Eric Hoien, Broker/Owner, CRS, CDPE

Eric is a lifelong resident of the Iowa Great Lakes area and graduated from Spirit Lake schools and Iowa State University. With over 25 years in the real estate profession, you will benefit from his thorough knowledge of the business and the many benefits of real estate ownership. Eric holds the CRS designation (Certified Residential Specialist) which is held by less than 4% of real estate licensees across the country. Eric's family includes wife Kelly, sons Riley and Finley, and daughter Josie. Eric loves spending time enjoying the lakes, winter, spring, summer and fall. Email Eric at Eric@Hoien.com

Blaine Hoien, REALTOR® Emeritus  

Blaine started the Blaine Hoien agency in 1952 after realizing that a desk job in the banking industry was not for him. Blaine has seen many changes in the lakes area since moving here after World War II, and has been one of the driving forces of positive change in the Iowa Great Lakes area. Blaine was designated as REALTOR® Emeritus in January 2008 by the Iowa Association of REALTORS® for his 55-plus years of commitment to the real estate industry. Although not actively licensed, Blaine is our 'sounding board' of wisdom, as he has seen almost every real estate situation or market that there is.

Marilyn Strickland, Broker Associate

Marilyn Strickland is also a lifelong resident of the Iowa Great Lakes having graduated from Arnolds Park along with a dual degree from Westmar College. With close to a quarter of a century in the real estate business (all with Hoien Realty), Marilyn is quick to expound on the many reasons why living in the Iowa Great Lakes is so great. You will benefit from Marilyn's Graduate, Realtor Institute (GRI) designation. Marilyn's expertise in the industry is unsurpassed, and yet she finds time to spend on causes she strongly believes in, including the Humane Society, KJIA Christian radio, creating awareness and concern for U.S. veterans and troops, just to name a few. Marilyn and husband Dean reside in the heart of the lakes area, Okoboji. Email Marilyn at marilyn@hoien.com

Amy Maris, REALTOR® Associate

Amy is a lifelong summer resident of Okoboji and the lakes area, and has lived here year round since 1996; it goes without saying that Amy knows the area like very few do. Having grown up in Ottumwa, Amy is thirid genertion real estate and her interpersonal skills are unparralleled having earned her degree in Elementary Education.  Amy's love for the area is contagious and her 'it's my pleasure' approach to client care is amazing. Having been licensed since 2005, you will benefit from Amy's enthusiasm and concern for each transaction, as well as each and every client. Amy has never forgotten the words of her father, "If a community is good to you, you should be good to the community." As a result, the YMCA, Camp Foster, the Sprit Lake Parents In Education, and the Methodist Church all benefit from her efforts. Amy and husband John have sons Rick and Ryan and daughter Nancy Lynn to share their love of boating, biking, fishing, and spending time outdoors in the Iowa Great Lakes. Email Amy at amy@hoien.com

Jodi Wollmuth, REALTOR® Associate

Jodi Wollmuth has been a resident of the Iowa Great Lakes since 1983 and graduated from Spirit Lake High School. After attending Minnesota State University, she came home to work in the family manufacturing business, Aero-Dec for 15 years where she gained valuable business, people, and communication skills, all the while growing and raising her family of six with her husband Jason. Jodi is not new to the real estate business, as she has personally bought and sold at least 7 properties here at the lakes area. “Real estate is my passion, and I will work hard to make sure that I not only meet, but exceed my clients expectations.  In my mind, there is no better place to live in the state of Iowa than the Iowa Great Lakes, and I look forward to showing you why. I hope to make the real estate transaction easy, enjoyable, and most of all, FUN for my clients.” Jodi can be reached at JodiW@Hoien.com

Jodi Miller, Listing/Marketing Manager

Jodi obtained her real estate license in 2004 and has been dedicated to Hoien Realty since 1997. Jodi is a wizard when it comes to tracking listings and making sure that they are forefront in the public eye through our various marketing avenues, which include website maintenance, all printed promotion, along with keeping the Multiple Listing Service information 'up to the minute'. Jodi and husband John have one son Andrew and two daughters, Ashley & Anna. Jodi enjoys the YMCA, spending time with her family, and donating time and energy to First Lutheran Church.  You can reach Jodi at jodi@hoien.com

Debbie Greenfield, Closing Coordinator/Office Manager

Debbie has been dedicated to Hoien Realty since 2003 and obtained her real estate license in 2004. Along with overseeing the office in an accounting role, Debbie also takes care of tracking and managing the closing process once the purchase agreement moves to closing. Debbie's attention to detail makes the process seamless and makes the closing process easy and enjoyable. Debbie and her husband Sherwyn have two grown sons, Nick and Kelly, along with two grandchildren Natalee & Trevyn. Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and grandkids, along with working out at the YMCA and traveling with Sherwyn to practical pistol shooting competitions. Email Debbie at deb@hoien.com

Marge Gregerson, Public Relations

Marge has been dedicated to Hoien Realty since 2002 and serves as our "can do" person at the office. Whether assisting with a mailing campaign, updating records, or coordinating with the abstract office, Marge is a joy to work with and has great knowledge of the Iowa Great Lakes. She and her husband Don have four grown children and nine grandchildren. Don & Marge enjoy their family time with those close at hand as well as those at a distance.