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Jeremy06233
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan did a great job smoothing out buyer difficulties late in the process. His knowledge and professionalism were greatly appreciated. He was continuously available and listened to our needs.
Janetnewberg
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was our realtor for both the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new one in the summer of 2022. WOW! What a fabulous job this young man did for us. As buyers, he listened closely to what we were looking for, and set up showings for homes that met our parameters! For each and every home we visited, he carefully inspected each property with us and pointed out all of the pluses AND minuses for each home. We bought our new home in a HOT market, and Ryan expertly guided us through the offer process and helped us get a signed purchase agreement on the house we wanted! As for the sale of our former home, Ryan went above and beyond in helping us prepare our house for sale, and marketing it to prospective buyers. He even hired a DRONE to provide prospective buyers with aerial footage of our house and property! He worked with us to set a sales price that would lead to a good number of buyers touring our house. On the FIRST day our house went live on the MLS, we had 10 different showings, resulting in 6 different offers. We ended up selling the house for $50,000 OVER our asking price! Ryan is a rock star at what he does! We can't recommend him enough!
Brownsonm
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIED5 year update: Ryan helped us get a good price for our first home and got us into the new home we wanted. He's still as knowledgeable and hardworking as ever.
Benita K.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDMy husband and I had very short notice of where we were going to be moving for my new job. Within minutes of finding out where we were moving, we gave Ryan a call and he had a few houses lined up for us to see within a couple of hours! The housing market was rough for buyers at the time, we lost a couple of offers. But Ryan worked his magic and was able to schedule us THREE showings hours before other buyers had the chance to compete with us. We were able to get an accepted offer that way, and we couldn't be happier with the house we now call home. Ryan is great to work with, he is realistic, very knowledgeable in his profession, and a great advocate for his clients. He proved to be patient- we ran into long, unexpected delays when buying a home during a pandemic. It was also very convenient he is credentialed to work in MN and WI, too. We will be moving in a couple of years and definitely plan on working with Ryan again!
Chengcha52
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI highly recommend Ryan Bretzel as a realtor to anyone who is in the market. He is a very honest realtor, who is also very patient with his clients. He is a one of a kind realtor who dedicated his work to all his clients by making sure they like what they buy. I would definitely use Ryan Bretzel over and over again if I can buy more houses in the future! Please reach out to him if you or your family member is in the market.
CWaterC
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI would highly like to recommend Ryan as a realtor. I recently sold a home and purchased a home while working with Ryan this past year. From the very beginning Ryan was very knowledgeable about the process, had suggestions to improve the look of the home, very open to my feedback, and had a detailed pamphlet of his history and marketing strategies. Ryan is always readily available, responds back and any time to ensure he answers your questions, and suggests ongoing strategies. Ryan has been a great realtor in the process and has become a great friend. Ryan goes above and beyond his realtor duties and continues to follow up even after the sale of the home. Per my experience, I would highly recommend Ryan for his professionalism, follow up, thinking outside the box, marketing strategies, and ongoing relationship if you are considering whom to select as a realtor.
Beepmack6
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan has been our realtor for six years now. Helped us buy our house and six years later sell our rental. Both went very well. There's always some bumps in the raid but he handles them very well. Have no complaints what so ever. Would recommend for any realastate needs.
Jmglab2
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI sold my home in July, 2019. I highly recommend Ryan for anyone that is planning on buying or selling a home. He made the process very easy for me as a single mother trying to get through the process, he basically took care of everything. As far as communication, you won't find any better. Regardless of day or night, if i contacted him, he made himself available and answered any questions. I also used Ryan for house hunting. Whenever I found a house i wanted to see, his response was quick and he made himself available to show any house, typically within 48 hours. And he was very patient with me and my indecisiveness. A 4* realtor!
User5944868
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan is incredibly knowledgeable of the Stillwater area and the market of the area. He is friendly and works with you to ensure a smooth process. We used him to both buy a new home and sell ours and came out with positive outcomes in both instances! We were surprised how easy selling ur home could be and came out with an offer above listing within hours of listing our home. We would recommend him and his services to anyone who asks.
Mcrissjr
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan is phenomenal. As first time buyers he had all the answers. The man must work 48 hour days if all of his clients get this good of treatment. Always available immediately to meet, view homes, and do contracts. Great guy as well.
Blackfordkj
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI purchased my home in May 2017 and Ryan was my primary Realtor. He was great to work with. Took the time to answer my many questions via phone or e-mail. Responded in a timely manner. He was also always in a warm/friendly mood whenever he showed me houses.
Landin R.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI highly recommend Ryan for anyone looking to buy or sell a home. He is a genuine guy who is going to give you a realistic and honest opinion on each house you view. He has a lot of experience with buying/selling homes and he uses that experience to provide a deeper insight into the home you are buying and everything that comes with it. He isn't focused on pushing a sale, but rather on his clients satisfaction throughout the process. He will do everything he can to ensure that the process goes smoothly and is extremely easy to work with. I recommend him to anyone that is currently in the housing market or will be in the future.
