Fazendin REALTORS

Meet the team

Get to know the 34 agents at Fazendin REALTORS.

REALTOR®

About Susan

Armed with comprehensive expertise in real estate, encompassing marketing, home sales, relocation, and investment properties, Sue exudes knowledge and dedication to those she serves. With the support of her superior team of professionals, Sue dependably delivers an outstanding client experience from start to finish and beyond. Her clients can expect an experience that entails great communication, responsiveness, honest advice, full transparency, and always doing the right thing for their long-term benefit. Born and raised in Edina, Minnesota, Sue began her career in real estate over 20 years ago and has never looked back. With a degree from Regis University in Marketing and Communication and a former career as an Ad Executive for Fallon Minneapolis, Sue brings exceptional perspective, creativity, and knowledge. Using a collaborative approach with her clients, Sue works tirelessly to ensure every client fully understands each step of the purchasing and selling process, guiding them to make the best personal choices and driving superior results time and again.

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Jill Amundson

REALTOR®

(83 reviews)

About Jill

Jill Amundson was born and raised in Golden Valley, MN. She attended Robbinsdale Armstrong High School and later attended Minnesota State University, Mankato. Jill’s passion for real estate began after college. She actively purchased and renovated homes while working in sales and marketing positions within various health care settings. She was always drawn to homes that were “fixer uppers!” Always envisioning what they could become and creating that outcome. From St. Louis Park, Maple Grove, to Minneapolis - townhomes, single family homes, and duplexes were lived in, renovated, and then sold. Jill and her husband, John, have owned duplexes in these Minneapolis neighborhoods - Uptown, Kingfield, and Seward. They enjoy owning and managing their investment properties. The Amundson family, Jill, husband - John, and their two daughters, currently live in Southwest Minneapolis in the Lynnhurst neighborhood. They enjoy living near Lake Harriet, the great walkability to fantastic restaurants, and the numerous bike trails to explore the city. As often as they can, they spend time at their cabin in Alexandria, Minnesota. Jill is excited to assist you with one of your biggest investments –your home! Whether buying a home or selling your current home, let her experience and passion for real estate work for you!

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Emily Leach

REALTOR®

(61 reviews)

About Emily

Emily Leach is a Minneapolis native who resides in Plymouth/Wayzata with her three active children. She has previously lived in several neighborhoods in the Twin Cities, including Minneapolis, Edina, and Eagan, but has called Plymouth home for the past seventeen years. Outside of work, Emily likes to stay active by training for running races, volunteering at her children's school, and supporting her kids at their sporting events, whether on the ice or the field. She is also an outdoor enthusiast and enjoys spending time on Minnesota's beautiful lakes. As a real estate professional, Emily possesses an exceptional talent for identifying a property's potential and understanding which features will appeal to specific buyers. She approaches every transaction as an exciting and rewarding journey, filled with endless possibilities and opportunities. In the real estate industry, even the smallest details can make a significant difference. Emily understands that availability and consistent follow-up are essential to ensuring a successful home sale or purchase. She takes immense pride in actively listening to her clients' needs and finding customized solutions that cater to their unique requirements. If you're searching for a real estate expert who values personalized service and attention to detail, look no further than Emily Leach. Contact her today to take the first step towards listing your current home or finding your next dream home.

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Laura Rasmussen

(56 reviews)

About Laura

Laura currently has 2 active property listings and 17 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Marla Jean Alstead

REALTOR®

(54 reviews)

About Marla

34 Years of Successful Real Estate Service. With Marla Jean, YOU are #1. Well known for her aggressive marketing and sales, Marla Jean’s real estate business expands throughout the Twin City Metropolitan area. As a lifelong Minnesotan, MJ is a valuable resource for you and your family for communities, schools, services, youth sports and activities, and places of worship. With Marla Jean working on your behalf, you have a definite “competitive advantage” in the marketplace. As a top producer for over 30 years, her market knowledge, business expertise, and negotiating skills combined with her enthusiasm and energetic personality give you maximum representation and bring you results! As the parent of three grown children and a strong believer in family and home, Marla Jean approaches real estate as far more than just selling houses. Her clients credit her with going the extra mile to achieve maximum results...and make them feel happy, comfortable and welcome, especially when it comes to relocating from another city. She has a wealth of vendor connections to help you with a smooth transition. After raising a family, Marla Jean has used her talents to become a dynamic real estate professional dedicated to service and results well above the norm. She truly cares about each family she serves and makes you feel like you are the only person she is helping at that time. With a guiding philosophy of making the buying or selling of a home an enjoyable, stress-free experience, her clients continually say that working with Marla Jean is not only rewarding but fun! Capitalizing on her extensive sales and marketing experience, energetic personality, and ability to get the job done, Marla Jean brings a fresh approach to the business of buying or selling a home! If you are contemplating a move, you want this dynamic professional on your side!

