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Guess who might come to town...Jonny P! shocked.gif

I may have two seperate job opportunities in the Rochester area so I would like to look into the real estate situation a little before I accept one, the other or niether. Does anyone know of a GOOD-n-HONEST real estate agent that I could contact to do some checking for me. Please don't post any links, commercial contact info blah blah blah. Just shoot me a email- [email protected] .

Thanks

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Jon,

I can honestly say I don't think there's a better city in the entire midwest that's in a better real estate position. In turn, there are a ton of agents. Rochester doesn't waver with the economy like other cities. Mayo Clinic is solid as solid can be. IBM, maybe not as rock-solid, but it's a powerhouse and not going anywhere anytime soon.

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sent you an e-mail

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Jon,

I sent you one as well.

Andy

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Sent you an email as well

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I just bought a house in Roch, but wouldn't recommend my agent to anybody.

Musky fishing is tough in the area. There are a few places that have potential in the fall, but otherwise traveling is the best option. Or maybe you know something I don't....

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Musky fishing is tough in the area. There are a few places that have potential in the fall, but otherwise traveling is the best option. Or maybe you know something I don't....


I've been thinking the same thing since I saw your post last evening. The only downfall of Rochester, is your at least a hours drive from legit musky waters. True we have the Zumbro, but I just as well take the drive to either French to the West or Tonka to the North.

Andy

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From what I have heard I need to get one of those flippy rods you tie a bug on the end to fish that area. grin.gif

I have considered the musky deal and figure if the money is good enough I can travel, plus I have found a new interest in rivers. I bet I can find a few bends that need exploring in that neck of the woods.

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JP,

I've tried bug fishing and thats fun and all, but now your talking my language when you start talking river bends and 8+ foot rods

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I bet I can find a few bends that need exploring in that neck of the woods.


Oh yeah! smirk.gif I'd be glad to take you on a few bends that are definatley worth your time! And no flippy rods needed.

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I've tried bug fishing and thats fun and all, but now your talking my language when you start talking river bends and 8+ foot rods


Did someone get the bug? blush.gif

You plan on coming up again? Bring Mr. Thiem with you!

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8+ foot rods


Tyler, my shortest fly rod is an 8 footer, the rest are 9'+ tongue.gif

Jon, there are plenty of warmwater opportunities with a flyrod. If you want a real challenge, catch those Esox on the fly. That's one fo the few gamefish I have yet to target with my flyrod.

On a similar note to the "other" JP, I have an opportunity to take a position in Lanesboro, however, my wife is reluctant to move again. No matter what tactic I use, she is still not convinced...

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Yep Hanson, and It's an itch that I'd rather scratch sooner than later. That Thiem guy and I have tossed the idea around a few times and hopefully we can make it work soon!

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This is how you put on 419 miles and never leave Rochester. I think I have a feel for the terrain now. confused.giflaugh.gif

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You drove right by a ton of good fishing holes!

Let me know when you need help with the move...

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