The real estate business is a people business.  I have really enjoyed meeting people and leading them through the selling and buying process since 2002.  I have available some of the best technology and marketing tools to assist my clients in all aspects of a real estate transaction, including professional photography and drone video. 

Awards:

Quality Service Pinnacle Team Award

2007— Present: Click on link to see 3rd party verified testimonials at:  http://www.realsatisfied.com/Bill-Oakes

Local Production – Northwest Minnesota Board of Realtors (Greater Bemidji Area)

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2016:  #2 in Overall Number of Transactions

2015:  #1 in Overall Number of Transactions

Regional Team Production Award C21 Great North Region (includes MN, WI, ND & SD)

2017: Masters Team Award

2016: Team CENTURION Award

2015: Team CENTURION Award

2014: Masters Team Award

2013: Masters Team Award

Real Estate Leadership:

Past President and Vice-President of Northwest Minnesota Board of Realtors

Specialty Designation:

SRES Designation: As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist, I am uniquely qualified to address the needs of clients age 50+ and knowledge to assist maturing Americans when selling, buying, relocating, or refinancing residential or investment properties.

Community Member for 30 years:

I moved to Bemidji when I was 18 years old from my parents grain and sugar beet farm near Pembina, ND.  I graduated from Oak Hills Christian College and began my career working with youth and community non-profits including in-home counseling and children’s mental health case-management and non-profit leadership.  Organizations included: Leech Lake Boys & Girls Club, Upper Mississippi Mental Health Center, Timber Bay House & Gilfillian Center.

My wife, Laurie (my Administrative Assistant) and I have been married for 29 years and have three grown children.  We are adjusting to an empty nest with the help of an addition to the family, a Welsh Terrier named Ally.  We enjoy outdoor activites, Vikings football, and volunteering in our local church.