A local court case has ended with a verdict against a real estate professional. The individual and associated businesses were taken to court following an investigation. Minnesota's top law enforcement official led the inquiry that uncovered a pattern of behavior affecting certain homebuyers.

The probe revealed a scheme that had far-reaching consequences. Details of the case are available from local news sources. Further information can be found through KSTP 5 Eyewitness News, which reported on the court's decision and the events leading up to it.