Our Team

Positions at Best Buy, Reeds Family Outdoor Outfitters, Gander Mountain and in Sales at Lake Country Toyota. I am a very active outdoorsman and enjoy Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Sports.

After 25 plus years in Sales and Sales Management, I transitioned to Real Estate. My drive for my clients and work ethic to help achieve my clients’ goals sets me apart. Real Estate to me is about people and making sure the biggest transaction of their lives goes smooth and as stress free as possible. It’s a journey and I want to make sure we have some fun along the way.

fitting to obtain an exercise science degree, which he did in 2014 from Minnesota State University Moorhead. After graduating, Chris moved to Baxter, MN where he married his amazing wife Ashley and they bought a home together. They enjoy spending time with family and friends, as well as taking full advantage of many activities the Brainerd Lakes area has to offer. After communicating to Saint Cloud and working in the health and fitness industry for three years, it was time to make a change. Helping people has always been rewarding to Chris, so he decided to help buyers find their new primary or vacation home as a part of the Chad Schwendeman Real Estate Group. Working with and meeting new people everyday makes the real estate industry fun and interesting for Chris. “The most rewarding feeling is seeing and hearing my client’s excitement when they get the home they always wanted.” Call or text Chris today at 320-905-3700 to list your home!

Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD where I earned a degree in Business Administration and was a two time captain of the football team. I enjoy anything that has to do with sports and spending time with my wonderful wife
and 3 kids.

My love for real estate grew when my wife and I purchased
our home in Baxter in 2018. I fell in love with the process, the people, and the industry at that point. I enjoy helping clients reach their goals by helping with one of their largest transactions of their lives. Real Estate is a lot of fun, and I would love to help you on your journey as well.

many vacations in the lakes area. Randa has a passion for this community and what it has to offer the variety of families that seek to live here or simply come and create memories!

Randa was looking for a career that allowed her to fulfill her passions – helping people and her community. Becoming a Realtor was the answer! After 7 years as an independent agent we are grateful to have Randa on our team. As a result of her desire for helping people and not to mention her crazy love of our community and team, we call her our Lead Buyers Agent. She has spent the last 5 years sharing her experience and problem solving abilities with team member and every client through her market knowledge, attention to detail and expert negotiation skills.

Randa and her husband Brian have shared more than 25 years together. During that time they sought to connect with and grow the community they call home. They are most proud of the work and love poured into raising three amazing young men; Alec, Ian, Sam. In her free time, Randa enjoys spending time with family, paddle boarding and boating. If not at home you will find her at the cabin, taking in a summer sunrise or sunset!

University in St Paul, MN. Upon graduation in 2007, he had earned a Bachelor’s Degree of Arts in Psychology with minors in Bible as well as Family and Marriage Counseling.

Wes is passionate about helping people. He loves to be the guy that can provide answers and can bring value to whatever situation he encounters. He is incredibly skilled at what he does and we are grateful to have him on the team. Through hard work and service to our clients, Wes has thrived at The Chad Schwendeman Real Estate Group and proved himself as an expert in his field. He has served on the team for over 2 years and teamed up with Lead Buyers Agent – Randa Haug.

When Wes isn’t working, he spends time with his family and friends. Wes is a wonderful dad to his twins, Oliver & Lucy, as well as his youngest, Della. If not showing clients homes, you will find him playing or wrestling with his kiddos, out for a run on some of the streets or trails in Baxter, or enjoying a meal at one of the many fine dining establishments in the area!

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Amanda grew up in the Chicago area and attended Illinois State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in both special and elementary education. After teaching in Peoria, IL and Kalamazoo, MI for six years, Amanda left teaching to raise a family, and relocated to Nisswa, MN in 2007. Real estate has always been a huge interest for Amanda, and she decided to make a career of helping people find their perfect home. Counseling and working with her clients is a very rewarding part of this job, and an area that comes natural to her.

graduating, she moved to the area full time and has been an agent with the Chad Schwendeman Real Estate Group since 2018.

Savannah worked exclusively with Chad for two years as his acquisition specialist. She now puts her knowledge of identifying investment properties and negotiating purchases to work for all of her buyers. There is no greater honor or privilege than finding the perfect property for the families and investors she assists.

As a proud member of the Exit Lakes Realty family, she carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything she does. In addition to making home ownership dreams come true for her clients, Savannah enjoys spending time mountain biking, hiking, and boating.

school in south Florida, he attended Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC on an athletic and academic scholarship. He earned two bachelor of arts degrees in finance and economics while playing D1 baseball for the Terriers. After graduation, Kody played 2 seasons of professional baseball which included stints in Palm Springs, Detroit, Quebec City, and Cleveland.

In his role as Buyer’s Agent, Kody brings his tireless work ethic, optimism, and passion for helping others find their dream primary or vacation home! He has always enjoyed helping people achieve their goals and views his career in real estate as the perfect opportunity to help others reach a major milestone in their lives!

With his father being the tennis pro at Grand View Lodge and Camp Lincoln/Camp
Lake Hubert for 40+ years, Kody has been spending the summers in the Brainerd Lakes Area his entire life. He enjoys getting outside as much as possible. Whether that is wake surfing on the way to dinner or skiing in the winter, Kody loves taking advantage of all the lakes area has to offer.

Brainerd area offers. After working for an Alaskan fishing lodge and exploring the Alaskan outdoors, Sam moved back to the Brainerd Lakes area to be closer to family.

In his role as a Buyer’s Agent, Sam brings high energy, tireless work ethic, and knowledge of the Brainerd Lakes area to help his clients find their perfect home. He enjoys interacting with people from all walks of life as he guides them through one of the biggest financial decisions of their life.

In addition to a growing career in real estate, Sam also volunteers as a Mission Township fire fighter/first responder. He enjoys being an active member in the community through volunteering, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife, Brenna.

day. My goal is to make your experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, whether you are a first-time homebuyer, or a savvy investor.

I grew up in the small town of Worland, Wyoming and later attended the University of Wyoming in Laramie. Go Pokes! After College I lived in Colorado for several years before returning to Wyoming. After enduring windy conditions in Casper, Wyoming (if you have been to Casper, you know what I mean), my fiancé, and I took the leap and moved to his home state of Minnesota.

Before we moved to the Brainerd area, we were working with Sue Vanek from the Chad Schwendeman Real Estate Group to purchase a home. After trips to Minnesota, virtual home showings, and late-night calls, Sue helped us close on our dream lake home. After having such a positive experience, I knew this is where I wanted to work. I now have the privilege to say that I am a member of a team that makes every client feel like they are part of the Chad Schwendeman Real Estate Group Family. I’m excited for the opportunity to help buyers find their dream homes.

a passion for real estate and loves the journey of helping people find the perfect property. With an eye for quality and detail, she will help you find exactly what you’re looking for whether it be your first home, vacation house, or an investment property. She can’t wait to help you throughout the process! Growing up in the Brainerd Lakes Area, Kelsey has always had a great love for spending time on the water and experiencing all the restaurants and social entertainment that the area has to offer. She attended Lake Region Christian School in Baxter where she graduated in 2018.

This allows me to perfect my skills as a buyer's agent to help any home buyer with the purchase of their home.

a real estate broker in Minnesota and has been a real estate appraiser for many years. My grandfather has sold real estate in central MN since 1965. I am excited to guide my clients in buying, selling, and investing in real estate - managing every aspect of the real estate process. No matter whether you’re looking to sell your current home, or find a new rental property, I can help you secure the best opportunities in the real estate market.