SHIPMAN + KOLKMAN provide exceptional real estate services, innovative marketing, and extraordinary attention to detail. As we lead the industry in service standards, our clients receive creative, custom marketing plans; innovative house-hunting methods, and technology that enables our associates to exceed client expectations.

Todd Shipman has been listing and selling real estate for more than ten years.  Dedicated to education in real estate, he has earned the titles of Certified Residential Specialist® and Certified International Property Specialist®.  Todd is a graduate of the REALTOR® Institute and has served as President of the Minneapolis Area Association of REALTORS®, the leading regional advocate and provider of information, research, and education on the real estate industry for brokers, real estate professionals, and the public.
Todd provides a straightforward, honest, and insightful approach. Through his involvement in professional organizations Todd has the opportunity to network with the top real estate professionals locally, nationally and around the world, which helps him bring a fresh approach to every property he represents.

Ben Kolkman is an eleven-year sales and marketing veteran, with experience in Real Estate, Information Technology, and Medical Devices.  Ben’s primary focus is on the teams Internet Marketing Strategy and on historic urban housing. He covers the Twin Cities Real Estate market in his blog, and is a regular contributor to other local real estate media outlets.  His passions include urban neighborhoods, historic restoration & green remodeling.  Ben’s comfortable, professional approach makes him an effective negotiator, and easy for his clients to work with.