Colleen Ratzlaff LaBeau

For Colleen, president of Ratzlaff Homes, Inc., trust is the single most imrtant part of any relationship. She extends that trust to her employees, her subcontractors, and of course, her clients. Colleen earns the trust of her buyers from the beginning. First, she doesn't always sell someone who walks in the door. Generally, clients will have between four and eight meetings before getting a signed purchase agreement. "I want to make sure they feel good about building," she says, "and about what they're building." Colleen also encourages prospective clients to contact her past customers. "We have a list of over two hundred buyers' names that we actively give people to call." Why use Colleen Ratzlaff LaBeau as your Realtor?/strong>

li>"2009 Realtor of the Year" Recognition for commitment to real estate as well as community involvement. li>2005 REALTOR OF THE YEAR! li>Colleen works real estate full-time "plus" and makes it her commitment to a career. li>Colleen has 3 assistants, available for your needs with over 24 years of combined experience in the real estate industry. li>Colleen's husband Tom LaBeau was licensed in 1976 and was a remodeler for seven years. li>Colleen is extremely knowledgeable in new construction from the ground up, as well as helping you design a home that suits your needs and also helps you take precautions for a better resale value. li>Colleen specializes in helping a buyer choose an existing home or to build a new one - whichever fits the buyer's needs and wants the best. li>An expert in marketing existing homes, Colleen takes the extra steps you need to get the highest sible dollar in the shortest sible market time. Ask her about her extensive Marketing Program for more details. li> She works with well-known mortgage lenders and title companies to get you the best sible financing and service you need. li>Colleen has her GRI and CRS designation, having taken that extra step to better educate herself and her clients in the real estate market. li>Colleen is proud of her service in the home building industry as well as in existing home sales. She would be happy to give you a list of her past clients un your request.

Tom LaBeau

Tom combines over 35 years of real estate sales, new construction and remodeling experience to deliver a unique combination of marketing skills and product knowledge that maximizes your advantage in today's market.

Tom's dedication to his business and pursuit of excellence is exemplified in his "CRS" designation. He takes great pride in being one of only 4% of realtors nationwide to earn this designation.

Outstanding service to all of his clients is the reason Tom has been the recipient of numerous sales awards and is ranked nationally in the top 1% of all realtors.

Tom specializes in buyer and seller representation and has extensive experience with REO's and investment properties.

Tom, together with his full-time licensed assistant Elaine, ensure his clients receive first class, personal service with attention to detail and guaranteed satisfaction.

Expect the best when you choose Tom! Just ask his past clients

Elaine Terpening

Elaine began her career in the real estate field in 1991. Since 1995, Elaine has been a licensed real estate agent and Executive Administrative Assistant. With her 19 plus years of diverse experience and extensive real estate knowledge, Elaine is an indispensable part of LaBeau & Associates. As a licensed assistant to Tom and Colleen LaBeau, her talents are utilized to create marketing and advertising promotions, maintain websites, promote properties and perform daily follow-up to ensure a perfect end result for every client Outside of working at the LaBeau office, Elaine focuses on her four children and a grandson. She is actively involved in her church as a pianist, cantor and a member of the choir. Reading, traveling, srts and outdoor activities are among the things she enjoys in her free time.

Rick Bjorklund

Rick has been a licensed Real Estate agent in Minnesota since 2007. He specializes in the Twin Cities market and the surrounding area, but can help anywhere in the State of Minnesota. Together with LaBeau and Associates, Rick is able to provide services including existing home sales, new construction, design services and buyer representation. Rick's work ethic shows in all that he does. From prompt resnses, to the high level of communication needed during any real estate transaction. Rick's clients' satisfaction is his top priority. Whether you are looking for your first home, are a seasoned investor or an empty-nester looking to downsize, please think of Rick as your "Real Estate Resource For Life". When Rick is not helping clients find and sell homes, he enjoys spending time with his wife Danielle and two boys, Bryce and Cameron. Together they love to travel, volunteer in their community, attend boy scout outings, have family get-togethers, bonfires, and just relax at home. Rick would love to share his passion, knowledge and experience in real estate while helping you buy or sell your dream home!