know that we had someone on our side who has our best interests in mind and can guide us through it each step of the way. "
Micah Ahlgren
micah@vansontech.com

"Wow!!! With the help of your fantastic team member Brian Carion, I became a landlord in less than 60 days! Brian contacted me shortly after I attended one of your free seminars in November of 2007. I did my first look at houses on January 6, 2008 and signed a lease last night with my new tenant for my first investment property. The “system” that you and Brian taught me really does work! But more importantly, I want to tell you how much I appreciated having Brian’s help with the whole process. Besides providing a wealth of knowledge regarding real estate, construction, and the mountains of paperwork, Brian was a constant supportive and encouraging presence while we worked on finding, buying, and getting the property rented. He has certainly gone “above and beyond” what I would expect from a real estate agent – he even did some minor repairs for me when the sellers balked at fixing some small items. I have highly recommended Brian to anyone and everyone that I know – please feel free to use any part of this as a testimonial on your web site so I can recommend him to those I don’t know!"
Paula Weakly
ppaulla@aol.com

"I have done two deals with Ryan (so far!) and have been more than happy. He is incredibly professional. He eased my fears about investing in real-estate. I would highly recommend him to anyone."
Dan OBrien
dobrien@gw.hamline.edu

"I met Ryan about 6 months ago from an ad that I saw in the paper. He came off as being very friendly and helpful with little pressure. We then set up a time to meet where he showed me what options are out there for investment properties. About two months after the first phone call Ryan and I began looking for houses; during the entire process he showed more patience than I could ever expect. It was a relief to work with someone that has personal experience with investments and could relate to all of the nervious feelings I had while making my first investment. Ryan is the answer for everyone, from the full time investor to the beginner. All of my future real estate investments will be with the help of Ryan. "
Grant Butler, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
butl0089@tc.umn.edu

"I was hesitant at first, but after talking to Ryan a few times, I realized he wasn't just trying to sell me a house to collect his commission. He was willing to walk me through the entire process at my pace, and work with me until I found the house I wanted, and had renters in place. I purchased one house with Ryan in September and he helped me get it rented by October 1st."
Steve Zaver, Plymouth
szaver@ev3.net

"We met Ryan by calling off his ad in the newspaper. Right from the start, we could tell that he is a very nice guy who would give us a lot of help with real estate investment. From looking for properties to finding a handy man to fix up any issues we had with the house, even helping us put ads in newspaper to get the homes rented out! We started out with very little to no knowledge about real estate investment. With his lead and help, we now have the real estate investment wheel rolling. Now, we have few properties sitting there which have been bringing us positive cash flow every month. We really appreciate Ryan. He has made a difference in our life! "
Jenny & Jim Yiu, Plymouth, Minnesota
jxyiu@comcast.net

"I remember looking in the Sunday newspaper real estate section for investment property and ran across an ad by Ryan O’Neill. I called on the ad and we decided to meet. I was impressed with his friendliness; knowledge and professionalism that I decided to do my first real estate deal with him. Prior to meeting with him I had no knowledge or experience in owning rental property. I would highly recommend using Ryan’s service and experience to anyone who wants to use real estate for investment purposes! Not only does he show you property but he actually shows you how everything is put together from start to finish. I have never met anyone else in this business that takes the time and dedication to show you the correct way of owning investment real estate. Financial Freedom is one of my goals and thanks to Ryan. I’m one step closer to realizing my goals and dreams! "
Curtis Nii, Chaska, Minnesota
curtisnii@hotmail.com

"I have had a very good experience with Ryan. He is always there helping with any questions I have, and he is very good at returning my phone calls. He is always happy to assist with any issues I have, such as giving me valuable suggestions about mortgages and how to "rent out" my previous home. He always put his client's interest first and is never pushing just to close a deal. I would go back to him again for my next purchase. "
Lei Kropiwka
kropiwka@att.com

"There once was a guy named Ryan. Before him--No Properties--Cryin.' Then along came "The Plan," And much advice from his Clan, Am now busy Livin' not Dyin.' That's all I got brotha.' Let's see how we do on Property#2. Talk to ya when it's time."
Keith Johnson
ensureagent@yahoo.com

