CENTURY 21 Vista, Inc.
The Gold Standard in Minnesota Real Estate

Client Satisfaction is the #1 Priority at CENTURY 21 Vista, Inc.

Start Your Dream With The Winning Team...

No one has sold more real estate in the Otter Tail, Douglas, Grant, Wilkin and Becker County areas than CENTURY 21 Vista, Inc. Our attention to detail, and our professional Agents and Administrative Staff ensure that your real estate transaction will be successful. What we have accomplished for the following clients, we can accomplish for you:

Re:  Alan Olson and Judi Kraemer/Olson

"Thank you Alan for your professional and thoroughly effective and accurate way of handling all this....Thanks again for going to bat for us---we do indeed appreciate your efforts in upholding the truth and integrity of purchase agreements."

Chuck and Sally Evrist

Re:  Alan Olson and Judi Kraemer/Olson

"...We have enjoyed doing business with you and Alan.  Down the road, please stop by and visit us..."

Dave and Colleen Moline

Re:  Alan Olson and Judi Olson

"We're kicking around some thoughts of our own regarding a possible change mid-year next year...you will still be selling we trust.  You are still very much our real-estate people and we plan to work with you should we need to sell here and replace our home.  We love and miss you both."

Sally Evrist

 Re:  Ryan Hanson

"Dear Alan Olson, I am sending you a compliment for your agent, Ryan Hanson.  Ryan assisted me with the sale of an REO property this month.  To make a long story short, the file was a mess and he was very efficient in all aspects of the transaction.  He followed up in a timely manner to all requests and was very professional.  Ryan was a pleasure to work with and is definitely an asset to your team."

Michelle Merriam, SN Servicing Asset Manager

Re:  Michelle Pearson

"...WOW, she is sharp - she didn't miss a property.  Michelle kept us informed...We looked for months and Michelle was always so patient...then we found the perfect home, so she helped us get our house ready to sell.  Michelle has great connections and was able to get many people through our home...Not only is she detailed, she is FUN.  If you are going to be spending this much time with someone, you want to enjoy it!  Trust us, Michelle will help you move into the home that is right for you.  Enjoy the journey..."

Tim and Jen Petersen

Re: Michelle Pearson

"The Webster dictionary defines the following: REALTOR, Advisor, Counsel, Professional…Michelle is all of the above and more! We met her in the summer of 2003 in pursuit of locating a suitable home in Fergus Falls…Her ability to keep abreast of all the “happenings” in real estate within Fergus Falls was illustrated by presenting our current home to us immediately upon its availability…Now, three years later, we sought Michelle’s professional help in the sale of our property that we purchased through her…Her expertise was invaluable throughout the entire process, complete with SOLD on our yard sign! There are thousands of Realtors in the United States and then there is Michelle Pearson. CENTURY 21, Vista, Inc. is indeed very fortunate to have such an articulate, personable, energetic and professional person on its staff. Let no one ever take her aggressive abilities for granted."

Stacy and Marty Hart

Re:  Scott Norton

"I have been meaning to write you a Thank You for some time for everything you did for us...We love our place so much and wouldn't have been able to get it without your help and support..."

Nick and Francie Kastellos

Re:  Scott Norton

"Congratulations on your CENTURY 21 System's Centurion Producer award.  Also, thank you for the hard work you do for us, in helping us with our recruitment efforts."

Jim Wilkus, CEO, Fergus Falls Medical Group

Re:  Scott Norton

"We would like to thank you for doing such a great job as our real estate agent.  You really understood the kind of house we wanted.  You were organized, professional and welcoming...We are so glad to have met you and worked with you, and now to be friends."

Dave, Molly and Emily Stoddard

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"Tom Verhelst with CENTURY 21® helped us with our move into town.  He was very knowledgeable about the housing market and about the town we moved to.  Tom was very professional and sincere in helping us find just the right house for us.  We couldn't have found a nicer person to help with our transition into town.  Tom wasn't there just to make the sale, he's been there afterwards to answer additional questions.  We recommend Tom and CENTURY 21®... "

Bill and Donna Ice 

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"Tom was excellent to work with. He was always professional, reachable, and resourceful. He didn't drop the ball. He dealt with problems that occurred several months after the closing of my new home."

