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As a leading Realtor for one of the top sales office at Edina Realty (the Twin Cities top real estate firm for the last 23 years in a row!), Jim Vandervelde has a proven track record of providing unbeatable client service by communicating in an honest, consistent, and transparent manner; and always keeping his client's best interests at heart.
Jim's goal is to be your trusted advisor in the purchase or sale of your home and to make the entire experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible by ensuring that you are kept well-informed every step of the way and by fully understanding your goals, meeting your time requirements, and negotiating the best price possible.
In addition to his strong real estate background and record of success, Jim earned an MBA from the University of St. Thomas, was awarded the GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute) designation, and is an active member of the Exceptional Properties division of Edina Realty, the Minnesota Commercial Association of Real Estate (MNCAR) and the Minnesota Employee Relocation Council (MERC).
Jim lives in the Parkwood Knolls area of Edina with his wife Mary and has two adult children (Jordan and Maxwell) and a teenager (Katie) along with an energetic Golden Doodle named Daisy. He enjoys live music, travel, golf, and family activities.
Jim has served clients for residential and commercial properties throughout the Twin Cities, and specializes in the Southwest Metro, particularly Edina, Hopkins, West Bloomington, Richfield, Eden Prairie, St. Louis Park, and Minnetonka.
Jim was named to the Edina Realty Masters and Presidents Circles (2019 – 2022) and has specialized expertise working with:
• Luxury home buyers/sellers
• Senior home buyers/sellers
• First-time home buyers/sellers
• Commercial Property buyers/sellers and investors
• Relocating buyers/sellers
• Home staging and photography
Buying and selling real estate isn’t a do-it-yourself endeavor. You need a home pricing expert, a skilled negotiator and a networking powerhouse on your side. That's where Jim Vandervelde comes in as your Realtor. Whether you’re buying your first home or you’re ready to move up or downsize, please reach out - he’d love to help you reach your real estate goals!
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