Minnesota has a large number of real estate agencies, catering to the needs of people interested in buying or selling real estate within the state. These agencies provide services such as advice regarding sale and purchase of residential or commercial properties, evaluation of properties for mortgage, comparative market analysis, document preparation, full residential appraisal and marketing services. Though most of the large agencies are based in the capital, Minneapolis, they usually offer their services in terms of assistance and guidance for sale and purchase of real estates throughout the state of Minnesota.