Joe Houghton has been a full-time Realtor since graduating from Saint John's University 20 years ago with a degree in Business Management. If you ask him, he will tell you there is nothing he would rather do than work in real estate. In his own words, "As a Minnesota real estate professional, I combine my passion for the business with my genuine interest in people to serve my clients with integrity and advocate for them as if they were members of my own family."Born and raised in the Twin Cities Metro, Joe has a singular and unique knowledge of the local housing market. He consistently researches and writes about all the best neighborhoods, schools, and recreational playgrounds and will help you choose the location that is perfect for your individual or family needs. He is consistently featured on Forbes.com. Here is his latest real estate advice about open houses for home sellers.Additionally, he is an active member of the community who can give you the skinny on services and civic opportunities available in the area. His goal is to make the transition into your new home a smooth one.His inspirationSparked by a sincere passion for people, Joe's work is marked by a client-centered focus. He provides honest and professional expertise to his customers before, during, and after the closing of the sale. He is dedicated to doing his absolute best for his clients and aligns his business acumen with the "Golden Rule."At home in WayzataJoe, his wife, and their 4 boys live in Wayzata. Joe treasured time spent with his family and friends. For relaxation, he plays golf and tennis. He also enjoys keeping up with the latest social media marketing trends, which ties in nicely with his real estate business.Minnesota Property GroupJoe is the team leader for the Minnesota Property Group. His team of real estate professionals, recognized as a group of top Twin Cities Realtors, strives to be among the best resources for buyers and sellers in Minnesota.