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Tara Allen

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Tara Allen

A little bit about me...

I've always believed real estate is about so much more than buying and selling homes. It's about people, relationships, and helping someone navigate one of the biggest decisions of their life with confidence.

I became a licensed Realtor® in 2012, and I'll never forget that first year. I was new to Sioux Falls, had no database, and didn't know a single person I ended up helping. Through pure prospecting, a whole lot of hard work, and a willingness to learn as I went, I sold 66 homes and earned International Rookie of the Year.

What started as one person with a big dream has grown into something I'm incredibly proud of.

Since then, I've had the privilege of helping build Allen Edge into one of the top-producing real estate teams in Sioux Falls, with more than 2,500 homes sold and over $700 million in sales volume.

But here's what I've learned along the way.

The numbers are exciting. The awards are an honor. But the relationships, the people, and the impact we make? That's what matters most.

That's why I built Allen Edge differently.

I realized early on that being great at real estate didn't mean I needed to do everything myself. It meant surrounding myself with great people who shared the same commitment to serving others.

Today, our clients don't just hire one Realtor®. They have an entire team of talented professionals working behind the scenes, from marketing and listings to transactions and client care. We combine experience, innovative marketing, proven systems, and local market knowledge with something I believe will always matter most: genuine relationships, exceptional service, and doing the right thing.

And to me, that relationship doesn't end at the closing table.

We want to be your real estate resource for life. Someone you can call with a question, refer a friend to, or count on years after you've moved in. Through client events, community involvement, and simply staying connected, our goal is to build relationships that last for generations.

Outside of helping people buy and sell homes, I'm passionate about leadership, personal growth, and helping others become the best versions of themselves. I've had the opportunity to coach, train, and speak to real estate professionals across the country, and I love helping people build businesses and lives they're genuinely proud of.

But beyond the business, I'm a wife, mom, lifelong learner, and someone who loves a good challenge, great conversations, making memories, and enjoying the little things that make life so good.

Whether you're buying your first home, selling the place where you raised your family, relocating to Sioux Falls, or building your investment portfolio, my goal is simple:

I want you to feel informed, cared for, confidently represented, and genuinely glad you chose Allen Edge.

Because at the end of the day, you're never just another transaction.

You're a relationship we hope to keep for life.

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"We had an amazing experience working with Mackenzie Allen with Allen Edge Reality! She was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and stress-free. Her communication was excellent and…
"Fantastic experience. The people and amenities were second to none, they only had our best interests at heart. Special shoutout to Morgan Viessman, she is the best!"
"Ashley Metzger was amazing to work with! As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot to learn, and she made the entire process feel easy and much less overwhelming. She was always helpful, responsive, and there to answer any questions I had along the way.…
"We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Tara Allen and her team . If we could give her more than five stars, we absolutely would. From the very beginning, Tara made us feel like we were her priority. Selling a home can be stressful and emot…
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