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Best First-Time Buyers Real-Estate Agents in Crosslake, MN (2026)
Rankings updated July 2026
These 2 agents serving Crosslake have demonstrated first-time buyers expertise, independently scored on local knowledge, client reviews and market expertise — never who paid to be here.
Top first-time buyers agents in Crosslake
| # | Agent | Score | Focus | Brokerage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Randa Haug | 8.8 | Waterfront | Pemberton Real Estate |
| 2 | Chad Piepho | 8.0 | Waterfront | Counselor Realty Brainerd Lakes |
1. Randa Haug
8.8/10$15K–$2.3M · 177 reviews
A high-volume solo agent with an unusually deep review base for someone not running a branded team — a strong pick for buyers, especially first-timers and single-family/lake-home shoppers.
Waterfront+2 more
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2. Chad Piepho
8.0/10$200K–$1.5M · 6 reviews
Chad Piepho has worked in Minnesota real estate since 2003 and has been based in the Brainerd Lakes area since 2008, now serving as broker/owner of Counselor Realty's Brainerd office. His public review footprint is thin for that tenure — six ratings on one aggregator site, all five stars — so there is limited independent volume to judge consistency against. His stated coverage is concentrated on specific lake chains (Gull Lake, Whitefish Chain) and nearby towns rather than the broader Brainerd market as a whole.
Waterfront+3 more
Read review→What to look for in a Crosslake first-time buyers agent
- ✓Patience and a genuine education-first approach
- ✓Fast, clear communication throughout inspection and financing
- ✓Knowledge of first-time-buyer programs and down-payment assistance
- ✓Realistic budget guidance for entry-level inventory
First-Time Buyers agents in Crosslake — FAQ
Who is the best first-time buyers real-estate agent in Crosslake, MN?
Randa Haug (8.8/10) is our top-rated first-time buyers agent serving Crosslake, scored on local knowledge, client reviews and market expertise — with zero paid placements.
How many first-time buyers agents serve Crosslake?
We currently rank 2 first-time buyers real-estate agents serving Crosslake, each independently scored on the same five dimensions.
How are these Crosslake agents ranked?
Every agent gets a 0–10 editorial score — a weighted average of local knowledge, client reviews, market expertise, response time and specialization fit. No agent can pay to rank higher. See our methodology for the full method.