Real Estate Professional
My name is Janie, and my husband Ryan and I live with our kids just east of Okoboji on an acreage where we farm and raise cattle.
My roots in the Iowa Great Lakes run deep. I grew up spending summers at my grandparents’ cabin on the lake, and that lifelong connection gives me a true appreciation for everything this community has to offer. With a father who was a land developer and home builder, I developed an early understanding of homes, construction, and what makes a property special.
In seven years as a real estate agent, I’ve closed over 320 transactions and achieved the RE/MAX Hall of Fame in under four years. I specialize in the Okoboji area and surrounding communities, from lakeshore properties to acreages and investment opportunities. My business has been built largely on repeat and referral clients, a reflection of the trust and satisfaction I strive to deliver in every transaction.
I pride myself on being a quick communicator, transparent, and tirelessly dedicated to each client’s needs. Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, and my goal is to make the process as smooth and rewarding as possible. When you choose me as your realtor, you can count on someone who knows the market, understands the area, and will always have your back. Let’s work together to turn your real estate dreams into reality.
Cell: 712-339-0574
Email: [email protected]
Brand-new construction in the Iowa Great Lakes with over 3,600 finished square feet, luxury finishes, and beautiful pond views. Located in the desirable Hunter Hills development, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home combines exceptional quality,...
Experience luxury living in this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo on East Lake Okoboji, located in the Stillwater Building at Bridges Bay Resort. Completed in 2022 and sold fully furnished, this condo features beautiful finishes throughout and...
Opportunities to build your dream lake home are getting harder to find. This 50' lot in Francis Sites offers a desirable medium-to-low approach to the water and comes ready with all utilities available. Enjoy peaceful views across the lake...
Gorgeous, fully furnished and move-in ready, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Pelican Ridge offers upscale finishes, easy living, and a fun lake-area lifestyle! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home features a .35-acre lot, 2,280 square...
Beautifully renovated and ideally located in desirable Arnolds Park, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space and a backyard oasis perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The home has seen...
Stunning modern home featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and a finished 3-car garage in a highly desirable neighborhood. From the striking black exterior with stone accents and exceptional curb appeal to the thoughtfully designed interior, this...
Enjoy the ease of low-maintenance, no-steps living in this brand new 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom zero-entry (no-steps) duplex, located along the Dickinson County bike trail. Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, this home features an open floor...
Enjoy the best of summer with this charming Bridges Bay cabin! Whether you’re looking for a vacation getaway or an investment property, this fully furnished 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath cabin offers convenience. This cabin gives you full access to Bridges...
Welcome to this beautifully designed new construction 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom duplex in a great location. This zero entry home offers easy living with no steps and a bright, open layout that feels both spacious and inviting. The great room features...
Listed below assessed value, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom two-story home sits on a corner lot and offers 2,726 sq ft of living space. The main floor features a spacious front living room, kitchen and dining area with access to a covered patio, and a...
Opportunities to build your dream lake home on East Lake Okoboji are becoming increasingly rare. This 55' lakeshore lot offers peaceful views across the lake and provides the perfect setting to bring your vision to life. Whether you're dreaming of...
If you've been looking for a home with room for the whole family, this one is a must-see! The huge fenced backyard is made for making memories, featuring a spacious deck, patio with a built-in fire pit, wood playset, storage shed, and a privacy...
This well-maintained 1.5-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a flexible floor plan with a main-level bedroom. Kitchen appliances were updated in 2019, and new shingles were installed in 2023. The oversized 884-square-foot detached...
Excellent opportunity to secure a commercial lot in a convenient location near the Highway 18 and Highway 71 bypass! This 2.30-acre lot is zoned C-2 Highway Commercial. Sewer and gas are stubbed in, and the property is not located in a flood zone....
Located on a spacious .74-acre corner lot, this beautifully updated home offers 3 main-level bedrooms, 2 completely remodeled bathrooms, and a bright 4-season room to enjoy year-round. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, and the...
Escape to the country with this affordable 4.91 acre acreage. This property features several updates, including a newly built 24' x 24' garage/storage building, steel siding installed on the home (2025), a forced air furnace (2022). The barn has a...
