Mark Griffin

"WORKING YOUR CORNER, WORKING FOR YOU!"
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Mark Griffin, in 55432
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About Me
I have 16+ years of real estate experience. I started my Real Estate career in 1975 selling condominiums in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota while still a full-time student at the Uof M.



I pride myself on being a professional and I have a strong desire to help clients. I REALY enjoy negotiating with other agents to help get the best deal possible for you. This is critical in any market, especially in today's Real Estate market.



I communiate well in all media, and am easy to get along with. I have always hated pushy agents, so don't afraid to contact me.



I work in all the Mpls./St. Paul area, and am licensed in the State of MN.

Areas I specialize in:

Andover

Anoka

Blaine

Brooklyn Center

Brooklyn Park

Burns Township

Champlin

Columbia Heights

Coon Rapids

Elk River

Fridley

Ham Lake

Maple Grove

Osseo

Minneapolis

N.E. Minneapolis

St. Paul



I look forward to meeting you.
Testimonials
""...Thank you to all your associates from rescuing me from a would be nightmare. So many thanks to everyone, from Brian at PPI, to Tim Eagen and crew at National City Mortgage...and especially the magic of Mark Griffin. Having met such caring and kind people during my experience, is even more satisfying than the home I purchased. Please realize the positive effect I am certain you must have on everyone who crosses your path and take pride in knowing all the lives you have improved, especially for those of us rookies who are trying to find their way in the Real Estate world." C.L.-first time buyer."
C.L. a first time buyer Thu Dec 1, 2005
"Matthew R-first-time buyer... Roseville, MN " Mark was great to work with. I went in knowing literally nothing about buying a house, from how getting a mortgage worked to searching for homes to figuring out what I could afford. Every step of the way he was able to explain what was going on, kept me knowing what the next steps were and what we still needed to do, and was available any time I had questions. He's very experienced and easy to work with, and I owe a great home (for a great price) to him.""
Matt R. Roseville, MN Tue Jul 1
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Mark Griffin's Answers (11)
Michelle Als…, Home Seller in Eden Prairie

Why no more showings?

Asked Wed Aug 13 2008, 20:10 by Michelle Als…  -  Eden Prairie  -  Home Selling  -  5 answers
Mark Griffin answered:
I would definitely try answer #2. If you can afford to lower your price into a different range, then cancel and re list it as a new listing. This give your price reduction a bigger punch. Everyone uses auto searches now, and when you do the expire and re list routine, it shows up on everybody's list as brand new. Also, maybe try a bonus that will attract an agent. You want to word the bonus carefully. For instance, $500 bonus to any agent that brings an acceptable offer. Paid at closing." The first thing you or your Realtor can do then is take away the bonus from the buyers agent, if it's not full price which always is acceptable. Any questions, give me a call. 612-990-5600. - Wed Aug 13 2008, 22:13
Meg, Home Buyer in Minneapolis

FHA question...

Asked Wed Jul 30 2008, 09:09 by Meg  -  Minneapolis  -  Home Buying  -  7 answers
Mark Griffin answered:
The listing agent should have checked to see if the Condo was FHA approved when he listed the property. Your buyers agent might have done a little research too. The lender should have checked this out too. I would try to get my money back from your buyers agent, since they didn't do their due diligence. I am not a lawyer, and this is not intended as legal advice. Good luck in the future. - Wed Jul 30 2008, 09:24
Gregg, Just Looking in Bloomington

I have a large lot in an area of expensive homes.

Asked Thu Jul 24 2008, 03:31 by Gregg  -  55439  -  Home Selling  -  1 answer
Mark Griffin answered:
I believe that your lot would be more attractive if anyone could build on it. If it is an area with large homes, you might want to include covenants as per minimum square feet and things of that nature. I would keep it open for any quality builder. - Tue Jul 29 2008, 12:56
Thomas Woolum, Home Buyer in 47330

Question removed

Asked Fri Jul 25 2008, 15:56 by Thomas Woolum  -  47330  -  Using Trulia  -  6 answers
Mark Griffin answered:
I think it ended already. We are living in a dream world. LOL. There is always a bunch of money in predicting the end of the world. I never take them too seriously. - Sat Jul 26 2008, 16:52
Bennii, Home Buyer in Miami-Dade

Difference in $ for the same property?

Asked Sat Jul 26 2008, 16:44 by Bennii  -  All locations  -  Foreclosure  -  2 answers
Mark Griffin answered:
I am guessing one is an expired listing that still shows up for some reason, and the other one is active and should show up. That is confusing. That doesn't happen here in the Minneapolis area on its MLS. Only one address at a time can show up. If you would like me to interview agents for you there, let me know. It doesn't cost you anything. They pay me if the relationship works out. Let me know.
Thanks, Mark Griffin/Counselor Realty.com. - Sat Jul 26 2008, 16:49
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My Listings
5524 Judy Ln, Minneapolis, MN 55430 5524 Judy Ln…
$142,500
3 br  2.0 ba Listing Web Site
9441 Jefferson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55434 9441 Jeffer…
$123,900
2 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
15311 Iguana St NW, Anoka, MN 55303 15311 Iguana…
$229,900
5 br  3.0 ba Listing Web Site
24 4th Ave NE, Osseo, MN 55369 24 4th Ave …
$189,900
3 br  2.0 ba Listing Web Site
4918 Oliver Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55430 4918 Oliver…
$129,000
3 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
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Specialties
I love working with first time buyers, and pride myself on being qualified to help and give honest answers. I also specialize in listing homes. And I can help you move up right now. Call me to find out how you benefit from this present market.
Interests
Family, Church, Boxing. Boxing? Yes, I love it. Greatest workout of everything I've tried. And I like working with people very much and help to solve their Real Estate problems.
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