Bob Strandell, Mortgage Banker

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Bob Strandell, Mortgage Banker Bob Strandell is the top producer at Bell Bank Mortgage, the oldest and largest locally owned lender Your loan is not just another deal to us.

At Bell Bank Mortgage, located in Minneapolis, MN, we have a simple philosophy – we treat our customers how we would like to be treated. It’s a dream of homeownership or the realization of a refinance. When you work with us, you’ll benefit from our highly competitive rates, wide variety of loan programs and reputation for exceptional service, integrity and on-time closings. Every step of your financing is handled in house, which means faster answers, fewer headaches and peace of mind. Built on a solid foundation of doing the right thing means we put our clients’ best interests first, always. Bell Bank Mortgage, equal housing lender.

This Halloween, let’s take the fear out of homebuying. Whether you’re looking for your first home or your next home, I c...
10/29/2026

This Halloween, let’s take the fear out of homebuying. Whether you’re looking for your first home or your next home, I can help you navigate the process with personalized guidance and a range of mortgage solutions.

Reach out today to explore your options and make your journey to homeownership a little less spooky.

When preparing to buy your first home, it’s important to budget for more than just your down payment. There are several ...
10/27/2026

When preparing to buy your first home, it’s important to budget for more than just your down payment. There are several additional expenses to keep in mind during the homebuying process, including earnest money deposit, a home inspection, an appraisal fee, closing costs and moving expenses.

Some assistance programs may be available to help qualified buyers with certain upfront costs. If you’d like to learn more about your options, reach out today!

Buying a home means finding a space that fits the way you live. An open floor plan can be great for entertaining and sta...
10/22/2026

Buying a home means finding a space that fits the way you live. An open floor plan can be great for entertaining and staying connected, while a more traditional layout is perfect for privacy and defined living spaces.

Which would you choose for your next home? Let me know in the comments!

For many homebuyers, saving for a down payment can be one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership. The good news is th...
10/20/2026

For many homebuyers, saving for a down payment can be one of the biggest obstacles to homeownership. The good news is there are assistance programs available that may help with those down payment costs.

Interested in learning what’s available in your area? Let’s connect!

There’s something special about fall weekends at home. From hosting a bonfire in the backyard to carving pumpkins at the...
10/15/2026

There’s something special about fall weekends at home. From hosting a bonfire in the backyard to carving pumpkins at the kitchen table, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season.

Vote for your favorite fall home activity with an emoji in the comments below:

🍎 Baking an apple pie

🎃 Carving pumpkins

🏈 Watching football

🔥 Hosting a bonfire

🍂 Raking leaves

Renting and buying both provide a place to call home, but when it comes to your monthly payment, they work a little diff...
10/13/2026

Renting and buying both provide a place to call home, but when it comes to your monthly payment, they work a little differently.

As a renter, your payment goes to your landlord. As a homeowner, a portion of your mortgage payment goes toward paying down your loan principal and building equity in your home over time.

Wondering whether buying could be right for you? Let's connect and compare your options so you can make the best decision for your goals.

Real Rates: Life After QE The Fed’s bond-buying programs (QE) helped suppress longer-term real interest rates for years....
10/09/2026

Real Rates: Life After QE
The Fed’s bond-buying programs (QE) helped suppress longer-term real interest rates for years. Since QE ended in March 2022, real rates have climbed, dramatically changing the borrowing environment.

Takeaway:
Real rates reflect the cost of borrowing beyond expected inflation, which was muted by years of Fed bond buying. Today’s elevated levels reflect a rate environment more influenced by economic conditions and inflation expectations, rather than extraordinary Fed intervention. If the economy slows and inflation moderates further, real rates could move lower. The opposite is also true.
Contact me anytime to discuss rate trends and current opportunities in the real estate and mortgage markets.

Buying a home comes with lots of moving parts, and some can be more confusing than others. What part of the process do y...
10/08/2026

Buying a home comes with lots of moving parts, and some can be more confusing than others. What part of the process do you find most confusing? Vote in the comments below.

• Credit
• Down payment
• Interest rates
• Finding a home
• Other

I’d love to help clear up any questions you have. Reach out anytime!

Before you start looking for homes, it’s important to be prepared. Here are five steps to help you get started:• Check y...
10/06/2026

Before you start looking for homes, it’s important to be prepared. Here are five steps to help you get started:

• Check your credit
• Build your savings
• Reduce your debt
• Gather your documents
• Talk with a loan officer (me!)

Thinking about buying soon? Let's create a plan together!

If you could design your dream home, what three words would you use to describe it? Mine would be bright, welcoming and ...
10/01/2026

If you could design your dream home, what three words would you use to describe it? Mine would be bright, welcoming and comfortable. Share yours in the comments below!

Address

5500 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN
55416

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16122102200

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