"I am a fan of the Rich Dad Poor Dad books, and I am a believer in residual income. I saw Ryan’s ad in the paper and answered it. We met and I was impressed with his real estate knowledge as well the cash flow scenarios he presented on Excel spreadsheets. I then got qualified to purchase investment property. We looked at several properties and on October 30th 2003, I became the owner of a beautiful 4 bedroom home. Ryan suggested how to word the ads for tenants, check references, and show the property. My property is rented out with a positive cash flow. I am the owner of an appreciating asset. Plus, I am glad that I did not let my fear of failure get the best of me. I intend on purchasing more properties in the future and I am quite happy being the owner of investment property."
Michael Barlow, Shakopee, MN
mbarlow@prodigy.net

"After purchasing and studying Carleton Sheet's program I was excited about real estate, but still a little "miffed" at where to start. The program taught me to look at other investors as partners and not as competitors. I came across Ryan's ad and gave him a call, still a little skeptical about this opportunity. Ryan's "No-Pressure" approach proved to be the exact fit that I needed. Ryan and I looked at a lot of properties. (If our roles were reversed, I know I couldn't have been as patient with Him, as He was with Me.) Ryan is always willing to take whatever extra steps are necessary to help you find the opportunity/property you are in search of. My wife and I purchased our first investment property in November of 2003. It's a beautiful four bedroom home in a great neighborhood. We were able to buy the home with no money out of pocket and able to rent it with a break even or maybe slightly positive cash flow. It's a great investment and a great tax break. When it's time to find my next property, I know Ryan will be my quarterback."
Mike McLauglhlin, New Hope, Minnesota
mikemcl@comcast.net

"I was searching through the Sunday paper calling and speaking some of the realtors that claimed to specialize in investment properties and spoke with about 3 people before I found Ryan. Within the first minute or two of talking with him I could tell he was going to be the one for me to work with. When working with him he always addressed every single question and concern I had and made me feel very comfortable all the way through closing. Where he shines above the rest is how he walks you through everything every step of the way and has the experience and knowledge to be able to give direction when needed. I must have looked at at least 20 houses before I felt comfortable making an offer on one and I loved that I never felt pressured at any time. Through just one deal with Ryan I know he will be my realtor for life!"
Kris Neumann, St Paul, Minnesota
kris.neumann@comcast.net

"Ryan did an excellent job of helping my wife and I get started in real estate. We called on his ad and since meeting with Ryan, our fears of getting involved in real estate have been overcome. Ryan has done more that we could have ever asked. His expertise and knowldege in the industry has helped us make a sound investment decision. He has taken the time to explain everything to us and has been with us every step of the way from the beginning till even after the purchase."
Nate Blommel, Lakeville, Minnesota
952-891-8479

"My name is Jake Roberts. My wife Laurie and I were referred to Ryan and his team by our financial advisor Adam Hartung. We were at a point trying to think about good ways to invest in real estate. We then attended one of Rob Bonahoom and Ryan's seminars that discussed the process in real estate investing. After that seminar, we were really impressed with the presentation, and more importantly, with Ryan and Rob. After that experience, we decided to rent out our then current home and purchase another home. With the help of Ryan and Rob, that became a reality within a couple of months. The process was smooth and painless. They do a really nice job of making the process smooth and comfortable. After that process, we went on to purchase another property. Once again, the experience was wonderful and painless. We had that property rented out almost immediately. None of this would not have been possible without Ryan and Rob.

Thanks to those two, we feel like we are well on our way to accumulating wealth through real estate investing."
Jake & Laurie Roberts
jacobmlr@yahoo.com

"My name is Phung Do. My husband, Due Phi and I want to say a few words about our experience with our Realtor Phong Cao. We are very happy with Phong’s help in finding our first home and are extremely satisfied with our purchase. Phong has gone to great lengths to help us, especially guiding us through the search for homes, the loan process, and getting a loan with the lowest interest rate. Regardless of how busy he was, he was always there when we needed him. On our moving day, he even volunteered his time to help us move. What a nice guy. Phong made buying our first home a smooth and fun transition. We are lucky to know such a good person like Phong. We highly recommend Phong Cao to anyone who is selling or buying their next home. He is not only our realtor but our friend. Again, thank you so much for your help."
Phung Do & Due Phi
duephi@aol.com

"I met Ryan a couple month ago. We talked about his experiences in Real Estate as an Investor and I was realy impressed. A week later we found a 4-plex in that Area I was looking and we closed about 6 weeks later.

Ryan is a hard working guy. He helped me a lot in all problems or questions which came up that time til closing.

