Gina Licari Homes

08/25/2026

JUST REDUCED!

Motivated sellers just dropped this quiet year-round property on a semi-private lake by $20K.

📍 43150 Shenandoah Loop, Dent, MN
📍 1 hour from Fargo/Moorhead
📍 3 hours from the Twin Cities
🛏️ 4 BD | 🛁 2 BA | 2,060 SF

🔑 Showings available. DM or call to schedule yours.

Listed by Gina Licari, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW 📞 402-212-7874 📧 [email protected]
MLS #7103633
https://l.hms.pt/69/1/7103633/77913927/1125183/o2

07/17/2026

Sick of crowded lakes and busy sandbars?

Hoffman Lake is different. At just 157 acres with fewer than 50 homes on the entire lake, it's the kind of place where your morning coffee comes with loon calls instead of boat motors. Where summer swims are quiet and ice fishing season is just as peaceful as July. No big wakes to knock over your paddle board or crowds to fight for the best fishing spots.

The property itself? Just over an acre of complete seclusion. The road off the highway winds through a tunnel of trees and when you pull into the driveway, you can't see or hear a single neighbor. It feels like you've discovered something — like driving into a fairy tale. The yard is flat leading down to the water, perfect for barefoot summers and easy lake access on snow shoes.

The year-round home is a modified A-frame. The 3-season porch and the large deck give you options no matter the weather — morning sunrises with coffee, afternoon shade with a book, evening card games while the snow falls. The primary bedroom has its own fireplace and a view of the lake that will make it hard to get out of bed. Storage everywhere, inside and out.

The perfect spot to escape the crowds with shopping and dining just a short drive away in any direction!

📍 43150 Shenandoah Loop, Dent, MN
📍 1 hour from Fargo/Moorhead
📍 3 hours from the Twin Cities

🛏️ 4 BD | 🛁 2 BA | 2,060 SF

🔑 Showings available. DM or call to schedule yours.

Listed by Gina Licari, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW 📞 402-212-7874 📧 [email protected]

MLS #7103633
https://l.hms.pt/69/1/7103633/77913927/1125183/o2

07/09/2026

Come see your new year-round lake home nestled between Dent and Vergas this weekend with open houses Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

This modified A-frame features:
✅ Year-round Living
✅ Over 1 Acre Lot Surrounded by Trees
✅ 150' of East-Facing Shoreline
✅ Flat Yard to the Lake
✅ 3-Season Porch and a Deck

📍 43150 Shenandoah Loop, Dent, MN
💰 $490,000
🛏️ 4 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 2,060 Sq Ft

Listed by Gina Licari, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW 📞 402-212-7874 📧 [email protected]

MLS #7103633
https://l.hms.pt/69/1/7103633/77913927/1125183/o2

07/03/2026

Looking for a private lake escape where you can't see a single neighbor?

Welcome to Hoffman Lake — one of Otter Tail County's peaceful hidden gems. Great fishing. Great swimming. No crowds. Nestled between Dent and Vergas — two charming small towns with great dining and local shops.

This modified A-frame features:
✅ Year-round Living
✅ Over 1 Acre Lot Surrounded by Trees
✅ 150' of East-Facing Shoreline
✅ Flat Yard to the Lake
✅ 3-Season Porch and a Deck

📍 43150 Shenandoah Loop, Dent, MN
💰 $490,000
🛏️ 4 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 2,060 Sq Ft
🌊 150' Hoffman Lake Frontage

📸 More photos coming soon. 🔑 Showings begin 7/10

Listed by Gina Licari, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW 📞 402-212-7874 📧 [email protected]

MLS #7103633
https://l.hms.pt/69/1/7103633/77913927/1125183/o2

Buying or selling a home is a big deal. It’s exciting, emotional, occasionally stressful. Whether you’re buying your very first home or selling a place full of memories, I'm here to guide you home — without losing your mind!

06/18/2026

⚠️ Warning: This question has started arguments between spouses. 😂

🏡 Let's play a quick game...

You're buying your first home and can only choose THREE of these as your top priorities:

✅ Location
✅ Price
✅ Size
✅ Yard/Outdoor Space
✅ Kitchen
✅ Short Commute
✅ Extra Rooms
✅ Move-In Ready

What's making your Top 3?

