Meet the people behind Real Estate Two. Our team brings practical experience, local knowledge, and personal service to buyers and sellers throughout Sioux Falls and the Sioux Empire.
BROKER OWNER
Tom Brende
Tom Brende has spent more than 25 years helping people navigate real estate in the Sioux Empire. As a broker and someone who has helped develop residential neighborhoods from the ground up, he understands homes from more than one angle. Tom brings that experience to each client with a practical eye, straightforward advice, and a commitment to seeing things through.
KANSAS CITY CONNECTION
Laura Hales
Laura has spent years helping buyers and sellers across the Kansas City metro. She holds an active Kansas real estate license with Platinum Realty LLC and studied architecture and interior design at the University of Kansas. Her local relationships help us make thoughtful connections for people moving to the area.
She also owns Nellie B’s Estate Sales, a separate family business that helps people navigate major transitions.
Steve Glasford brings a fresh perspective to real estate, backed by a background in business and graphic design. A longtime Sioux Empire resident, he combines local knowledge with a thoughtful approach to marketing and clear communication. Steve takes the time to understand what matters to each client and works to make buying or selling a home feel more manageable from start to finish.
REAL ESTATE ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
Sam Cooke
Sam helps keep Real Estate Two’s transaction paperwork organized and important details on track. His steady, detail-oriented approach is a valuable part of the team. He attended the University of South Dakota and earned a business degree with a focus on marketing from Metropolitan State University of Denver.