Ryan is proud to work with exceptional partners as together we strive to create a superior real estate experience by combining our knowledge, expertise, and passion with the support, education and resources of the top 1% of real estate teams in the nation at PLACE. Featured annually in the Wall Street Journal REAL Trends’ list of top performing agents and teams, Ryan, was ranked 3rd in the nation as an individual agent for Keller Williams in 2015. Since the creation of our Ryan Hanson Homes Team in 2016, we have flourished, combining and developing specialized talents of the best in the industry to create the utmost client experience for lakeshore, residential, land and commercial needs. As top producers, our Team has repeatedly been recognized for superior customer service and has earned the respect of colleagues and clients for the exceptional results we deliver. Since 2017, we have been the #1 Team in Minnesota at Keller Williams by the number of happy clients we have served and are the only KW Team that has earned Luxury designation in the Minnesota Lakes Area.

As a top producer and coach, Ryan speaks at national Keller Williams conferences such as Family Reunion and Masterminds, BuiltHOW and numerous Market Centers around the country. Ryan is the only real estate agent in the area who is also a licensed attorney in the State of Minnesota, and he has made a career of providing high-quality, professional and personalized service to help partners and clients achieve their goals since becoming a Realtor in 2004.

Ryan feels fortunate to live and work in the area he grew up in and is privileged to have served on the Board of Directors for the Minnesota Association of REALTORS, the Lake Region Association of REALTORS, and the Fergus Falls Area College Foundation, as well as serving on the Otter Tail County Young Life Committee, Inspiration Point and church boards. In addition, Ryan is a member of the National Association of REALTORS.

Ryan is married to his high school sweetheart, Maria (Larrivy) Hanson, and has three active and incredible sons. Ryan loves calling this area home and appreciates the opportunity to help clients experience all that our area has to offer.

Maria Hanson is the Operator and Owner of the Ryan Hanson Homes Team at PLACE, embodying a profound commitment to empowering communities, clients and team members alike. With over two decades of experience in the real estate industry, Maria's journey is rooted in a passion for serving others. Armed with bachelor's degrees in Mathematics and Philosophy/Religion, as well as a Master's degree in Educational Research, she brings a unique blend of expertise to her role.

Maria's professional journey has been enriched by over ten years of experience in high school, university, and regional co-op teaching and leadership roles, utilizing her statistics background for assisting marketing firms as well as energy trading companies, and over 20 years in helping the Ryan Hanson Homes Team provide value to thousands of clients with their real estate wealth journey. Leveraging this diverse background, she partners closely with both agents and operations members of the team, ensuring they are equipped, educated, and empowered to thrive in their personal and professional endeavors.

As a driving force behind the scenes, Maria's mission is unwavering: to continuously grow, give abundantly, teach wholeheartedly, and love others completely. Her leadership style is characterized by a blend of mentorship, encouragement, and unwavering support, creating an environment where excellence flourishes.

Beyond the realm of real estate, Maria is the wife of Ryan, Co-Owner and Operator of the Ryan Hanson Homes Team, and mother to three incredible young men. Whether cheering at sporting events, passionately serving on Young Life Committee, or working out with friends, Maria cherishes the bonds of family, friends and community.