Carolron 1.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was not the first person we contacted to sell our home in Stillwater. The first person we contacted did not return our call. When we first met Ryan, he was enthusiastic and anxious to help us sell right away. He started the selling process immediately. Durning the selling process, he and his teams response was immediate. No waiting. Carol and I would recommend Ryan as your realitor.
IngridAraujo
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDIngrid And Joe From Maplewood MnRyan Bretzel is excellent and a great Realtorhe is very professional and honest realtor.us on buying new home with Him.us have a excellent experience with Ryan BretzelRyan sold us home, and us buyer a new home with Ryan.if you looking to buy and sell your home, us recommend Ryan BretzelThanks Ryan Bretzel us very happy in the new home...He is very persistent, professional and a great person.
Brownsonm
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDGreat to work with, very helpful and knowledgeable. Helped me find as perfect a house as I could afford :) As others mentioned, super easy to communicate with and reach whenever. Called me Easter Sunday to let me know my offer had been accepted. Very diligent about hounding the seller and title company so we could close on time.Definitely recommend.
Tkbeauch816
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDI would recommend Ryan to my family and friends in a heartbeat. He was not in a hurry to find me just any home, but to find one that I would be happy with. I could reach him pretty much any time throughout the day and he would respond very quickly. In addition, Ryan is not only knowledgable about the real estate market, but also about homes themselves and what to look for, etc. His recommendations on who to work with for financing, home improvements, etc. also turned out to be very good. The entire search through closing was a great experience thanks to Ryan...
Grlanger
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan did a great job helping us secure our new home and selling our old one. He and Lisa were very supportive and responsive to our questions and needs. Our home was listed with great pictures which he updated as we made a few changes. While we didn't sell as quickly as we had thought due to market changes, the final deal was very good and we could make a smooth transition to our townhouse. Ryan was there at all times of day and night to help us get the best offer and help us with the process. We recommend Ryan Bretzel very highly.
AmberZenner
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe looked for our first home for a year and a half. Ryan was very patient with us while touring many homes that weren't quite right for us. He was very flexible and was able to show houses to us during the evening so we didn't have to take time off from work. He responds quickly to emails, which worked better for us with our hectic schedules. He was incredibly quick to respond/look into things when we needed him to- he worked with us up until midnight one night I think after we put an offer on our current home. The thing I liked most about working with Ryan was his knowledge on construction and home maintenance. As first-time home buyers, we didn't know a lot about what to look for or ask questions about. Ryan was very detail-oriented when we were touring homes, looking at the furnace, etc. and the construction of the house- things we would not have known to look for or even know what we were looking at in the first place. He was very honest throughout the process, and wanted us to make an informed decision. We are so happy with our home purchase, and I am glad we waited it out to find the right home for us.
Sharalds
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDMy wife and I would highly recommend Ryan Bretzel to be your realtor. We were looking for our second home, one that would allow us more space for our growing family and two dogs. Ryan was quick to answer all of our questions, came prepared with homes to see, was patient while we looked at a number of different places and really listened to our feedback to make sure we were seeing homes that fit our needs/desires.When it came to selling our former house he was upfront and honest. We knew we were selling in a down market and he was very clear as to what our expectations should be. He did the market research to show us what other homes were selling in our area and based on that information we felt confident in what we were asking. He did a great job marketing the house and we were able to sell it reasonably fast and we felt good about the offer we did take.Ryan is business oriented when he needs to be but also a very social personable person. I think that's what makes working with him so easy to do. We've even remained friends with Ryan and have gotten to know his wife and family a bit as well.If you are looking for a more personal relationship with your realtor, one where you know your realtor is going to go above and beyond and really look out for your best interests give Ryan a call.
Laura520
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan Bretzel is one of the most diligent, hard-working professionals I've come across in quite some time. At the time he helped us purchase our home, he was on a team that also sold our previous abode, and while he didn't have to, it was Ryan who set up the Open House and touched base regularly with us to see how the process was going. Once we had an offer in hand and could look into buying ourselves, Ryan entertained all of our interests (more than 25 viewings), shared some he felt matched ours as well and ultimately gave us sound advice in the final process and at the closing table. He also facilitated a new mortgage company for us, by way of introduction. He came prepared to every interaction we had with him and even took a call while we knew he was on vacation. I would (and have) recommended Ryan for anyone finding themselves in need of a new home, selling a home, renting or anything in between.
Loeff040
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was very easy to work with. He was very flexible in working around our schedule to view homes. His communication was excellent as he was quick to respond to any phone call we made or any text message we sent.
Kimloe11
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe worked with Ryan to buy our first house. He was very helpful in explaining all the ins and outs of home buying and ownership. He worked around my husband's crazy schedule and was able to show us a ton of houses on the fly. Ryan was not only knowledgable but he was very honest about how much work would need to be done to each home. We started off looking for a fixer upper and Ryan found us a completely updated home under budget! Not only did he negotiate a great price but after our mortgage company told us we had to come up with over $4000 to cover the amount over the appraised home value just two days before closing, he was able to negotiate with the sellers a lower price! I would recommend Ryan to any and all of my friends and family looking to buy and sell.
