Mike Carlson - Testimonials

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"Mike is very responsive 7 days a week.

He is straightforward, unlike others I have worked with in the past. The sellers of the house I am buying live out of state and he is helping them move some remaining personal property from the garage. He also met my wife and me at the property to help us unload a U-Haul into the garage. I would highly recommend Mike for your home buying or selling needs."

Josh G.

"Thanks, Mike, for doing an awesome job listing our house; we had a full-price offer in under 48 hours!

I really appreciate how you communicated clearly throughout the transaction!"

Josh M.

"We have had more than one experience in selling property.

We have never had an agent that spent more time in preparing the property for sale. The time Mike Carlson took in preparing the photos by camera and drone resulted in a spectacular view of this unique property. Mike was always available for consultation and showed patience with some of the health problems we were experiencing. Mike went above and beyond our expectations. Thank you, Mike, you were a real treasure."

Rose D.

"Absolutely wonderful experience.

We were so thankful for Mike Carlson. He is very knowledgeable and professional, and he helped us through every single step of the moving process. Would recommend him strongly to anyone looking to sell or buy a new home!"

Melissa P.

"Last summer my family and I started looking for our forever home.

We didn’t know where to start and we didn’t have a realtor. I sent a message to the realtor of a home I saw online, that person was Mike Carlson. He met us the very next day to see the property. Although that property did not work for us, Mike was more than willing to help us find our forever home and we are beyond happy that he was! Mike found multiple houses to show us in a short period of time and was very helpful with everything. When we found the home we couldn’t live without, Mike went above and beyond to make it happen! In three short months, a total stranger changed our lives and we couldn’t be happier. Thank you, Mike, for all your hard work, knowledge, and compassion!"

Brandi L.

"Mike and Jen are both top-notch!

Very knowledgeable and responsive for someone like myself who was in the process of looking for their first home. I was able to secure my first home with the help of these two."

Blake M.

"Mike works hard, is honest, and will follow through on every detail.

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Holly P.

"Mike is spectacular to work with.

He answered every question, went the extra mile plus to sell our home, and made certain we were always kept in the loop. He works very hard and with integrity."

Denise E.

"Our experience with Mike & the Carlson Group was fantastic!

Day or night, Mike & crew were always available to answer any questions!! Mike was always available to explain the process! Super smooth & quick!"

Jes H.

"Thank you, Mike Carlson, for all your hard work and following our vision of getting the property sold!

! Your energy and communication kept everyone informed. Looking forward to doing business again."

Angie B.

"I've had the pleasure of knowing Mike for years, and he stands out as one of the most knowledgeable realtors I've ever encountered.

Mike is dedicated to walking you through every step of the process, answering your questions with patience, and showing genuine care for his clients. Once you work with Mike, you'll have found your "real estate guy" for life. You, your family, and your friends will be in excellent hands."

Brandon G.

"Highly recommend this company for your real estate needs.

Excellent communication. Professional and knowledgeable."

Jennifer S.

"I would highly recommend having Mike as your realtor whether you’re buying or selling.

Mike is extremely honest, patient, and hardworking. Never once did we feel pressured to pursue something we weren’t 100% confident in, and we appreciated learning his realistic recommendations as first-time buyers. Ultimately, we’re so happy with our purchase and couldn’t have done it without Mike’s help!"

Luke S.

"Mike went out of his way to help us with our move, from unloading boxes with us to snow-blowing the driveway of our new house after the big snowstorm we had.

He's been quick to respond when we had questions or concerns. The best experience we've ever had with a realtor, hands-down."

Bobbi G.

"I cannot recommend Mike enough to any homebuyer.

From the beginning, he was transparent, communicative, flexible, and always had our needs as his priority. From start to finish, he made the process easier than we could have imagined!"

Matthew E.

"Mike was phenomenal to work with from start to finish.

He was a recommended agent to us by friends and we could not be happier with the results. Mike was transparent from the beginning, laying out all costs and fees of doing real estate, for us and for him. We never felt pushed in any specific direction as to what house we should choose or pursue. Mike was very quick in responding to our messages and scheduling tours of homes. In addition, lending us the company trailer for our move saved us a lot of cash in the end. I cannot speak highly enough about working with Mike!"

Matt E.

"We had been trying to sell a piece of property for a few years and had been through 2 different realtors before we finally found Mike Carlson, who got our land sold.

Mike went well above and beyond the other two companies, including actually going out to the land on multiple occasions and taking aerial photos with a drone. Even though his commission was small with our little property, Mike Carlson treated our land sale and us like we were his only clients. We got updates through emails, texts, and phone calls. Mike was there to answer all our questions and help us through all the paperwork. Mike Carlson treated us like we had a million-dollar listing. I highly recommend them to get your land sold!"

Jessica G.

"Mike Carlson is one of the most honest people I know.

He is a straight shooter and there is never any runaround. We have just finished our first project with him. What a blessing from God. Not every day you find someone who has your best interest first, not their wallet. Mike carries himself very well, he’s super professional, and has a nice variety of blazers in the wardrobe! I highly recommend Mike Carlson! Here’s to many more years of “Enjoying The Process”."

Ethan W.

"Mike did a great job in helping me look for property in the Detroit Lakes area.

Very responsive to work with. Thanks, Mike."

Mark E.

"Mike is phenomenal all the way around - personally & professionally.

Makes both buying & selling low stress, goes above & beyond to help answer questions & is connected to a great network to make your real estate experience easy & seamless. Highly recommend."

Morgan S.

"Mike was awesome to work with.