Ryan thanks again for all your help in that difficult transaction and I hope we work in the future together. "
Carsten Doeren
CDOEREN30@aol.com

"I had always wanted to buy a rental property but I had shied away because of the unknowns. I thought that I had to have huge amounts of money just sitting in a checking account in order to be able to do it. I also thought that it might be difficult to get a property rented. I went to a seminar put on by Rob and Ryan and learned differently on both fronts. Both Rob and Ryan were extremely responsive to any questions or concerns that I had. I went to the seminar in March, bought a property in April and closed in May. I had my property rented before I even closed. It was easier than I thought."
Michelle Heller
mheller@crosstelecom.com

"Ryan has been my realtor for two years. I have very good buying and selling experiences with him. He also helped me a lot with my rental questions on my rental property. He always returns my phone messages and voice messages promptly with knowledgeable answers. Recently, he sold my rental property in just ONE day with the fair market price, which is very impressive. He is a realtor who put his clients first. I am very happy to have him to help me with my real estate needs. Thank you "
Lei Sun
ldjsun@hotmail.com

"For anyone serious about increasing their net worth, I would strongly recommend checking out Ryan O'Neill's system of buying and holding single family homes as rental properties. He and his associate, Rob Bonahoom at Cornerstone Mortgage have a comprehensive approach that will teach you which properties to look for, how to finance them to break even or better, how to get them rented, and then continue to acquire properties as your equity grows. Their system is simple, financially sound and makes use of appreciating assets that have tax benefits all the while you own them. I found, purchased, financed, closed and rented out my first property with Ryan and Rob's team within a month of first meeting Ryan using the equity in my home for the down payment. Ryan and Rob have a professional approach that will take you through each step of the process. I'm looking forward to my next purchase with them."
Randall Garber, St Paul , MN
rgarber@netzero.com

"I am glad to have Phong to help my brother and I on our investment property purchases. Phong is a great resource for real estate investment. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated. He provides us with his inputs on the property condition, the location, the local rental condition, and comparative market analysis on how much the home is worth. We can leverage his experiences as he is also a real estate investor. He always makes himself available to us anytime and acquires any information we request related to the homes we are interested in. Another plus is his real estate team and its network. They conduct informational seminars that cover all different areas of real estate investment. They guide us in selecting good tenants and getting homes rented. They have a network of experts in many fields such as insurance, property management, mortgage broker, real estate lawyer, tenant screening service, and contractors. I am satisfied with his service and will continue to purchase more investment as well as owner occupied properties through him. "
Anthony
Anthony@BloomingtonHomeRental.com

"Nichole Fredrickson, or "Nikki" as I called her, did a fantastic job in helping me purchase a home. Over a couple months, she patiently listened and found exactly what I was looking for, made suggestions with me and my family in mind, and quickly made the purchase of my house a reality when we found "the one." Nikki is a fantastic advocate for both sellers and buyers alike and I recommend her to anyone in need of a realtor that will go the extra mile with customer satisfaction as her #1 priority. Thanks Nichole!"
Jennifer Fischer
Dundas, MN

"For anyone looking to learn more about real estate investing, Ryan O'Neill's system, is something not to pass on. My wife and I had thought about rental properties for a few years but didn't know where to start and had many questions. Ryan's seminar answered many of those questions and he was available whenever we have a questions or concern about the rental process. I would recommend Ryan and his team to anyone looking to learn more or start investing in rental properties right away."
Tim Cram
tim@timcram.com

"I have the history of the typical wanna be investor. I've spent years thinking about doing this, knowing it must be possible-somehow, hearing about successful people and the not so successful people, reading and hearing from "the masters" but mostly being warned that I do not want to do this. I am here to tell you that you do not have to be afraid. You will not have to spend thousands to get involved. Ryan and his team will guide you every step of the way, generously sharing the things they know and not letting you go ahead if you are not ready. They are unselfish and a great bunch to work with. Besides knowledge and experience (everyone on the team has rental properties) these people are of great character. You will be pleasantly surprised. The Twin Cities if very blessed to have the O'Neill team in our town and you will be blessed working with them. And so, with the ease of an experienced one, your journey will begin.

