Twin Cities Real Estate, Minneapolis St Paul Home Buying and Selling

If you are buying or selling a home in the Twin Cities, you need a clear plan before you start. The Minneapolis St Paul market varies widely depending on location, price range, and home condition. What works in one area may fail in another. Understanding how to price, prepare, and compete across the metro is what drives results. I help buyers and sellers across the Twin Cities make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Text me if you want to talk through your goals.

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📍 Lakeville, MN • Serving Lakeville • Burnsville • Bloomington

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Minneapolis | St. Paul Real Estate Agent
Who Makes Selling Simple-

I’m Tom Sommers—Lakeville-based with 23+ years of experience helping buyers and sellers move fast and confidently.
If you want clear communication, strong negotiation, and a plan that works, you’re in the right place.

23+ years helping Twin Cities families buy & sell
200+ five-star reviews
Local expertise in pricing, negotiation, and marketing (including social media)

For Sellers:

A pricing + marketing plan designed to create urgency and strong offers.

Pricing strategy built from local comps
Prep guidance: photos, staging, timing
Intense social media marketing campaign with over 60,000 followers
Negotiation to protect your net

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For Buyers:

Win the home you want with smart terms, tight strategy, great negotiation, and calm guidance.

Offer strategy for today’s market (including creative contingencies)
Plan to minimize risk
Inspection & appraisal game plan
Local insights on neighborhoods & value

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What Clients Say-

“Tom is one of the most hardworking, flexible, easy-going and trustworthy realtors in the Midwest (THE best in our experience.) In a difficult Twin Cities market at a competitive price point, Tom made our first home buying experience in Lakeville fun, explained everything thoroughly and was with us every step of the way until we found the one. If you’re looking for a realtor to make the process as easy and fun as possible, go with Tom!”

Autumn V.

“I highly recommend Tom Sommers as a real estate agent. His dedication, expertise, professionalism, attention to detail and his easy communication made a very stressful out-of-state purchase more peaceful than you can imagine. Tom, understood how integral the sale of my existing home and the purchase of a new home were contingent on each other so, he took the time to review and interview the agents I was considering locally and helped me find a great selling agent while he looked for my new home in the Twin Cities. Tom has many skills that far exceed the average agent. His video tours are superb and he is extremely knowledgeable of the market. Last spring, the market was tough, inventory small and buyers, like me, were making multiple offers on the same home. Tom took the time to truly understand what I was looking for. He listened to my needs and priorities. Since I was unable to travel to look at properties, he was my eyes. His attention to detail is everything you could wish for in a realtor. From research, negotiations, and paperwork, and a phenomenal support team, Tom guided me through every step with clear explanations and constant communication, making me feel confident and peaceful throughout the process. My homestead, in the Austin metro, sold in seven days and was closing in twenty. Tom’s dedication to finding me the perfect home was beyond the call of duty and working with my TX realtor, was able to create the ultimate outcome.

I was miraculously able to close on one home and purchase my new home on the same day. If you’re looking for a realtor who is a true professional with real integrity, more than twenty years of experience and has an exceptional work ethic, a great sense of humor, and someone you can truly trust, then look no further, You’ve found it in Tom Sommers.”

Leslie V.

“I had an amazing experience working with Tommy Sommers! From the very beginning, he made the entire process of selling my home seamless and stress-free. I was letting go of my very first home. Tommy was incredibly understanding of the emotions that come along with that and gave me empathy, patience, and laughs! He took the time to understand my needs and provided expert advice on pricing, staging, and marketing. He’s very honest which helped build that trust from the very beginning. He’s also is very passionate about educating you along the way and I learned so much from him. My house sold faster than I expected and for more than I anticipated. Tommy’s communication is everything you would want. He kept me updated every step of the way and he was always available to answer questions. I can’t say enough good things about Tommy or my experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better partner and highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell a home. He will be my realtor for future and the one I refer to others!”

Melissa C.

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TWIN CITIES REAL ESTATE GUIDE
BUYING OR SELLING IN MINNEAPOLIS ST PAUL AND SURROUNDING AREAS

TWIN CITIES HOME SELLER FAQ

What is the biggest mistake sellers are making right now

Overpricing and poor preparation.

You do not get a second chance at a first impression.

If your home is not ready on day one

Clean
Functional
Well presented

Buyers move on fast.

If you are thinking about selling
Text me and I will walk your home and show you exactly what to fix

What price ranges are moving fastest in the Twin Cities

Single family homes under 400K are moving fast.

What is slowing down

Condos with high association fees
Townhomes getting too close in price to single family homes

Most buyers prefer a single family home if they can afford it.

If you want to know where your home fits
Text me and I will break it down for you

What homes are sitting across the metro right now

Homes that need work or are overpriced.

Example

One home in Columbia Heights had 22 offers in 48 hours.
Five others nearby sat for 80 plus days with no offers.

