Let's start with a little history.  I orginally started in real estate as a receptionist, and I had really wanted the job because I thought that being a real estate agent might be the job for me.  As I grew older and started to find skills I didn't know I had in school, it seemed like a good fit.  After watching the other agents and absorbing everything that they did, I finally knew it was right for me, and started classes.  After passing my test with flying colors, I picked out my desk and got to work.  I had two listings by the second week of having my license, and it's only gotten better from there. 

Other than real estate, I love to write.  I've done that all my life, and have a goal to get a novel published before I die.  I love to fish and camp, and I've recently discovered biking - especially on Mora's great bike trails.  I'm also a bit of a homebody, and love to spend time at my home in Brook Park, Minnesota just relaxing.  I really love interior projects like painting, but don't have much time for that kind of thing.  It's a slow process for me.  One room at a time.  I have a few cats and dogs, which I love like crazy.  Shiloh, our beagle, was adopted from a shelter when she was about a year and a half old.  I think she's absolutely hilarious and crazy smart.  She learns faster than I would ever expect a dog to learn.    We also have Jane, my rat terrier/beagle cross.  She keeps life interesting and helps to burn off some of Shiloh's energy.    My cats have distinct individual personalities.  Henry is the cuddler, Harold is the alpha male with an attitude.  Liger, who is over two years old, is a big whining baby, and last but not least is Briggita, who we call Briggy or Briggy monster.  Briggy's dad is Harold, and the attitude is genetic.  Briggy is hypoglycemic, and she nearly died quite a few times when she was a kitten.  I bottle fed her and developed such an attachment with her that she ended up staying at our house, too.  Not all the cats are inside cats, but they all are pretty sweet.

I love selling real estate.  It is my passion and my joy.  If you are looking for Mora Minnesota real estate, or Pine City Minnesota real estate, I am the expert and would love the opportunity to earn your business!  Please consider me for all of your real estate needs!

I personally specialize in a lot of different areas, but I can definitely narrow it down to my best skills.  I am great with first time homebuyers.  Having been through the process myself and not having any idea what I was doing, I made it my own personal goal to make sure that never happened to any of my clients.  I do my best to explain EVERYTHING so that you understand what you are getting into.  The last thing I want is for you to say at ANY time down the road "I wish Joslyn would have explained this" or "Why didn't Joslyn tell us that?".  I take my experience and turn it around so that I can help you be as confident in your purchase as possible.

I also consider foreclosures one of my fortes.  Whether you are looking to buy one or are in any situation that involves a foreclosure in Minnesota, I can answer your questions.  I spend a lot of time studying the subject, and I love to work hard to help sellers and clients in good times and bad.  I can map out the whole process for you, and show you what will happen if you try for a short sale, or simply are trying to sell after the redemption period.

As far as geographically, I cover all of Minnesota, but my areas of specialty are Kanabec County real estate, Pine County real estate, Mille Lacs County real estate, Aitkin County real estate, Isanti County real estate, and Chisago County real estate.

"Joslyn was great to work with. We looked a several places and if for one reason or another they didn't work out she was always up beat and willing to go the extra mile to try and find something we would like. We would recommend her to anyone."  --- Bob & Petie

"Joslyn was great! We had an offer on our house just a few months after we listed it and sold it a total of six months from the date we listed it. She utilizes many different ways to advertise houses and is great at keeping in contact with her sellers. I would highly recommend her!" - Becky

I have an extensive internet presence, including MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and more.  I am often seen out and about locally, participate in local events and gatherings. 

This job is my full time job, and I am available Monday through Friday and most Saturdays and Sundays, unless I am on appointments.  Feel free to stop by our office anytime on Union Street in Mora. 

Along with my internet marketing, I also produce flyers and mailings in the area.  I compose slideshows for internet websites on my listings, and promote them with bulletins, e-mails, and agent flyers.  Marketing is also something I love to do, and I try to do an amazing job on all my marketing materials.

Besides all the things mentioned above, I have personal traits that I can offer you as a buyer or seller.  I am determined and motivated.  Being young is a plus - I'm energetic and driven.  I am constantly learning more and more about real estate so I can be the agent you deserve.  I have many years of experience backing me here at Northern Lights Realty  and I'm not afraid to use it.  I bring a fresh new outlook on buying and selling property, and that alone will make your entire experience with me worthwhile.

Check me out on myspace - www.myspace.com/joslynpanka  Don't forget to add me as a friend!

View my personal website anytime at www.joslynsells.com

Check out all the listings in Minnesota on the Northern Lights website at www.northernlightsmora.com

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