My journey began when I spotted this little ad in the Sunday Pioneer Press. Curious, I pulled up the web site and filled out the informational form which led to Rob at Cornerstone Mortgage. Meanwhile Ryan was inviting me to the seminars held at 350 Burnsville Parkway. I mention this only because it took me three attempts and 6 months to get to the first meeting ( I have problems). Ryan didn't let me slip through the cracks and kept in touch through e-mail, contiuning to invite me to other seminars and sending me the weekly ten tips. I think this shows his patience, persistence, mentoring and attention to detail. Soon thereafter, we met. I liked him immediately, especially his relaxed manner ( not slick). I could imagine the full plate he deals with and then when I found out more about his life, I was even more impressed and trusted him.

Now the "gameplan" was in place. A visit to the mortgage man, Rob. He gave me three options and recommeded one. I've already sent him my personal thank-you for his help and for the investing book he sent me. Ryan flooded my email with mls listings for a targeted type of single family home. I screened homes with another agent on Ryan's team, Victoria. She has rental property and serves the team well with her experience, energy and knowledge. I could tell she communicated well with Ryan. In June, I ended up buying a great first property and with comps well below value. My property was rented out before closing following the system that did work. He has a vested interest in your well being.

I am definitely recommeding the investment property guy. "
Bev Christiansen
BevC2002usa@msn.com

"Ryan was and still is great to work with. He is a great resource for the average investor. He pointed me in the right direction and gave me information I never would have received if it wasn't for him. He was always available to answer any questions and even kept in touch with me after the purchase to make sure my home got rented. His staff was also great to work with. They are very friendly and helpful. I would recommend to anyone who is looking get into real estate investing to call Ryan."
Jamie Newpower
jamesnewpower@yahoo.com

"It was refreshing to find such honesty and integrity in Phong, after a horrible experience listing our house with another real estate agent, through a different agency. We always knew what was happening the second Phong showed up & were never left in the dark. Every question or concern was answered thoroughly & completely. If we ever decide to sell our 4-plex in Minnesota we will be calling only you."
Gia Dao & Xuan Pham
thomasdao1@juno.com

"Raquel was a tremendous asset at the bargaining table. She was able to negotiate over 10% off of a reasonable asking price on the perfect condo for me. She was also able to provide a wealth of knowledge and advice, which was extremely valuable to me as a first-time homebuyer. I would recommend Raquel to anyone seeking a professional, driven realtor with a solid ability to 'close the deal.'"
J. Z.
phone # & email address given upon request

"We are writing to most highly recommend Raquel Haag as a realtor. We worked with Raquel during the summer/fall of 2007 as we were relocating from Milwaukee, WI to Minnesota. Our initial connection with Raquel was through her company’s website that we found accidentally when looking for Minnesota real estate on the internet. The company’s website was by far the most comprehensive and user friendly Minnesota real estate website we had found. From our initial contact, Raquel was responsive, sensitive, informative, pleasant, honest and hard working. She was able to make a long-distance house hunt simpler and less stressful. Raquel was accommodating to our schedules and brief house hunting trips to Minnesota. Not only was she willing and able to show us houses we had found ourselves on-line, but she also pointed us in the direction of areas and houses we had not before considered. She literally drove us from one end of the Twin Cities to the other! Raquel was our advocate throughout the offer, inspection and closing process. She was a pleasure to work with and we would highly recommend her as a real estate professional."
Paul and Joanna
pgjgc@yahoo.com

"I am a first time real estate investor. I have had a pleasant and friendly relationship with Bernie. I would strongly recommend him to my friends. He was reliable, punctual, knowledgeable, and met all my expectations. Well done and thanks a lot Bernie!"
Ramalingam Arumugam
N/A

""My experience working with Phong on purchasing my new home was excellent. He was very helpful and was always able to answer my questions. When he didn't have an answer, he would find the answer and give me a response very quickly. I felt very comfortable working with him and very confident with the purchase I made.""
Lisa Ly
elyza09@yahoo.com

"Phong Cao has been wonderful! He is the one person in our buying experience that held everything together and got things done. If we had any questions about anything, we knew if we called him he had an answer or got back to us and let us know the answer in a very timely manner. He helped me find the classes we needed to take to get our loan, especially when the loan officer was not available. He called us to check in and how our progress was going exactly when he said he would. He was aware of our situation with timing and finding a house before our baby was born and made everything happen. He made a very difficult journey a dream come true. Thank you Phong for making home ownership a positive experience even though we had some pitfalls."
Craig and Tammy Prado
Our67fastback@msn.com