One of the biggest surprises for first-time homebuyers is realizing they probably won't get everything on their wish list—and that's okay!

The key is knowing what's truly important to you before you start touring homes. Having clear priorities helps you make confident decisions and avoid falling in love with a house that doesn't actually fit your lifestyle.

Drop your Top 3 in the comments! 👇

And if you're wondering where to even begin with the home-buying process, send me a message. I'd love to help you create a game plan.

🏡 Gina Licari | Keller Williams Classic Realty NW

06/09/2026

Raise your hand if you've ever had a strong opinion about something you didn't fully understand. 🙋‍♀️

Mine was solar panels.

For years, I assumed a solar-powered house meant I'd be sitting in the dark every time it rained, unable to watch my beloved Bravo shows. (A true crisis.)

After actually learning how residential solar works, I realized I had it completely wrong.

So now I need your opinion:

☀️ Solar panels on a house...
👍 Big selling point?
👎 Turn-off?
🤷 Don't care either way?

Tell me what you think! I'm curious whether buyers see solar as a perk or a pass.

Learn how residential solar power works, why costs are falling worldwide, and how to calculate your payback period with clear examples and real data.

06/03/2026

🏡 Confession time...

Have you spent hours scrolling Zillow, mentally arranging furniture in homes you've never seen, and planning your future life in a kitchen that isn't yours? Just me? 😅

If you're a renter dreaming about buying a home someday, here's your reminder: you don't have to wait until your lease is almost up to start the conversation.

In fact, the earlier you start, the better.

Part Two of my First-Time Homebuyer's Guide covers:
✨ How to create your home wish list
✨ Must-haves vs. nice-to-haves
✨ How to avoid falling in love with a house that's completely wrong for you
✨ Tips for making your home search way less overwhelming

The goal isn't to buy tomorrow. The goal is to have a plan so when the right time comes, you're ready to roll instead of scrambling.

Think of it like training for a marathon. You wouldn't wake up and run 26.2 miles tomorrow... and you probably shouldn't start house hunting that way either. 😂

Check out Part Two here 👇
https://ginalicari.kw.com/blog/part-two-your-first-time-homebuyers-guide

And tell me: what's the one thing your future home absolutely MUST have? 🏠

IntroductionIn First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide (Part One) [LR1] we covered key elements such as deciding to buy, finding your agent and securing…

06/02/2026

Buying a home doesn’t have to feel overwhelming!

🔑 Our no cost, no obligation Home Buyer Seminar will teach you everything you need to know about buying a home in today's market—whether it's your first or your next! Hosted by the experts at Cross Country Mortgage.

This event is ideal for:
🏠 First-time homebuyers
📈 Investors
🔑 Move-up buyers
💡 Anyone interested in understanding today’s real estate market

Seats are limited! 👉 RSVP now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F9ilXPpYQZag5LikvEpWNw #/registration

Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

05/31/2026

UPDATE: Back on the market after buyers got cold feet.

This updated home in Farmington, MN features new windows and doors, AC, Furnace, Water Heater, Water Softener, appliances, and carpet all within the last 5 years. The solar panels will be fully paid off at closing and the hot tub in the back is salt water. Reach out today to see this beauty!

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Welcome to Farmington! This 5 bed, 2 bath, 3 car home has been updated and is waiting for you! What Updates you may ask? 2021: solar panels and water softener. 2023: stainless steel appliances, Andersen windows, doors, water heater. 2026: HVAC and Carpet. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of three b...

05/26/2026

Still renting because your lease isn’t up yet? 👀
You do not have to wait until you’re 30 days out to start the homebuying conversation.

In fact, the smartest first-time buyers start early — not because they need to buy tomorrow, but because it gives them time to:
🏡 Understand the process
💰 Create a game plan for savings + credit
📅 Know their timeline options
🔑 Feel confident when the right time comes

A pressure-free conversation now can help you avoid stress later — and when you’re ready to make a move, you’ll be able to hit the ground running instead of scrambling.

Here is Part One of my First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide to walk you through exactly where to start 👇

https://ginalicari.kw.com/blog/part-one-your-first-time-homebuyers-guide

If you’ve been wondering whether buying could be possible for you someday, let’s chat. No pressure. No commitment. Just information and a plan. 🤍

IntroductionAs shared in the second edition of Your First Home, written…