Chad Schwendeman, Age 53Brainerd, MN

EXIT Lakes Realty Premier
14275 Golf Course Dr., Ste 210, Baxter, MN 56425
(218) 833-2094 (Phone), (218) 833-2154 (Cell)

15 years

Chad Schwendeman remembers the summer of '88 like it was yesterday. But then again, it's not too often that a 16-year-old boy bikes his way across the country from Seattle to Atlantic City in the Ride for Life to support the American Lung Association. For Chad, it truly proved to be the ride of a lifetime. The Foundation for Success Pedaling over 3,700 miles that summer in sweltering temperatures that averaged 90 degrees, Chad discovered the drive, dedication and spirit of determination that would eventually become the foundation for his personal and professional success. The Achievement of a Goal With exhaustion and self-doubt setting in and his legs growing weaker by the hour, it would have been easy to quit. Indeed, many on that journey did just that. Chad, however, never gave up and when he finally crossed the finish line, he had not only achieved his goal, but he had proven to himself that he could accomplish anything in life if he was willing to work hard enough. A Source of Inspiration Today, Chad continues to draw inspiration from that memorable cross-country ride. And the drive, dedication and determination he discovered during that memorable summer are the very same qualities that have allowed him to stay the course on the road to success and to continue to excel in his professional real estate career.Chad has lived and worked in the Brainerd Lakes area for over 25 years. As owner of Exit Lakes Realty Premier, his extensive area knowledge, insight and experience are second to none. But it is his unwavering commitment and dedication on behalf of the people he serves that makes Chad such a well-respected professional. Going the Extra Mile Whether you're buying or selling your home, Chad is determined to put you on the road to success. He's even assembled an elite team of experienced professionals to assist him and to ensure you make the most of your investment opportunities. From consultation to closing, you can count on Chad and his caring support team to treat you like family, protect your best interests, and to always go the extra mile to help you achieve your personal real estate goals. The Road to Success Starts Here If you're ready to buy or sell a home in the Brainerd Lakes area, give Chad Schwendeman and his team a call. When it comes to real estate, you'll find Your Road to Success Starts Here.

Site
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn

REO / Bank Owned
Residential sales
Luxury homes
First time home buyers
Staging
Relocation

EXIT Lakes Realty Premier
Baxter, MN
(218) 321-4898 (Phone)
License #500500659

Broker

Home Buyers
Home Sellers

Single Family Home
Condo/Townhome
Multi-family

Playing with my kids; Sophie 8 and Rowen 6. Playing basketball
boating and spending time at the lake.

Top Selling Agent in the Brainerd Lakes Area Since 2004
Real Trends and The Wall Street Journal Top 250 Agents in 2013

English

expert negotiator
marketing
listings
Online marketing
sellers
buyers

The first in the office every morning and the last to leave, EXIT Lakes Realty Premier, Broker/Owner Chad Schwendeman built his thriving company the same way he's approached everything in life: through dedication and strong work ethics. Even as a child, Chad displayed uncommonly keen selling savvy during the annual school candy bar sales drive. Later, he exhibited inexorable tenacity when at the age of sixteen he rode his bicycle across the country to raise funds for the American Lung Association. "We rode from Seattle to Atlantic City," he recalls. " My mom had quit smoking and got into bike riding and so did I. The bike trip took forty-seven days and was the largest group at the time, to make the trip. There were over 600 of us and we raised two million dollars for the American Lung Association. When I look back, there were times when I really wanted to quit, but I learned you have to suck it up sometimes when you have a goal in mind." Chad says that constant communication with his clients is one of the most important concerns for his team. "One of the most frequent complaints we hear about other agents is their lack of communication with their clients," he says. "After every showing we send out a feedback form in the mail, they get copies of every ad we run, we also send out bi-weekly letters with market updates and either myself or Kathy will touch base with them every other week." Apparently, all this special service and one-on-one attention has paid off. Not only do their sales numbers continue to rise but referrals and return clients are at record highs. And there are other indications that Chad's business approach is exceptional. For instance, he went from a top shoe sales representative with no real estate experience to being named Brainerd Lakes #1 Home Seller in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. "We're really proud of that," Chad says with humility. "It's the result of a lot of hard work and determination to get to that level. I'm really proud of my team." There's another group of people that Chad is extremely proud of and that's his wife Melissa and their two children ages 6 and 8. "I can't imagine my life without my wife and children," he says. "I know how lucky I am. My wife is amazing and very understanding about my long hours. I try to make up for my long weekday routine by trying to be home by four on Saturdays and Sundays are reserved for family. Of course, there are always exceptions, but it's something we look forward to. I also encourage members of my team to take time off for themselves and to spend with family." "I feel very blessed to call Brainerd home," he says. "Many of our friends have second homes here and we watch the long lines of cars every Friday night heading north so they can enjoy this beautiful town for two days. Then, Sunday night it's another long line as they head back to the rat race. We're very grateful for this incredible quality of life."