"We recently sold our home with the help of Rob Reinke and Re/Max Advantage Plus. The ordeal we had anticipated became virtually painless with his guidance and professionalism. Rob never failed to immediately respond to our needs and was always willing to go the extra mile. He never failed to inform us of new developments. With his help our home sold much sooner and more satisfactorily than we had dared to hope for."
Dean and Linda Long

"Ryan, I wanted to let you know how pleased I have been with Adam Benedict. He has helped me so much by getting my family and I into a home. I have been a hard client to deal with, with my husband out of town and me doing everything. He has explained things very well to me and made me feel comfortable with this whole process. He is a great asset to your company. In the beginning when I was looking, he was right on top of everything. When I gave him a house I was interested in he made all the calls that he needed to and called me right back. I was very impressed. He would call me and then call my husband and explain it to him as well so we were all on the same page. I wanted to let you know how great our experience has been and let you know you have excellent staff! Thank you. Nikki and Dan Gruber"
Dan & Nikki Gruber
ngruber2@fairview.org

"To John Tschida: I really appreciate all your hard work on my behalf. In all honesty, I haven't met a realtor that was confronted with so many obstacles and still found a way to proceed! I suppose I am extra anxious because this will be my first investment purchase, but irrespective of the snags we've encountered, I still believe this property has good fundamentals for my investment goals and so I'm very happy to continue moving forward. Speaking in more general terms, I have been very pleased with your level of service in terms of realtor services and also investment property advice. I feel like you have been very forthcoming and truthful with me and that you've put my interests at the forefront of every decision we've made so far. I want to strive, in every transaction that I do, to treat it not as a transaction but hopefully as the beginning of a more meaningful long-term relationship. And so I appreciate all the time and effort you've spent to not only educate me but to work tirelessly to find me the best financial situation for this property. Thanks again. Jonathan"
Jonathan Bentz

"The ad went into the Pioneer Press on Sunday (for our rental property). We had about 20 calls total that weekend. Everyone showed, which was shocking to me and gave us quite a bit to work with. I even had to turn some away. We narrowed it down to 3 candidates and ended up going with the best work history and bank account. She was able to come in with first/last months rent and the 1,000 deposit. So, she's in for a year and we hope for the best!! I'm always on the lookout for clients for Ryan DeRoode! I'm happy to tell anyone about the great job he and the whole team, including Rob and Cheryl from Cornerstone Mortgage did for us!"
Lisa McNeal
limcneal@stewart.com

"We, like many first time home buyers, felt a bit lost in the beginning of our search. We had some idea of a price range and location but had little to no idea on where to start looking. Back in April we were fortunate enough to have met Rob. With just a phone call he had gone out of his way on a frosty evening to show us a townhouse, which turned out to be something we didn’t even like. Rob never once pressured us or tried to sell us on the property even before we expressed our dislikes. We were immediately impressed with his combination of casual friendliness and professionalism, and asked for his card.

Over the next six months we regularly communicated back and forth our various questions and status regarding our readiness to buy. We’d only met him once, but he still managed to make us feel important by returning our emails and calls almost instantaneously!

When we felt ready to start looking for homes we did so with added confidence, as Rob had given us many good tips along the way. He explained things clearly and honestly regarding the market, locations and resell value. He also steered us towards a great lender (who never once pressed an “ARM”!!) and whose customer service was a close second to what we experienced with Rob. He took great pains to match the search with our criteria to show us many viable options. In fact, Rob did so good of a job, that we found our home within the first weekend! And as always, we never felt pressured or cajoled through the entire experience.

We really appreciate the time and effort Rob spent on us. We love our townhouse, and are amazed at how painless the process became with Rob leading the way. Today, he continues to be of help even a month after the closing, and assures us that he’ll always be there with his lighting fast Email responses."
Derek and Kristen Ell

"My name is Bob, and I met Rob Reinke through Ryan O’Neill and the Minnesota's Real Estate Team. Ryan had set up a property search that automatically emailed new listings to me that met my criteria. When I saw some that I was interested in, Rob took me out to view them since he knew the area that I was looking in very well. These guys are really on the ball and connected. I once sent an email question and literally within 3 seconds from when I hit the send button my phone was ringing. I could not believe it! Thanks to the technology that these guys use with their cell phones they are really able to keep track of what is going on. Another time I left Rob a phone message and even though he was on vacation up North, he called me back immediately. These guys made my home buying experience very pleasant. Thanks Rob & the Minnesota's Real Estate Team!"
Bob Renz
rtrenzjr@comcast.net

