About Us

Accessible Leadership. Strategic Support.

Join a brokerage where the leadership is as invested in your brand as you are.

NOW Realty provides honest, transparent leadership that empowers seasoned Realtors to operate at their highest level. We offer the "back-office" strength of a full-time broker and staff, ensuring you have the strategic advocacy needed to navigate complex transactions with ease.

The Vibe: A positive, energetic, and high-integrity workspace where expectations are clear and professional excellence is the standard.

Joel Oakland

Owner, Managing Broker

Decades of Expertise. A Future-Forward Vision

Joel Oakland is the Managing Broker and driving force behind NOW Realty’s agent-centric philosophy. Since entering the industry in 1992, Joel has mastered the complexities of the Minnesota market, moving from a top-producing REALTOR® to the founder of one of the Twin Cities' most successful independent brokerages. The Edge: Joel specializes in creating high-efficiency systems that provide maximum value for clients and unparalleled freedom for agents. His extensive network—spanning local builders to national relocation firms—provides a strategic advantage for the self-sufficient "Mobile Agent." At NOW Realty, Joel acts as a lifetime resource and strategic partner, ensuring you have the broker support needed to win in an evolving AI-driven market.

Phone: 612-414-3686 | Email: joel@nowrealty.net

Maggie Kreitlow

Operations Director, Branding Specialist, Notary Public

Since 2013, Maggie has been the operational backbone of NOW Realty, providing elite-level support that allows our agents to focus exclusively on their clients. As a specialist in Real Estate Operations, she streamlines the listing process through expert MLS management, professional sign logistics, and seamless showing service coordination. Beyond the back office, Maggie serves as our in-house Social Media Architect. She collaborates directly with agents to execute high-impact digital strategies, optimizing their online presence and managing brand reputation to ensure they stand out in a tech-driven market.

Fuel Your Creativity. Love Your Career.

Why settle for a sterile corporate office? NOW Realty offers a modern, open-concept environment designed to spark inspiration and foster genuine connections. We encourage our agents to bring their unique personalities to the table, creating a collaborative real estate hub in Maple Grove that feels like home.

Experience a Twin Cities real estate brokerage that prioritizes both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Our creative office environment is built for the modern Maverick—the agent who demands tech-forward tools and a supportive, positive atmosphere.

Modern Workspace. Authentic Community.

Helping clients navigate the "American Dream" is a profound responsibility. At NOW Realty, we provide the infrastructure so you can focus on the human side of real estate. Surround yourself with a team that values your success as much as you do.

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