Terry Loven

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"I want to thank you for the outstanding service you provided our family throughout our recent move to Fergus Falls. Every stop of the way you were helpful, friendly and professional. I appreciated your availability to show us homes our first day in town on very short notice. Your knowledge of the real estate market and the Fergus Falls community was very helpful in choosing a home and also made the transition into the community easier for our family. Your attention to detail throughout the process was also evident and made the transaction much easier for us. Your experience and customer orientation shine through in the many details of this transaction. Post sale, you have continued to be available and responsive to a variety of calls and we greatly appreciate your help. In summary, we could not have been more pleased with your help throughout this process. I would be proud to recommend you to others who are in need of real estate services in the future. I am looking forward to beginning my new role at Lake Region Health Care Services and hope to see you around the community."

Peter and Ann Jacobson

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"Once again I'd like to thank you for all your help. From the very first day we met you, we've felt comfortable working with you. You were always extremely helpful and always did everything necessary to make this a smooth process for us. You took the time to communicate with us every step of the way. We always felt like we knew what was going on.

You understand your market, property values, pricing and found just the right buyer for our house, and in record time! We would definately work with you again and would reccomend you to anyone who wants to have a positive selling or buying real estate experience. I have bought and sold many properties, but have never had one work this smoothly and this quickly, thanks to you."

Thanks again!

Teresa Temreull

Re:  Tom Verhelst 

"I have had the pleasure to be associated with Tom Verhelst for approximately the last 9 years.

I consider Tom to be one of our top realtors handling our Real Estate Owned (REO) proeprties in the State of Minnesota. Over the years I have come to rely on Tom's expertise and advice in the real estate market to minimize our losses on selling our REOs. My experience with Tom is that he is a highly detailed orientated person, timely in submitting paperwork/purchase agreements, and highly reliable. Tom has sold several "tough" properties for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency in a timely manner.

If you or your organization are looking for a realiable, trustworthy realtor, I strongly recommend Tom Verhelst."

Hal H. Rossi, Portfolio Management/Quality Control Minnesota Housting Finance Agency

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"Initially, we did not know Tom very well - we chose to list with him because he has a wonderful reputation. We knew that buyers who were looking at homes in our price market would likely contact Tom and Century 21. Tom is professional, detail oriented, and great with follow-up communications after a showing. We felt throughout the entire process we knew exactly what potential buyers thought of our home. Tom was honest and direct in his communication with us - which we truly appreciated. After working with Tom, we can honestly say, we know exactly why he has such a great reputation - we would list with him again!"

Carrie Brimhall

Re:  Tom Verhelst

"We are happy to be back in Fergus Falls and in our new home. We want to thank you for your essential role in bringing this about. From that initial phone call over 18 months ago until the present, you have always been most  helpful, cheerful and generous with your time in all of our dealings. We feel that you've gone beyond the call of duty in all that you've done for us. Because of our distance and health, we relied on you to do many "extras" that we were unable to do.  You never made us feel as if we were expecting or asking too much of you.  We truly appreciate your hard work as well as the spirit in which you did it."

MaryAnn and Jim McDonald

 Re:  Andrew Olson

"You have been great to work with…You made house hunting enjoyable and I think you really understood our needs."

Steve Pletta

Re:  Jon Drews

"Jon was very helpful during our decision-making process. As first-time home buyers, we were quite uncertain on many things. Jon was able to calm our fears and even give answers to questions that we had not considered. He was honest and thorough, and we would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."

Ryen and Heidi

Re:  Jon Drews

"From a grateful heart. You have extended professional and personal help beyond the call of duty."

Roger S.

Re:  Jon Drews

“Just a quick note to thank you for everything you did for me and Bob. We appreciate all your hard work and your guidance as we walked through the unfamiliar steps. We have settled into our new home and we are loving every minute of it…”

Bob and Terri B.

Re:  Bob Veland

“I’m writing this small note to express the thanks for the fine job you did on our property. Through all the turmoil you were a true gentleman and kept your cool, where I know I would have lost it. Thanks again for a job well done and I’ll highly recommend you to anyone.”

Gordon and Alma Siemers

Re:  Connie Caspers

“…(We) would like to make a contribution to a charity in your name for all the help you provided above and beyond…”

Dr. Lyle Best and Pastor Jan Mehlhoff

Re:  Connie Caspers

“Just a note to tell you how thrilled we were to receive a charitable donation to honor you for the “loving and giving” service you provided one of your clients and their family. They indicated that the type of service provided was above-and-beyond anything they’ve witnessed in the past and they just wanted to let you know how very much they appreciated you and your efforts. As a leader in our community and parish, please know that we have appreciated those same qualities time and time again.”