"When my wife and I got started in real estate investing in the summer of 2005, neither of us knew anything about being a property manager and renting to tenants. With Rob Reinke's help and experience in real estate investing we learned the ropes quickly. I can honestly say that Rob’s knowledge of how to select the right property and get it rented along with some good financial planning, (by the way we did get our financing with Rob Bonahoom who was also very straight forward and helpful); our initial fears were put to rest quickly. When we are looking for another property in the future we will call on our team of real estate professionals. Thank you Rob R., Rob B. and Ryan O. "
John Baranuk
tiffanybaranuk@msn.com

"Phong has done an excellent job in helping us with our new home search and purchase. The whole process was taken care of with a maximum effort and accuracy level. Phong showed enthusiasm, professionalism, as well as a great overall knowledge of the area real estate. Jennifer and I are very happy customers and we highly recommend Phong and his team for taking care of your next home purchase. You made the entire process from house hunting to closing easy and enjoyable. Thanks for everything!"
Joseph Sexton
joesexton00@hotmail.com

"I’m a beginning homebuyer and investor. I can say from working with Rob Reinke and the Minnesota's Real Estate team it has been a wonderful experience. Their friendly service and helpful staff assisted me through the entire process of making my first home purchase. Always a phone-call or e-mail away, when I had questions, Rob and his team were there to answer them. In addition, when I began looking for properties, they were able to find the properties that met my criteria, in the areas I was looking for, and help me get financing for the property. If you’re a beginner like me and just starting out, I would recommend you to get in contact with Rob. His team will help you achieve your goal."
Kou Xiong
kxiong01@hotmail.com

"Phong Cao was very helpful in our search for a home. He took us to see many houses, and sometimes with little to no notice from our part. Phong was very patient in our long search; which took us months and months to find. He was able to answer many of our questions. What he didn't know, he took note, and reported to us immediately. All in all if it wasn't for him we would still be looking and may have settled for that "not-so-great" house."
Roberto Diaz Jr & Dana Nguyen
diazjr.roberto@gmail.com, nguyen.dana@gmail.com

"After attending a Minnesota's Real Estate Team seminar on single-family homes as an investment vehicle, I went to Rob Reinke, their North Suburb Market specialist for assistance in purchasing my first investment property. Rob and I toured multiple homes over a two week period, sometimes several in one day and sometimes "on the fly", ie calling sellers agents and getting in to see properties that same day, right off of “For Sale” signs in the area I was interested in. As an investor himself, Rob has developed an excellent feel for which properties would be good candidates for investments as well as a knowledge of the market in my area. We put in an offer that was accepted with minor changes. Within a month of starting with Rob and his Mn Real Estate Team, I owned a very nice maintenance-free, 5 bedroom, two bath split level in Shoreview. Rob took the photos for my website ad and I had renters all lined up before closing. I would strongly recommend Rob Reinke for his professionalism, work ethic and market knowledge as your buyer's agent. I know I'm going to work with Rob on my second investment home. "
Randall Garber
Rgarber@netzero.net

"Rob Reinke did a great job helping me find a townhouse. I was impressed by his responsiveness, always returning calls or emails within minutes, no matter what the time of day or night. He seemed to have a good idea of what I wanted early in the process and helped me find the best townhouse within my budget. There was never any pressure, just sound advice when I asked for it. I hope that I don’t have to move again anytime soon, but if I do, I’ll definitely want Rob to be my realtor again. John Andreini "
John Andreini

"Phong was a pleasure to work with. He showed us a variety of properties so we would understand what was on the market. Phong made himself available whenever we needed him to show us homes. Sometimes without very much notice. He wasn’t pushy at all. We made our purchase on our timeframe without any pressure. If it wasn’t for Phong, we would still be looking for a home now. He was very knowledgeable about all he had to offer for us and if we saw something when we were out and about he made sure he found out any information he could about it right then. I would recommend Phong to anyone that’s looking to buy or sell real estate. Thanks Phong for helping us out!"
Tinh Tran
ttinh01@aol.com

"We purchased our second rental property with Rob Reinke's expert guidance. He was patient, flexible, and worked with us every step of the way. His service did not stop even after the closing! We highly recommend working with Rob Reinke. He will get our business when we purchase our next property. "
Jeff and Nancy Clusiau
jeffreyclusiau@mac.com

