MN-Houses, Member of the #1 RE/MAX® team in Minnesota 2011

Brian Carion:  MN-Houses Team Leader & Realtor, RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Brian Carion, owner and creator of MN-Houses.com, is a 6-year member of the #1 RE/MAX^® team in Minnesota (2006-2010).  He is a real estate agent that created MN-Houses in 2009 to cater specifically to the northeastern suburbs of the St. Paul - Minneapolis, Minnesota.  Since its inception, Brian has expanded MN-Houses to cover the complete 13-county Twin Cities metropolitan area and all Minnesota MLS listings.  Where volume of transactions is what we're ranked by, quality and customer service is what we're driven by.  Uncompromising ethics and devotion to our clients are what continues to foster our growth and past client referrals.

Brian is a professional Realtor®, Mechanical Engineer, and Real Estate Instructor in St. Paul, MN who holds his Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Michigan.  Before transitioning full-time into real estate, he spent 10 years as a medical device design engineer at two prominent medical device companies in Minneapolis/St. Paul.  Brian has an extensive background in home sales spanning Single-Family Homes, Multi-Family Homes, Luxury Homes, Property Rehabbing, Property Management, Landlording, and Real Estate Instructing in various Community Education Programs. He also owns and manages several single-family rental homes. Brian effectively utilizes his mechanical engineering background, home improvement know-how, and sales experience to help both buyers and sellers make wise and strategic decisions during their real estate transaction process. 

Brian enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, where Como Zoo has become a weekend staple!  And when time permits, Brian likes to sneak out for a bicycle ride on the roads of Washington County.  Please feel free to contact Brian Carion directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (651-324-1316).

Amber James:  MN-Houses Team Assistant

Amber James serves as the main customer interface and coordinator for MN-Houses.  She makes the first touch with each customer to learn how we can provide the best and most-valued assistance.  Her light and friendly personality is a welcome for anyone buying or selling a home.  Amber has more than 15 years experience in marketing and customer service, and she is a valued team member who is truly a delight to work with.  She grew up in Mahtomedi, MN, and currently resides in Grant Twp, MN.  Amber deserves most of the credit for making MN-Houses such a recognized and organized real estate team.  Please feel free to contact Amber James directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (651-600-4047).

Heather Rectenwal:  Realtor & Home Staging Expert (RE/MAX Adv Plus)

MN-Houses is very proud to have Heather as part of our team!  She is a dedicated Realtor and the Owner/CEO of ReVampit Home Staging, Inc which caters to home selling preparation.  Her home staging work with ReVampit has been featured in several marketing magazines, such as Executive Properties and Builders Inquiry, and she has been featured on The MN Real Estate Radio Show (KTLK FM100.3) monthly for the past four years advising listeners on the best ways to prepare their home for selling.  She has done numerous presentations for both real estate agents and the general public on importance and equity preservation home staging brings forth.  Furthermore,  she works with home sellers, relocation companies and investors.  Heather has several past clients that she now helps with general interior design of their new home.

Through personal experience and familiarity with the real estate industry, Heather has noticed a need for assisting elderly parents transition to more retirement-friendly living accommodations; thus her passion to begin a related company...New Beginnings, Simple Solutions.  Heather has moved both of her parents from their home of over 20 years.  Having coped with her own mother's passing, she knows firsthand the sadness and stress involved with parental transitions.  Her father and step-mother moved from a larger, multi-level home into a one-level townhome which brought on new challenges altogether.  Please feel free to contact Heather Rectenwal directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (612-387-8966).

Dan Baltzer:  Realtor, RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Dan holds a Master’s degree in Organization Development from the University of St. Thomas, and has worked in the Human Capital field nearly 10 years with a recent focus on change management. Dan knows how to bring people through change and make order from what can be chaos, and he has hands-on experience as a real estate investor to help both buyers and sellers make great decisions during their real estate transaction process. Dan is known for his laugh and authentic enjoyment of life. Currently, Dan lives in the metro area with his wife and four young children. Please feel free to contact Dan Baltzer directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (612-217-1556).

Tony D'Agostino:  Realtor, RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Tony grew up in St. Anthony, Minnesota and currently resides in Blaine with his wife Amy and their sons Jack & Tyler. Tony carries 12 years of real estate experience and has had the privilege of helping hundreds of buyers and sellers turn their dreams into reality. Tony is an expert in residential real estate spanning everything from townhomes & condos to luxury homes & investor transactions.  Communication, Commitment and Knowledge have been the keys to success for Tony.  He feels buying or selling a home is likely the biggest investment a person will make, and he is going to be there every step of the way to ensure a smooth transaction.  In his free time, Tony enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing golf, fishing, and cheering on the Minnesota sports teams.  Tony secretly wants everyone to know that he recently hit a "hole in one" while out enjoying a team golfing event!  Please feel free to contact Tony D'Agostino (aka "Tony D") directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (612-636-0854).

Bob Haft:  Home Loan Consultant, Caliber Funding

Adding to the balance of the MN-Houses team, Bob carries 9 years of professional experience in the mortgage industry.  He is a detail-oriented person with a passion for customer service, and he is motivated by the opportunity to achieve excellence for his customers.  Bob is more than just a loan consultant.  He is one of the few loan officers around that will travel to meet with prospective clients, build rapport and trust, and then coach them in preparation leading up to their home purchase or refinance.  There are so many loan underwriting restrictions in today's market, and Bob time and again helps his customers smoothly navigate this traverse terrain.  

At MN-Houses, we bring forth "world class talent".  No lie here...very few know this fact about Bob (because he is very humble), but Bullshooter magazine rated Bob as the #1 soft-tip dart player in the world in 2000 & 2001!!  Despite having traveled the world over competing in various tournaments, Bob chose to settle down back here in Minnesota to raise a beautiful family to which he is very dedicated.  Please feel free to contact Bob Haft directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (612-803-2100)  

Steven Webb:  Home Loan Consultant, American Mortgage & Equity Consultants, Inc.

During his 11 years in the mortgage industry, Steven Webb has accumulated intimate knowledge of the multitude of mortgage products available today. Steven specializes in working with First Time Home Buyers, FHA loans, VA loans, and Minnesota Housing Finance loans.  Throughout his career in the mortgage industry, Steven has earned a reputation of listening to and delivering to his client’s needs. He believes that a win-win for the client is a win-win for everyone. And Steven knows all about winning!! He won over 100 organized BMX bicycle races in the 70s and 80s...in a bike racing career that spanned 6 years.  In his spare time, Steven loves spending time with his two kids (Samantha & Isaac) and chasing the elusive Musky on the lakes of Minnesota.

Applying for a home loan can be a stressful process. Let Steven's experience and knowledge help guide you through the process smoothly. He prioritizes his clients' best interests, and matches each borrower with a loan program that best suits their individual and future financial goals.  Please feel free to contact Steven Webb directly, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (651-698-2801)  

Prompt and genuine communication is MN-Houses' top priority, so please contact us if you have specific real estate related questions.  We're here to help, guide, and share our knowledge!  Email or call MN-Houses at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 651-600-4047.  We're looking forward to hearing from you!