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Messina & Associates proudly stands as the largest locally owned and operated real estate firm in the Duluth and Superior area.
Our Culture
• At Messina & Associates, you’re more than just a Realtor — you’re part of a family. Our team thrives on collaboration, mutual support, and a shared passion for helping clients achieve their dreams of homeownership.
• Serving Duluth and the surrounding areas since 1982, we have built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and results. Our agents are trusted by clients and respected in the community. We’ve built a “Tradition of Trust”.
• We believe in empowering our agents with the tools, training, and mentorship they need to succeed. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your real estate career, we’re here to help you thrive.
• Messina & Associates isn’t just about helping clients buy and sell homes — we’re about building community. We’re proud to support local charities and events that make Duluth a wonderful place to live and work.
• We value work-life balance and agent autonomy. We provide the freedom to run your business your way, while offering the support you need to succeed. Our agents are equipped with cutting-edge technology and personalized marketing strategies to ensure they stand out in a competitive market.

About Messina & Associates
Since 1982, Messina & Associates has been a trusted leader in real estate across Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota, serving communities like Duluth, Hermantown, Esko, Proctor, Two Harbors, and Cloquet.
As the largest locally owned and operated firm in the area, we provide our agents with the tools, support, and reputation they need to succeed in a competitive market. Our team of full-time professionals is passionate about more than just buying and selling homes — we’re committed to building relationships, staying ahead of market trends, and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
When you join Messina & Associates, you’re not just joining a brokerage; you’re becoming part of a supportive community that values your growth, success, and long-term career. Here, we’re more than real estate agents — we’re trusted advisors and lifelong friends in real estate.

How We Operate
• We believe your hard work should be rewarded. Our competitive commission structure ensures you earn what you deserve, with opportunities for growth. We offer split structures that can be tailored to your specific needs as an agent!
• We invest in your success with ongoing training, weekly meetings, mentorship programs, and access to the latest market insights to keep you at the top of your game. We offer the freedom to manage your own schedule, work the way that suits you best, and build a business that reflects your unique style.
• Our agents have access to top-notch marketing support, cutting-edge technology, and personalized branding strategies to help grow their business. Worried about creating your own website? Don’t worry! We provide all of our agents with their very own website free of charge.
• Our dedicated administrative team is here to handle the details, allowing you to focus on building relationships and closing deals. Offering property marketing options, notary services, and lead support just to name a few, we are here to help you accomplish your goals!
• Our team culture fosters collaboration, sharing of best practices, and mutual support. We also believe in giving back. Our agents are encouraged to get involved in local causes and events, strengthening both personal and professional connections.
• When you join Messina & Associates, you’re backed by a trusted name that clients in the Duluth and Superior areas know and respect!

Testimonial
"I have been selling real estate since 1984, including owning my own company for nine of those years, assisting buyers, sellers and investors to enjoy and find their own piece of the American Dream. This has been a wonderful career for me and I am appreciative of the opportunity to serve my customers and clients. About 5 years ago when I was asked by a few Messina agents and Frank Messina to join their professional "team" of Messina agents, I decided to seriously consider a move to a different company. I was looking for a change and something to challenge my knowledge and experience to be an even better agent. Since joining Messina, I have learned this has been a great fit for my professional development and the challenge for which I have searched. This impressive group of colleagues I work with along with our staff are here every day doing their best, supporting each other to also better serve our clients best interest and learning changes and intricacies of the business. I now know that this is something I should have done a long time ago."
Jeanne Tondryk - Realtor
How Do I Get Licensed To Sell Real Estate?
To get licensed in MN,
Here’s a link to the Dept of Commerce guide:
To get licensed in WI,
Here’s a link to the Dept of Commerce guide:
What are the next steps?
Schedule a no-obligation call with one of our experienced brokers to discover what makes Messina & Associates the right fit for your real estate career.
Give us a call at 218-728-4436 and ask for Frank, Mike, or Matt!
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