User9774129
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan's a great realtor. I think his strengths are his honest opinion when viewing a home, his patience with all parties, and contract negotiation. He does his homework on the area and helps you write an offer that is good for you - but also likely to be accepted by the seller. I particularly appreciate his carpentry background when evaluating the construction quality and what will need repairs in coming years. I have used him myself to buy a home and refer my clients to him with confidence.
Mitchirwin2!
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan's a great realtor. I think his strengths are his honest opinion when viewing a home, his patience with all parties, and contract negotiation. He does his homework on the area and helps you write an offer that is good for you - but also likely to be accepted by the seller. I particularly appreciate his carpentry background when evaluating the construction quality and what will need repairs in coming years. I have used him myself to buy a home and refer my clients to him with confidence.
C W.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe met Ryan at an open house and were instantly impressed with his easy going, friendly style. We worked with him on and off for a year or two while we saved up for a down payment. Ryan never pressured us and he always responded to our questions promptly. As our home search evolved from foreclosed bargain shopping to different neighborhoods and price ranges, Ryan was very helpful in sorting our which house issues were easy to fix and which were potentially big money pits.Finally, as new home buyers, the negotiation and closing process is pretty complex, but Ryan was a good guide through that experience as well. We have and will continue to recommend Ryan to friends and family.
Andriabna
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe highly recommend Ryan Bretzel to all of our family, friends and neighbors who are looking to sell or buy a home. We were searching for a home for 3 years and used another agent but got no where. The agent did not understand our particular needs and we spent a lot of time looking . We finally went with Ryan and we found a house within a couple of months! He is terrific--very personable, reliable and encouraging--qualities you want in a realtor who has your best interest at heart.
User1191428
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was great to work with. He was very helpful and willing to answer questions and the whole process went very smoothly. We also appreciated that he really seemed to want what was best for us, even if it meant not closing a deal as quickly. (He was even willing to keep an appointment while his wife was in labor! We didn't make him...) We would definitely work with him again.
User5317699
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was extremely helpful with the purchase of our first home. He was attentive to our needs and was able to be flexible with our schedules. His knowledge about various home construction and maintenance was invaluable throughout the process. He is highly recommended!
ErinFoley84
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe bought our first home in 2012. I was most impressed by the fact that I never felt uncomfortable, or inexperienced even though it was all so new to us. I felt like we had all the information we needed to make the decision to buy our house. Ryan was fun to work with, and my husband and I loved spending time with him through the process. He guided us when we were frustrated due to lots of buyer competition, and he advised us to make sure we didn't overpay because of impatience. Through the process, he gave us recommendations for our mortgage professional, insurance agent, and inspector. All were GREAT, especially Matt Royer. I highly recommend Ryan Bretzel!
Michael S.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan worked with us for over two years as we debated building a new home or buying an existing one. Once we decided to build, Ryan handled 8 rounds of offers and counters on the lot for our new home and worked to get us the best possible deal. We were thrilled with his attention to detail and ability to negotiate hard for us. We have, and will continue to, recommend Ryan to others.
Mark560
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDIncredibly knowledgeable on all aspects of housing--construction, pricing, etc.--and a tremendous worker, Ryan is the best! He goes all out to sell your home and, for those looking for one, listens and learns to zero in on just the right place.
ShaunaPeterson B.
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDWe bought our first house from Ryan in February of 2008. Being first time home buyers we had a lot to learn, Ryan was fantastic in walking us through the entire process and was very patient with us along the way. We just celebrated 6 years in our home and Ryan continues to stay connected to us. His expertise, knowledge and connections will be an asset to any one looking to buy a home.
AmyEkberg
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan was very knowledgeable on a variety of facets that made purchasing a foreclosed home easy and straight forward and gave me peace of mind that I was making the right choice. Ryan knew the area in St. Paul that I was looking for well, and offered several house options within my price range. He was available for the home inspection to learn more about the house and ask the inspector pertinent questions. (Ryan was unrelated to the inspector.) He also offered me several options that I was unaware of as I was figuring out my financing and my regular mortgage and tax payments. He also provided background on the corporation that owned my foreclosed property that helped me anticipate potential roadblocks. Since I have purchased my home, Ryan has offered advice on renting it out and regularly sent out e-mails with regards to the housing market in my area as well as pertinent topics to me as a home owner.
Wmiller55428
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDHelped a very nervous first time buyer {me} buy a home. Was very responsive to my concerns and questions. The whole process went without a hitch! My home was one of 7 we looked at. I wanted it right away, however, he encouraged me to look at others, which I did, and I do not regret buying my home at all.
Mickeymousegirl
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDVery helpful, Ryan was very quick getting back to us via phone, email or text throughout the whole process. He was very helpful to us being first time buyers, we had many questions and needed advice from time to time and he was very knowledgable and steered us in the right direction.!
ShannonCoyne
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan not only helped us sell our home (sold in 24 hours) but patiently helped us find one as well. He was extremely professional and always available. We would recommend him anytime.
Clystiekim
Review for Member: Ryan Bretzel
ZillowVERIFIEDRyan not only helped us sell our home (sold in 24 hours) but patiently helped us find one as well.He was extremely professional and always available. We would recommend him anytime.