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We’re a driven lot, fueled by challenges and passionate about growth. We believe a high tide raises all boats and as we move forward we want to bring everyone with us.
Every summer we get together as a team and give back to a few special families. It’s a special way we connect with our community. Do you know a family who could use a little exterior TLC?
We believe in our people. We know a great company is built with talented individuals and we’re always looking for great people. Learn more about our roles here. If one sings to you, drop us a line, and let’s connect.
Michael was first introduced to construction and entrepreneurship growing up alongside his father. Mike started a summer painting business while attending UMD, and quickly became involved in remodeling and real estate. With each new house, there were numerous new projects which proved to be a excellent hands-on education in the trades. Since then Mike has blossomed into a local entrepreneur and real estate investor. Heirloom is the combination of Mike’s life in real estate which includes management, realty, and construction. He enjoys sharing his experience to help new investors find property, solve financing and work through renovations. He’s a lifelong learner with other pursuits both entrepreneurial and personal including saw-milling, fine furniture making, running, cooking, and traveling. Accomplishments:
Nick grew up in the twin cities and fell in love with Duluth and the North Shore while earning his B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota Duluth. While attending UMD, he ran a summer painting business and was introduced to Michael Schraepfer. The two became fast friends, both shared an interest in entrepreneurship and rental properties. His entry into rental property ownership was spurred through the help of Michael and has allowed him to continue to invest in properties over the years. In 2013 Nick was nominated for the Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success Award alongside Michael and one other partner. After a brief relocation to Minneapolis, Nick, his wife, and children “came home” as he likes to say, and joined the Heirloom team. Nick brings many years of business and project management experience to Heirloom. When not at work Nick enjoys spending time outdoors with his family, mountain biking, and exploring Duluth’s abundant parks. Accomplishments:
Sarah grew up in the Duluth Area and earned her B.S. in Criminology and Sociology from the University of Minnesota Duluth. After working for a couple of local non-profits in management roles, Sarah began her career in real estate and property management in 2013. In 2018, Sarah was introduced to Michael and became a part of Heirloom, bringing over a decade of small business management and real estate experience to the team. She enjoys process development, coaching, and building teams, with a major emphasis on building and scaling efficient operations. When not working, Sarah enjoys the outdoors (especially weekends at the cabin on Lake Vermillion), sewing, and shooting hoops with her three kids.
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Dawn grew up in rural Illinois and moved to Duluth as a young adult. Duluth’s boundless opportunities and potential made it the perfect choice for her forever home. With a diverse background in hotel management, small business ownership, sales, and event coordination, Dawn honed her skills over the years. This effort culminated in her role of Director of Sales and Events at Northland Country Club. In 2022, she brought her wealth of experience to the Heirloom Team, where she leads the Vacation Rental business.
Under Dawn’s guidance, Heirloom Vacations has experienced significant growth, marked by a steadfast commitment to quality control, accountability, guest retention, and elevating the guest experience. She has successfully steered her team through periods of expansion while maintaining unwavering standards of excellence and consistency.
Outside of work, Dawn embraces curiosity, often exploring new experiences like hiking into George Crosby Manitou State Park, kayaking, and cycling on Duluth’s scenic trails. She cherishes moments spent with family and her dog, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life.
Neal is one of Heirloom’s strongest advocates. He attended UMD, where he received a B.A. in Organizational Management and Marketing. After school, Neal decided to start investing in rental properties. For several reasons, Neal decided Duluth was the ideal hub for his investments moving forward. At the time, Neal was living out of state and needed management services. During his search for a professional property management company, he discovered Heirloom and met Michael. He became a customer of our management services and continues to employ Heirloom services. Neal currently works as our Business Development Manager and our in-house Realtor to assist investors sell & acquire properties, as well as analyzing on and off-market deals. If you’re a property investor interested in investing in the Duluth area, Neal should be your first call.
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