He is very thorough and answered every question in detail."

John E.

"Mike Carlson, can’t say enough about him.

Easy going, listens to what the customer wants, and approaches the buying and selling experience as it should be, professionally. Thank you, Mike!!"

Kerry S.

"I would recommend Mike Carlson to everyone.

He went above and beyond to help us sell our property. He was always available to us and very accommodating."

Diane B.

"I have worked with Mike a few times and every time has been great!

Mike is quick with a response to any questions and always on time. I would highly recommend him! 5-star rating!"

Matt M.

"Mike is an exceptional real estate agent who consistently delivers outstanding results.

His expertise in photography, communication, and customer service is unparalleled. I've trusted him to sell 18 homes over the past 5 years and will continue to do so. Thanks again, Mike!"

Joshua M.

"Mike and his team at The Carlson Group go above and beyond to take care of you!

If you are looking to buy or sell a house contact them!"

Catlin H.

"My husband and I recently purchased our first home with the help of Mike Carlson, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

We are so grateful for all of his time, hard work, and realistic answers to our many questions. Mike is very personable, patient, and professional, all of which truly helped us feel confident in our purchase. We would highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to buy or sell!"

Jen S.

"Mike Carlson was awesome through the whole selling process.

The listing was phenomenal. Having multiple sellers brought about a number of challenges and he met each one head-on with speed and accuracy. We appreciate his professionalism and the frequency with which he communicated. Well done, thank you!"

Joan R.

"Mike was great to work with and we appreciate all the work he put in with our sale!

He kept us updated throughout the whole process. We are excited to be able to spend time at the lake this summer and in the future."

Casey P.

"Huge shoutout to The Carlson Group - RE/MAX Advantage Plus for their stellar assistance, professionalism, and commitment to helping us in the purchase of our new home!

Thank you, Mike Carlson! We are grateful for you and your team!!"

Matthew Z.

"Mike and I have worked on several real estate transactions together.

He’s professional, experienced, and easy to work with! Highly recommend Mike."

Jack R.

"Best of the best!

Mike is so easy to work with and will always go above and beyond your expectations! Highly recommend!"

Hope B.

"Mike goes above and beyond.

I had no idea an agent could do so much work for us as we sold our house. Thanks again, Mike!!!

Jarod B.

"I have been extremely pleased to work with Mike and The Carlson Group.

I would highly recommend them to anyone. Mike is a true professional that operates with dignity and honesty. Looking forward to doing much more business with the Carlson Group!"

Stephen E.

"Mike has been great to work with.

He's knowledgeable in the realty field, friendly, and easy to work with. Mike is always timely with updates, and is passionate when it comes to his profession."

Jennifer S.

"Mike Carlson is as honest and hard-working as they come.

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Katie G.

"Mike is a true professional who is motivated to represent his clients with sound ethics, integrity, and honor.

I recommend him for all of your real estate representation."

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"Highly recommend Mike and the Carlson group.

He answered all of our questions and was helpful every step of the process. We had a great experience!!"

Amy K.

"Mike Carlson was a gem of an agent for me.

He assisted me in purchasing a lake home and I cannot say enough about how helpful he was in the entire transaction, and still is to this day! I would refer him to anyone looking for an agent or to buy or sell a home."

Bette K.

"He is very helpful and answers all questions!

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Sam J.

"Mike was very professional and also approachable.

He kept us updated throughout our buying process. We would highly recommend him."

Dave E.

"I recently worked with Mile Carlson and had a fantastic experience.

He was attentive, knowledgeable, and very responsive to all my inquiries. His expertise in the local housing market was evident, and it really helped me find the perfect home. I highly recommend Mike Carlson to anyone looking to buy or sell a property!"

Leesa E.

"I would highly recommend Mike if you are in the market to buy or sell your home!

His communication is timely, honest, and transparent. He has high integrity and your best interest in mind. He is professional, knowledgable, and values excellence. Overall great to work with!"

Bailey R.

"Mike and his staff were awesome to work with.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!"

Jason B.

"Mike is one of the most genuine and honest guys in the industry.

He’s a hard worker and does whatever it takes to get the job done. I absolutely recommend him to everyone looking to buy or sell a home."

Christian A.

"Mike was great to work with!

He is very knowledgeable, honest, and responsive to his clients. We have only good things to say about his professionalism and attention to detail."

Vern D.

"If anyone is looking for an honest, hardworking, reliable realtor in the lakes area they should contact Mike Carlson.

Since we were out-of-state buyers, we were not able to physically view every lake home that became available. On numerous occasions, Mike would preview different properties and send us the videos to see if it was the one that would fit our specific needs. After 14 months (picky buyers), we finally found a cabin that we hope to enjoy for years and pass down to our boys! Mike did an excellent job all the way through the process and never tried to "sell" us a property that we were not 100% sold on. Thanks again, Mike!"

Kevin F.

"Mike Carlson and I co-listed a property together earlier this summer.

From one agent to another, he was wonderful to work with. He made sure agents, sellers, and buyers were all on the same page all the time. His communication was on point! A few different items came up during the inspection and he quickly had resolutions to fix them. He really cares about his clients and it shows through his interactions. I'd very much enjoy doing another co-listing with Mike and recommend him in the Detroit Lakes Area!"

Karissa H.

"Great people that I wouldn't hesitate to seek advice from!

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Wayne H.

"I worked with Mike Carlson on the sale of our lake cabin.

He was wonderful to work with and I highly recommend him. The cabin sold last month."

Cheryl L.

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