"First impressions are very important to me and the first call to a realtor would have been a "make or break" deal: Adam had me hooked. I wasn't really thinking about buying my own place but continuing to pay rent just seemed ridiculous. So just for fun, I searched a bit on the internet. I filled several contact information on various websites and before I knew it, Adam Maas had contacted me and we were chatting away. Of course, I had asked as many questions I could come up with, perhaps purposely testing Adam's patience level but he was extremely patient in answering all my questions. By the time we started looking at condominiums together, I couldn't believe it was actually happening. He continually reassured me from the start that he was "looking out for my best interest". And he did. My husband is a student and we are a one-income family. I didn't think we could buy a place with our small loan but Adam helped us find a wonderful place even within our tight budget. Through the entire process, approving the loan to closing the deal, Adam was incredible. He was extremely accessible as though he has his Blackberry glued to his hand! All hours of the day, even during the weekends, I could call him to check up on our status (that is, if he hadn't first called us!) or just to vent my frustrations about life. Adam was, and is, so personable and just loved to help in any way possible. He's honest, smart and passionate about work and life! My favorite thing about working with Adam was that he NEVER pressured us and I felt he treated us as he would a million-dollar home buyer. My husband and I have only lived in Minnesota for almost two years now but I wish we had a larger network of friends and family so we could refer them to Adam. Thank you Adam from the bottom of our hearts. Can't wait to work together again for our next home!"
Jeanah & Paul (St. Louis Park, MN)
jeanahcho@hotmail.com

"Ryan, Jacq, and Doug, Thank you all for helping me sell my house. It has been a pleasant experience. I will be glad to be reference or to come back to your team for help in the future. Your team did a wonderful job. "
N. Chu

"Dan helped us buy our second rental property near the end of November. He was extremely helpful throughout the process and was always available to answer questions. Due to my schedule at the time, we were finding it a little difficult to find time to view properties, so Dan went so far as to pre-screen houses for me. He viewed all of the homes in the area and price range I was interested in and then sent me the three he felt were the best. We then went to look at them and found one that we negotiated a deal on and then closed. New tenants moved in the end of December and I already feel better about this property than the first one we bought because of Dan and the Investment Property Guys system. I would recommend Dan and plan to work with him and the other "guys" again in the future."
Tim Dawson
timdawson@earthlink.net

"Ryan, Thank you and really appreciated the help and comittment from your team. It has been a great experience working with you and Dan for helping me out on the first experience of rental life. I will be looking to add another property by mid-year this year and would work with Dan again."
Surya Shakya
suryashakya@hotmail.com

"Phong was very helpful in the buying of our first home for my wife and I. As a first-time home buyer we did not know what was all involved in the process and Phong was crucial in laying out to us the entire process. He made himself readily available and was happy to show us homes, working around our schedules. Phong was especially helpful in keeping contact with the seller’s realtor. He was persistent with them and did a wonderful job of keeping us informed and keeping open the lines of communication. I would strongly recommend choosing Phong as a realtor and taking advantage of his determination to help his clients. "
Don Boomsma
donboomsma@hotmail.com

"My experience with Phong was a very pleasurable one. I got to work another agent when looking for a house but I did not feel that I was being listened to. The most noticeable difference to me was Phong availability. Whenever I a new listing came out that fit my wants he was there showing it. I got to also get tips on the different financing available. I did not feel pressured and I also work to give me decisive advices in this decision of a lifetime. I do really appreciate all the realestate tips emails and articles. Thanks again for making my search such a great and fulfilling experience. I would greatly recommend him to anybody new to this business!!!"
Baye Diouf
bayed@msn.com

"My experience work with Phong on purchasing my new home was excellent. He was very helpful and was always able to answer my questions and when he didn't have an answer, he would find the answer and give me a response very quickly. I felt very comfortable working with him and very confident with the purchase I made.""
Lisa Ly
elyza09@yahoo.com

"We sincerely thank Phong for helping us sell our house. Phong did an excellent job of marketing, negotiating and informing us throughout the whole process of selling. We knew that the market was slow but we were so impressed with The Minnesota’s Real Estate Team’s marketing efforts that we were confident that our house would sell. Everything worked out in the end to our satisfaction. Thank you Phong for all your hard work. We will not hesitate to refer you to our friends and family if they need to buy or sell real estate."
Xuan & Lyna Ly