Jeff has worked in the real estate field since 1980.  He was born and raised in the Aitkin area and is more familiar with the local market than most.  As a real estate broker and agent, he has pariticipated in many of the sales that are used for comparable sales in the appraisal field.  He completes approximately 60 appraisals per year in addition to his real estate agent duties.  Jeff has two children, a son and a daughter who occupy most of his free time.  He also enjoys snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities that the Aitkin area has to offer.