Same market.

Different condition and pricing.

If your home is not selling
There is always a reason

Text me and I will tell you exactly what is holding it back

What should every seller fix before listing

Start with the basics.

Doors that close properly
Working lights and switches
Good water pressure
Cabinets that function

Buyers notice everything.

They will not fix it later.
They will just skip your home.

If you want a full checklist
Text me and I will send it to you

What should every seller do before listing

Start with a plan.

Understand your timeline
Know where you are moving
Review your market

Then prepare the home.

You do not need to overspend.

Smart updates beat expensive mistakes.

If you want a clear plan before you list
Text me and we will map it out

What determines if a home sells fast or sits

Condition.

Curb appeal
Cleanliness
Quality of updates

Buyers notice bad work.

Poor trim. Gaps. Sloppy finishes.

That costs you money.

If you want your home positioned to sell fast
Text me and I will show you how

TWIN CITIES HOME BUYER FAQ

Should you buy now or wait

Buy now.

You know your rate.
You know your budget.

Waiting is guessing.

You cannot time real estate.

If you want to understand what you can afford today
Text me and I will break it down

Where is competition the highest right now

Two areas

Entry level homes
Acreage and lakeshore properties

These draw the most buyers.

That creates competition.

If you are entering one of these segments
You need a strategy

Text me and I will help you prepare

Where are buyers overpaying

In multiple offers without knowing value.

Emotion takes over.

Before you bid higher
Ask

Is there another home with more value at that price

You need data before you act.

If you want to know what a home is truly worth
Text me and I will show you

What is the biggest mistake buyers are making

Chasing the newest listing.

And ignoring everything else.

Stay focused on your target area.

Do not get distracted by random homes far away.

Discipline wins in this market.

If you want help staying focused and efficient
Text me and I will guide you

What should buyers look for during showings

Focus on what cannot be changed.

Location
Layout
Size

You can update finishes.

You cannot move the house or make rooms bigger.

If a home checks most of your boxes
It may be the right one.

If you want help evaluating homes the right way
Text me and I will walk you through it

How do you win as a buyer in this market

Preparation.

Pre approval ready
Know your numbers
Understand the market

You need to see enough homes to recognize value fast.

When the right one shows up
You move.

If you want to be ready before you start
Text me and I will get you set up

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT CITY IN THE TWIN CITIES

How do you choose between Lakeville, Bloomington, Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley

It depends on your priorities.

Commute
Schools
Lifestyle
Home style

There is no one size fits all.

If you are unsure where to start
Text me and I will help you narrow it down

What are the biggest differences between these cities

Bloomington is older.

Burnsville and Apple Valley are similar with older housing.

Eagan is more transitional with higher prices for similar homes.

Lakeville has more new construction and newer homes.

Each serves a different type of buyer.

If you want help choosing the right fit
Text me and we will map it out

Where is the best value in the Twin Cities right now

Lakeville.

You get more for your money.

As you move closer to Minneapolis or St Paul
Prices increase for similar homes.

Location drives value.

If you want help finding the best value for your budget
Text me and I will show you options

Who should live south of the river

Buyers looking for

Newer homes
More space
Acreage opportunities
Specific schools

South of the river offers more options in those areas.

If that fits your goals
Text me and I will guide you

What surprises people about living in the Twin Cities

How much there is to do.

Parks
Lakes
Restaurants
Sports
Concerts

And how accessible everything is.

You can reach downtown in about 30 minutes from many suburbs.

If you are relocating
Text me and I will show you what to expect

What if I do not know where to live

That is normal.

I ask the right questions and narrow it down fast.

We build your plan based on what matters to you.

If you are unsure where to start
Text me and we will figure it out together

WORK WITH TOM SOMMERS

When should you call me

As soon as you start thinking about moving.

Not when you are ready to act.

The earlier we talk
The better your plan will be

What can I do that Zillow cannot

Accuracy.

I give you real time data from the MLS.

Not outdated or incorrect listings.

You see what is actually for sale.

That saves time and avoids mistakes.

My process

We talk through your goals
I build a custom plan
We look at homes or prepare your listing
I guide you through every step
I manage the process through closing

My job is to reduce risk and help you make the right decisions

How fast can you buy or sell

About 30 days in most cases.

Faster with cash.

Sometimes longer depending on your situation.

We set the timeline that works best for you

Ready to start?

Text BUY or SELL to 952-994-7204

We will talk through your goals and build your plan

Do you work in Minneapolis, St. Paul as well as other cities in the metro area too?

Yes—I service all cities in the Twin Cities Metro area. If you want, I can send you a market snapshot for any of those areas. But I represent the entire Minneapolis St. Paul metro area.

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Twin Cities Real Estate Agent, Minneapolis St Paul Homes

Minneapolis | St. Paul Real Estate Agent Who Makes Selling Simple-

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