Build your dream home on this residential lot in Spirit Lake! This brand-new neighborhood offers a great location with convenient access to town amenities, schools, and the lakes area. The lot measures 8,777 sq. ft. (.20 acres), giving you plenty...
Build your dream home on this residential lot in Spirit Lake! This brand-new neighborhood offers a great location with convenient access to town amenities, schools, and the lakes area. The lot measures 9,987 sq. ft. (.23 acres), giving you plenty...
Build your dream home on this residential lot in Spirit Lake! This brand-new neighborhood offers a great location with convenient access to town amenities, schools, and the lakes area. The lot measures 14,485 sq. ft. (.33 acres), giving you plenty...
Build your dream home on this residential lot in Spirit Lake! This brand-new neighborhood offers a great location with convenient access to town amenities, schools, and the lakes area. The lot measures 6,579 sq. ft. (.15 acres), giving you plenty...
Build your dream home on this residential lot in Spirit Lake! This brand-new neighborhood offers a great location with convenient access to town amenities, schools, and the lakes area. The lot measures 9,656 sq. ft. (.22 acres), giving you plenty...
Excellent opportunity to secure a commercial lot in a convenient location near the Highway 18 and Highway 71 bypass! This 200' x 145' (.67-acre) lot is zoned C-2 Highway Commercial and can accommodate a building up to 160' x 80'. Sewer and gas are...
Affordable opportunity! This property offers the chance to bring your vision to life and create a space that fits your needs and style. This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home has potential for renovation, investment, or a fresh start. The roof was...
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Janie was very helpful, and explained everything concerning our buying our house. Was very patient with all our questions. Highly recommend her. She went totally out of her way every time we wanted to look at a house to buy. Really took time to explain and help us understand the procedures in purchasing our house.
Janie is great to work with and I highly recommend hiring her to help you sell or buy your next home. She knows the market extremely well and she works for YOU! I've had Janie sell two of my homes now and I've also purchased two homes from her. She truly gets the job done and there is no one else I would want to work with. We've also became good friends in the process and thats a bonus as well!
Janie was very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We had a 2 hour travel time to the area for showings and she made the schedule work for us. Answered all our questions and more. Janie was wonderful to work with, highly recommend her as an agent.
Janie was excellent to work with from start to finish in helping us find our forever home! She was friendly, understanding, and always kept great open communication. I would highly recommend her to anyone searching for a new home.
Janie made our whole experience so easy. We are completely new to the area, and Janie helped us with every step. She went out of her way to expedite our search for a home, the financing, the inspector, etc. And she helped search out all the local utilities for us, so we could be prepared for the move. Janie is a true professional, and we felt so lucky to have had her on our side!
Janie was incredible! Her knowledge of the properties was outstanding! Flexible schedule and prompt in replies/callbacks! She made the process so easy for purchasing our first home and was always there day or night for any kind of questions or information we needed!! Even after we had closed on our house Janie still is answering questions for us to this day! If you need to buy/sell a property Janie is the lady!
Janie was very helpful with showing us several houses to choose from. She helped us with negotiating and we were able to get it several thousands below their asking price. She worked with us as we had to have our closing date extended. We really appreciated all the time and effort Janie put in to get our new home in Spencer.
Janie helped us purchase a cabin in the Bridges Bay Resort and did an excellent job. She was very responsive when we had questions. We are not local and Janie went the extra mile helping us to sell some of the items left by the previous owner. We would recommend Janie to anyone in need of a realtor in the Okoboji area.
Janie was extremely helpful, professional, and excellent with communication during the homebuying process. Helping us through the process made it much less stressful, especially during the negotiation phase. As first time homebuyers, she was great to work with and did a good job of communicating with us and letting us know what to expect, how the process works, and what steps to take to ensure closing. We will be sure to use Janie for any future real estate endeavors!
We got connected with Janie by pure luck from Zillow, and we were so impressed with her. From our first meeting, her responsiveness, and especially her willingness to get more information for us. She was so helpful through every step of the process. She went above and beyond by coordinating with surveyors, City Officials on utilities, and getting HOA documents. We could not have found a better agent to help us find our Okoboji Home!