About Us

Greetings from the Sandy Erickson Team!

Our Mission Statement: The Sandy Erickson Team Mission is to professionally provide expert service and success to quality clients through detailed systems, consistent communication, and skillful guidance.

Our Business Philosophy: From the beginning of Sandy's real estate career in 2002, it has been her passion to be one of the few teams that continually exceed client’s expectations, and we have hundreds of 5-star online reviews from satisfied past clients as our social proof. We are beyond grateful for each and every one of them!

Our standards for professionalism and productivity are - we believe - unmatched in the marketplace. Using detailed, top-notch systems, we ensure our clients receive the education they require to make informed decisions they feel good about. Our focus on thorough communication, attention to detail, and forming a partnership with our clients provides quality service that home buyers and sellers expect and deserve. In addition, our team members and recommended industry partners provide the full service support our clients need for a value added experience.

When you choose to work with our team, you'll be served by one or more of our amazing team members alongside our admin support. We have over 40 years combined experience. We know what it takes to help you succeed in your selling and/or buying goals, no matter the market conditions or personal situations. In the end, we strive to not only be a professional real estate team to facilitate the buying or selling of a home, but also a friend our clients can count on!

Team Members

Brittany Aspenson

Team Operations & Listing Manager

651-472-7728
brittany@sandyerickson.com

Brittany currently lives in Shoreview with her husband and two beloved cats, Maximus and Hobbes. She grew up in St. Paul and East Bethel, and lived in Boston for 6 years. She has a B.S. in Organizational Communication from Northeastern University. Brittany comes from a family of Realtors; having previously opened a brokerage with her mother in Boston in 2011, and has worked in real estate since. She brings her expertise and strong background in communications to ensure a smooth, successful real estate experience for all. In her free time, Brittany enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, photography, and concerts/theater.

Sandy Erickson

REALTOR® / CRS / SRES / Team Leader

651-412-4141
651-269-3487
License Number: 20359558
sandy@sandyerickson.com

Sandy Erickson is a highly respected REALTOR® and team leader serving the northern Twin Cities metro with LPT Realty. Licensed since 2002, she has personally guided more than 1,000 successful home sales and leads a seasoned team of three agents and a full-time office manager. Her team consistently ranks in the top 3% of REALTORS® in Minnesota and closes over 70 transactions annually. Sandy has earned both the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designations and has been recognized for her professionalism and results as a Twin Cities Real Producers Top 500 agent year after year. Known for her straight-forward, educational approach and unwavering client focus, Sandy has built a reputation grounded in trust and communication, reflected in more than 650 five-star reviews across Google and Zillow. Her specialties include residential listings, move-up buyers, relocation clients, estates, and senior transitions. Through her Golden Path program, Sandy provides resources and step-by-step guidance to help older homeowners simplify their next move with confidence and care. As the owner of the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team, Sandy combines systems, marketing innovation, and personal connection to ensure every client experience is both successful and stress-free. Rooted in faith, family, and community, she continues to make a meaningful impact helping Twin Cities homeowners reach their real estate goals.

Nichole Johnson

REALTOR®

651-867-4093
651-315-2167
License Number: 40772206
nichole@sandyerickson.com

Nichole Johnson is a trusted REALTOR® serving the northern Twin Cities metro, known for her warm personality, thoughtful guidance, and the deep patience she brings to every relationship. Licensed since 2021, she has completed 39 career transactions and averages 12–18 closings per year—placing her well above the national REALTOR® average. Nichole works with a wide range of clients, including first-time home buyers, seniors transitioning to one-level living, nature-lovers seeking rural or lake homes, relocation buyers, and those exploring fixer-uppers. Her background supporting special-needs and elderly individuals gives her a strong understanding of accessibility and long-term housing needs, while her own experience renovating a home equips her to offer practical and creative advice. Clients describe Nichole as honest, instructive, responsive, and steady—especially in high-stress situations or tight timelines. She is known for her urgency, professionalism, and competitive instincts in multiple-offer scenarios, and she has guided many out-of-state buyers through seamless virtual and in-person transitions to Minnesota. Her growing collection of 5-star Google reviews reflects the trust she builds and the family-like experience she creates for every household she serves. Her seller clients also appreciate the strong services and systems she and her team bring to each listing. Nichole has earned the “Realtor On the Rise” distinction from Twin Cities Real Producers, the 2024 Directors Award from her brokerage, and contributes to a team ranked in the top 3% of REALTORS® in Minnesota. As part of the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team, she leverages high-tech systems, expert marketing, and strong operations support to ensure her clients are educated, protected, and successful. As a homeowner and mother of two, Nichole values the personal connections formed during each move and considers it a privilege to help families reach their next chapter.

Gary Raeker

REALTOR® / PSA / ABR

651-800-9948
763-233-8207
License Number: 40463390
gary@sandyerickson.com

Gary Raeker, REALTOR® with the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team, has been guiding clients through the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs real estate market since 2016. Growing up in Columbia Heights and now residing in NE Minneapolis with his girlfriend and cat, Gus, Gary blends local knowledge with a personal touch, making every transaction smooth, transparent, and successful. Licensed for over eight years, Gary has sold 235 homes, averaging 30 transactions per year, and consistently ranks in the top 5% of agents in the region. He holds ABR, PSA, and RamseyTrusted Pro (formally Dave Ramsey ELP) designations, and has been recognized multiple years as a Top Producer for his brokerage. Gary was also featured in Twin Cities Real Producers Magazine, highlighting his professional accomplishments and community reputation. Specializing in first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, and clients looking to downsize, Gary is known for his conscientious communication, data-driven guidance, and client-first philosophy. With 328 Google reviews and 326 Zillow reviews reflecting his commitment to service, he provides trusted expertise across neighborhoods in the North Metro and throughout the Twin Cities. Outside of real estate, Gary enjoys sports, cooking, travel, and exploring the great outdoors, bringing the same energy and enthusiasm to his work as he does to life.

Mindy Vang

REALTOR®

651-800-4769
612-357-9841
License Number: 40782056
mindy@sandyerickson.com

Mindy Vang is a Minnesota REALTOR® with the Sandy Erickson Real Estate Team at RG-LPT Realty, serving clients across the Twin Cities metro. Licensed in 2022, she has already completed 39 career transactions and averages 12–15 closings annually—performing at roughly three times the national REALTOR® average. Mindy works with a wide range of clients including first-time buyers, move-up households, relocation clients, sellers, and FHA/VA purchasers. As part of a top 3% Twin Cities team ranked among the top 500 in the metro, she offers proven systems, strong marketing, and the advantage of 600+ combined 5-star reviews across major platforms. Originally from North Carolina, where she grew up with her father and four siblings, Mindy now calls Brooklyn Center home. Before real estate, she built a career in management and mental health—experience that shaped her naturally calm, supportive, and people-focused approach. Her clients consistently describe her as dependable, patient, clear in her communication, and genuinely committed to reducing stress during the buying or selling process. In her personal life, Mindy enjoys traveling, crocheting, exploring new foods, staying active, and spending time with her German Shepherd and cat. Her combination of real-world experience, personal warmth, and strong production record makes her a trusted guide for anyone navigating the Twin Cities real estate market.

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About Us

Brittany Aspenson

Sandy Erickson

Nichole Johnson

Gary Raeker

Mindy Vang

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