Most people know me as a luxury real estate agent & the co-founder of LakePlace.com, but what they may not know is that I also own over 200 domain names. Some are broad, national names like Lakebase.com (Lakebase – an up coming national database of lakes), LakeSuperiorResort.com, and BrainerdResort.com, while others are hyper-local names that connect directly to my real estate work – like LakeBavaria.com, ChaskaMN.com, EdenPrairieMN.com, and Minnewashta.com.
Domains Are Digital Real Estate
I look at domain names (.com in particular) the same way I look at houses, lots, or lakefront property – they are prime real estate. Just as location matters in the physical world, location matters online too. A great domain name is like a highly visible corner lot: it attracts attention, builds credibility, and becomes a foundation for growth. By securing these names, I’m building a portfolio of valuable “digital properties” that will only increase in importance as more people rely on the internet to search for homes, lakes, and communities.
Local Expertise Meets Digital Vision
As a Realtor who specializes in luxury homes, lakeshore properties, and specific neighborhoods, owning domains like EdenPrairieMN.com, ChanhassenMN.com, ChaskaMN.com or LakeBavaria.com gives me a unique advantage. These names aren’t just investments – they’re potential platforms for sharing community insights, showcasing homes for sale, and connecting buyers and sellers to the places they love most. My goal is to combine local expertise with digital visibility so my clients get the best of both worlds: traditional real estate service backed by modern online reach.
Building for the Future
Domains like Lakebase.com could eventually grow into nationwide resources, while local domains like Minnewashta.com might become go-to hubs for lakefront buyers in Chanhassen. Even if some names remain “parked” for now, they represent opportunities – for partnerships, future platforms, or enhanced marketing for my clients. Just as I help buyers and sellers find long-term value in real estate, I see these domains as long-term assets that reinforce my role not only as a Realtor but also as someone invested in the communities I serve.