Fr Dale Lagodinski, St John’s Church – Wahpeton, ND

Re:  Connie Caspers

“Please know how wonderful our home buying experience has been with Connie Caspers as our REALTOR®…She has been the most pleasant, helpful and encouraging coach for us as we searched for our retirement home in Minnesota. She returned my first phone call on a holiday weekend from her home to make arrangements to meet with us the very next day. She had carefully prepared listing information on several homes for us to see and guided us through information regarding the lake area and the nuances of lake living. Even after we returned to our home in Colorado, she walked us through preparations for an offer and kept us up to date daily on its progress with the sellers. She has promptly sent us additional listings by email of other properties in the area that fit our list of wants and needs throughout the winter months keeping us updated on potential properties for sale. Connie has given us well more than we ever expected from a real estate agent. Her caring service to us has been the best we’ve experienced in many years of home buying and selling!”

Tim and Ginger Lenzmeier

Re:  Connie Caspers

"Connie - thank you for your care and comfort during this process.  This $1,000 check is for you and your husband to enjoy a weekend somewhere".

Patti, Dan and Lynne

Re:  Pat Johnson and Connie Caspers

“Thank you so much for doing such a “great” job of selling and closing our home on Pickerel Lake. You both certainly know how to get the job done! You two are an excellent TEAM!”

Wes and Inez Madson

Re:  Sherisa Banks

"I was impressed by her candid answers to my questions. But her integrity and honesty stood out to me the most. I found Sherisa to be communicative and extremely thorough, which to me is important:

Eugene Adan

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Re:  Pat Johnson and Connie Caspers

"Thank you, we never would be able to do this without the attention and caring service of your company.

Carla and Cheryl

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Re:  Tom Verhelst

"During the process of selling our homes, Tom kept us informed weekly on the status of our homes as well as the status of the real estate market in the area.  He helped us make tough decisions and definately protected our interests.  His quick response time and professionalism is a wonderful quality that many Realtors do not possess.  Not only was Tom wonderful to work with, but the entire staff at Century 21 Vista was helpful including Erin Neumann who handled our closing.  Her expertise helped us handle list minute items that alwasy seem to pop up prior to the closing."

J.Eddy and Judy Edwards

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Re:  Tom Verhelst

"You were instrumental in making everything happen. You are an expert in your field, and you have a knack for knowing what your customer is looking for."

Jim Reader

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Re:  Connie Caspers and Pat Johnson, The Lakes Team

"We are loving our new place at the lake!  Everyone who's visited us loves the quiet, the view, etc. too!  We are very, very happy with it!  If everyone provided customer service like you all at Century 21 Vista, this world would be a wonderful place!"

Greg and Anne Harvey

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Re:  Tom Verhelst

"Tom was very patient and understanding".

Lynette Cox

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Re:  Kevin Hennagir

"We just had a chance to go to your website and look at our property listing photos.  You are a miracle worker.  Thanks for doing such a great job with the presentation.  You really did a nice job and we are very pleased that we found you!

Sara and Dave Wisnewski

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Re:  Scott Norton

"Scott was amazing!  He was careful, kind and extremely professional."

Neil

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Re:  Michelle Pearson

"Michelle was a great real estate agent.  I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home."

Grant and Dawn Anderson

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Re:  Michelle Pearson

"I had a problem-free purchase with Michelle Pearson.  I do not have one bad thing to say about my purchase. I have already recommended Century 21 and Michelle to my friends.  I hope this is my last house but if the need arises, I would use Century 21 again."

Jerry Mortenson

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Pat Johnson and Connie Caspers

"My husband and I have to thank Connie and Pat for their hard work and professionalism in making our retirement dream home a reality".

Les and Nancy Brennan

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Alan and Judi Olson

"We think you handled our sale in the utmost professional way and we will recommend you to everyone in our future:.

The Doric Family

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Re:  Michelle Pearson

"We just returned last night from a fabulous Century 21 Vista vacation to Ixtapa.  It was fantastic!!  Thank you!

Julie and Tony Banal

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Re:  Scott Norton

"We want to thank you again for such an outstanding experience with you as a Realtor.  You're great!  You did well in helping us land thehouse on Beech in 1998 and the did well by selling it 8 years later in what has to be record time (6 days if memory serves).  Nicely done.  Amy and I couldn't have been more pleased by the great job you do."

Wes and Amy Lundburg

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Re:  Pat Johnson and Connie Caspers

My husband and I have to thank Connie and Pat for their hard work and professionalism in making our retirement dream home a realty! They walked us through the purchase process every step of the way and they worked around several obstacles on our behalf.  We would recommend this team to anyone looking for property in west central Minnesota.

Les and Nancy Brennan

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