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Heather Grant

REALTOR®

(52 reviews)

About Heather

Born and raised in the Twin Cities, Heather Grant brings a deep understanding of the metro area and its unique neighborhoods to her work in real estate. Heather graduated from Breck School and continued her education at the University of Iowa, earning a double major in Communications and Art. Her studies took her abroad for a year to Florence, Italy, where her love for architecture, art, food, and travel began and continue to inspire her today. Heather began her career in public relations and special events before transitioning into advertising, where she spent over 15 years as a designer and art director. After welcoming her first child, Heather and her husband Johnny, relocated from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Denver, Colorado, where she embraced her role as a mother while continuing freelance design work. When the opportunity arose to return to Minnesota, the Grants eagerly settled in the Wayzata area, where they now raise their two children, Sophia and Sammy. Real estate is a seamless fit for Heather’s outgoing personality and creative vision. Her background in design and marketing equips her with a unique ability to highlight a home’s potential while her intuitive approach helps her understand and meet her clients’ needs. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence, Heather strives to make every step of the buying or selling process seamless and stress-free. As a mother balancing a busy family life, Heather understands the value of time and the importance of creating a smooth experience for her clients. Whether you’re buying your first home, relocating, or selling a beloved property, Heather brings dedication, enthusiasm, and a personalized touch to every transaction, ensuring her clients achieve their real estate goals with confidence.

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About us

Fazendin Realtors started in 1965 in the backroom of an ice cream parlor in Wayzata, Minnesota. We had a rotary phone and a desk made from an old door. From day one, the focus of Fazendin Realtors has been on the development of quality, well-trained real estate agents and support staff. Be it in marketing, negotiations, problem-solving, or simply listening – your Fazendin Realtor® is prepared to exceed even the highest expectations in even the toughest of markets. Why choose Fazendin? Fazendin Realtors is a third-generation, family-owned residential real estate brokerage serving the entire 15-county Twin-Cities metro area for 60 years and counting Service – Consistently providing the white-gloved level of customer service you deserve throughout the entire home buying and home selling processes and beyond Knowledge – Proactively relaying all the information you need to make the best decisions for your unique situation Results – Steadfast commitment to delivering the results you desire most We’re Local. We’re Global. Proud members of the invitation-only networks, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International All are welcome. We stand ready to serve our communities, openly embracing both agents and clients of all races, religions, and sexual orientations.

Seller review

5 days ago

Professional, Dedicated Realtor Who Makes Selling Seamless

Working with Sandy was an outstanding experience. From the beginning, she understood my goal to eventually sell and created a clear, step-by-step timeline that made the process feel manageable and far less overwhelming. She never pressured me and always respected my pace while offering expert guidance. Her communication was excellent. She was responsive, proactive, and kept me informed every step of the way. When it came time to list, everything was handled with professionalism. The photos were high quality, and she had a well-thought-out strategy, including open houses and strong market exposure. Even while on vacation, she remained available and engaged, which really shows her dedication. Sandy truly goes above and beyond, and I would recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home. Her experience, commitment, and genuine care for her clients set her apart and make her someone you can trust every step of the way.

SANDRA RUSSEN REALTOR

4.9

(30 reviews)

Seller review

8 days ago

Marla Jean at Fazendin Realtors - The Best!

We have worked with Marla Jean before and she never disappoints! So much knowledge, wisdom and insights that we are not aware of. Every transaction we have done with her has been quick, smooth and complete. She is an excellent communicator, her years of experience makes her market knowledge second to none, she offers negotiation options to help close the deal and always makes it professional and fun. Highly recommend Marla Jean Alstead at Fazendin Realtors for your next buying or selling transaction! Thank you Marla Jean for everything! You are the best!

Marla Jean Alstead

(54 reviews)

Buyer review

9 days ago

Great communicator, looks out for her clients.

I bought a plot of land and Val was super helpful helping me navigate purchasing and closing. I recommend her most highly!!

Valerie Fazendin

(32 reviews)

Buyer review

11 days ago

As home buyers that were buying out of state, Sarah went out of her way to find us a wonderful home.

Sarah was incredibly responsive and several times went above and beyond our expectations. Whether it was FaceTiming us to tour several homes in a day, or offering to pickup my husband from the airport to your homes, we were constantly blown away by her dedication. Part of our home buying experience while she was out of town on vacation and while we wanted to honor her time away with her family, she often checked in with us and was doing work for our new home while she was international. Sarah is one of the kindest humans and she was one of the best choices we have made in this process. When closing became stressful, she worked hard to be sure we weren’t taken advantage of and handled the stress with grace. She has continued to help us by suggesting contractors that have worked on her own home and has continued to stand by our side and check in. We LOVE Sarah!!

Sarah Graff

(16 reviews)

Seller review

12 days ago

A good experience with Colin

Colin was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him.

Colin Simpson

(46 reviews)

Buyer review

14 days ago

Sue Hewitson, The Best of the Best!

Sue's industry expertise is very impressive. This includes extensive neighborhood knowledge and in-depth knowledge of which houses to look for and which to avoid during your house search. She is very easy to communicate with and responds quickly to questions. Simply put, Sue is amazing!

Susan Hewitson

(93 reviews)

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