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I’ll help you sell your home with professional marketing and attentive guidance every step of the way.

GET IN TOUCH

I offer flexible commission structures and service packages to fit different seller needs.

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I always start with a free, no-obligation home valuation and pricing strategy based on current market data.

You can request a home valuation here →

The key to successful selling

Preparation & Presentation

Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs, helping you prioritize essential repairs and updates, stage rooms for maximum appeal, and a strong first impression.

Pricing Strategy

I’ll analyze recent sales, active listings, and my own experience in your neighborhood. That includes pricing trends, days on market, and how buyer demand is shifting right now.

Thoughtful Marketing Plan

Along with professional photography and property descriptions, each listing is uniquely marketed to attract your target audience.

+ Me in Your Corner

You’ll never wonder what’s going on. You’ll know what’s next, what it costs, and what your options are.

  • Personalized home-selling prep checklist tailored to your goals

  • Professional staging consultation with practical recommendations to maximize appeal

  • High-quality photography

  • 3D virtual tours and floor plans to increase online engagement

  • Professionally written listing description highlighting unique features and neighborhood benefits

  • Email marketing to qualified buyer and agent databases, plus open house promotion

  • Coordination of showings, including virtual showing options

  • Open houses with feedback collection and reporting

  • Regular, transparent communication with weekly activity and feedback reports

  • Skilled negotiation of offers to secure the best possible price and terms

  • Assistance with contract review, contingencies, and timelines through closing

  • Coordination with title companies, lenders, inspectors, appraisers, and other vendors

  • Recommended list of trusted contractors for repairs, upgrades, and landscaping

  • Guidance on disclosure requirements and document preparation

  • Support through appraisal and inspection issues, including repair negotiations

  • Strategic pricing and marketing adjustments as needed to maintain momentum

  • Help managing relocation logistics and timing for a smooth transition

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My services include:

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I help my clients sell properties all over Portland, OR and the surrounding area.

Here’s a map of my recent sales:

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I partner with highly experienced, and reliable service providers to make sure my listings make the best first impression online.

✓ High Resolution Photography

✓ Partial or Whole Home Staging

✓ Cleaning & Junk Removal

✓ Landscaping & Curb Appeal

If you're wondering what your home might sell for, start with one of my free home valuations.

Share a few details about your home, I’ll send you recent market data and key factors impacting the market in your neighborhood.