Schrunk Team
Mike and Sharon Schrunk
- 712.541.9317
- mike@mikeknowsboji.com
- http://www.sellboji.com
- B17369000, 40385663
- Licensed in Iowa, Minnesota.
About Schrunk Team
If you are looking for life-experience, up-to-date knowledge, integrity, and one-step-above service...when buying, selling, or investing in real estate... Please Read...Mike grew up on a diversified farm in western Iowa...learning the value of hard work and focus; however, when it was time to relax, his family often vacationed in a favorite spot, the Iowa Great Lakes. After high school, Mike went on to become part of the Northwestern National Championship Red Raiders football team, where he began his lifelong interest in business, sales, and marketing. He became a licensed real estate salesman immediately following college.
After earning his real estate license, Mike first worked in agricultural real estate sales, along with the fast-paced field of livestock auctioneering. Quick thinking and the ability to read body language were skills honed. Mike later was introduced to General Aviation Aircraft sales by a friend, and Mike turned the corner, for a time, to aviation. Mike earned both his MEII (Multi-engine Instructor-Instrument) and AGII (Advanced Ground
Instructor-Instrument) ratings in order to better position himself for sales in aviation. Instead of aviation sales; however, he went on to work for the Federal Aviation Administration in the Air-Traffic Control Division taking him to Oklahoma City, Kansas City, Colorado Springs, and finally back to his home state of Iowa. Returning to Iowa and remembering the Okoboji Lifestyle, Mike and is wife, Sharon, chose to move with their four young children to the Iowa Great Lakes, recognizing this as a great location with excellent schools...perfect for raising their family. Here, in the Great Lakes, Mike has enjoyed a very successful career in Marine Sales at both Parks Marina and Mau Marine before turning back to his first passion...real estate sales. Through Mike’s success in the boat industry, where he sold hundreds upon hundreds of boats, as well as his consistent real estate sales, Mike has a very well-connected sphere of influence and in-depth knowledge of this region. Mike states that his main goal as a realtor is to alleviate the stress that can surface for a client when buying or selling a property. Because of this, Mike chooses to spend considerable time and resources to continually enhance his knowledge base benefiting his clients. Mike has earned his broker’s license; GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute) designation; CNE (Certified Negotiation Expert) designation, as well as, his CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) designation. Some of his recent course work has included Negotiation Strategies, Contract Law, Federal and State Real Estate Finance for First-Time Home Buyers, Appraising and Market Analysis, in addition to many others. Mike brings the most up-to-date knowledge, life experiences, focus, hard work, as well as, integrity, and service to his real estate business. Questions can be directed to Mike Schrunk at 712.541.9397. He looks forward to working with you.
Area Insights
The Waterfront
The Waterfront has been a really great addition to the Iowa Great Lakes. Located on the Bridges Bay campus, it is easy to find by car or boat. Streak, seafood, pasta, crepes, pizza and numerous delicious sides on the shores of East Lake will have you always coming back for more. Also try their Sunday brunch, it will not disappoint.
Walleye Weekend
Its almost here!!! Walleye Weekend marks the beginning of another great summer here in the Okoboji Area. Anglers from all over come to try and catch the prize fish. Our local DNR tag and release specific Walleyes while they are gillnetting in the Spring. Whether you are fishing from shore or by boat, you cannot go wrong. It is a great time to get the season started and check out the local restaurants. Maybe you will catch the big one. For more information about Walleye Weekend you can go to http://okobojichamber.com/events-calendar/iowa-great-lakes-walleye-weekend/
Captains Getaway
Whether you want to sit and enjoy great live music or eat a juicy steak with a lobster tail, this is a great place to spend some time. They have great ownership accompanied by a great staff. You just cannot go wrong. Located in the center of the action on Broadway Street, you are within walking distance of Arnolds Park Amusement Park. You should definitely stop in, enjoy a nice meal and listen to some great music.
Family, Fishing, Fun
If you are looking for a place to catch a bunch of fish in a short period of time, the dock in Minnewashta right off of Sawmill Park in Arnolds Park is the place. Fish with a worm or throw a crank bait, you can't go wrong. This spot located in the center of the lakes area allows you to bring your children to play on the nice equipment, or have a family gathering at the recently remodeled shelter. These waters are well known for perch, bluegill, pike, crappie, walleye, yellows, and smallmouth and largemouth bass. With two different places to launch a boat, Minnewashta is a great place for some family fun.
Big Spirit Lake, Small Town Feel
Separated from the rest of the Iowa Great Lakes, Big Spirit has a lot to offer. Big Spirit is actually located in Iowa and in Minnesota. This quiet setting offers a number of different lake views as well as access to fantastic fishing. While your are there, stop at the Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery. Every year they use gillnetting to catch and release walleye, muskie and pike using each fish to help breed a new batch of fish for the year. Often times the DNR catches very large fish and put them on display in one of their many fish tanks. The DNR professionals harvest fish eggs and release them after they hatch. Stop by and see the in the Spring, you will not be disappointed.
Quality Ice Fishing
The ice is in and its time to mark some fish! Drag the sled right down the ramp off of Dam Road in Arnolds Park and you are catching fish in minutes. On Minnewashta, no spot is a bad spot. Surrounded by a number of beautiful lake homes, the scene is perfect for drilling some holes and jigging your way to a fresh meal. Gills, perch, crappie and walleye will keep you busy in your fish shack. If have not fished on Lake Minnewashta, now is the time.
Hidden Gem
Beautiful views and living on the lake without all the other commotion. Silver Lake in Ayrshire is a great place to find tranquility with every day life. Boating, fishing and friendly neighbors is what you will find in this hidden gem.