Episode 24

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23rd Sep 2025

Meet Your Neighbor...Jim Boell

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Realtor Steve sits down with Jim Boell, who grew up in Iowa and built his career as an engineering consultant in Minnesota. A devoted family man, Jim has always been deeply involved in his children’s sports and the community around him.

We recorded this conversation at Slim’s in Bemidji, Minnesota—famous for serving up some of the best burgers in town. Jim also shares his love for Westbrook Village, where he enjoys connecting with new people and embracing the community spirit.

Tune in to hear Jim’s story of family, career, and community—and why Westbrook Village feels like the perfect fit.

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About the Podcast

Meet Your Neighbor
Realtor Steve Podcast
Meet Your Neighbor is a storytelling podcast that brings neighbors together through conversation. Everyone has a story, and this is your chance to share yours—or hear the incredible journeys of those living around you. From career paths and hometown roots to life’s biggest adventures and toughest challenges, each episode dives into the experiences that make every neighbor unique. Whether you’re listening for inspiration, connection, or just a great story, Meet Your Neighbor is where the voices of the community come to life.

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Steve Merila — Host, Meet Your Neighbor
As Realtor Steve, I’ve learned that real estate is about more than houses — it’s about people, stories, and the connections that make a community feel like home. That belief inspired Meet Your Neighbor, a podcast where I sit down with the incredible residents of Westbrook Village to share their journeys, passions, and what brought them here.
Each episode is a genuine, easygoing conversation — like chatting over coffee with a friend — that reminds us how special this community truly is. My goal is simple: to help people connect, feel seen, and celebrate the amazing neighbors who make Westbrook Village one of a kind.