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RELOCATION INFORMATION
Moving to Portland from out-of-state? There are so many things to consider when you are relocating. In 1994 I was recruited from out of state for a middle management position in Portland. I knew absolutely no one when I moved to Portland, so I understand the stress of moving and worries of purchasing real estate in a town you are unfamiliar with.
Educating my clients on the Portland Oregon Metropolitan areas, the marketing conditions and schools are very important in making an informed decision. To make your transition smooth I will provide you with all the information you need.
Because of my client's overall satisfaction and my devotion to helping clients' transition as easy as possible, it has helped me build a strong reputation as the local relocation specialist. You will have the added benefit of working with a Broker that understands your needs when buying and relocating in the Portland Metro area.
Finding the right home, in the right neighborhood with the right schools, is only the beginning. Do you need to know where to find a good contractor, a good place to eat, where to find quality furniture, or who has the best service? Just give me a call, if I don't know, I will find out and get back to you.
Even if you purchased a Portland Oregon home years ago, the real estate market is constantly changing and I am here to provide you with all the information necessary to make your Oregon relocation experience informative and as easy as possible.
When you are new to the area you really need someone who will tell you the truth! I won't let you get stuck in a home that's in an area that I or someone in my family wouldn't live in.
Make sure you request my FREE relocation package to get all the information you need for the move. Find Portland statistics, neighborhood information, restaurant reviews, golf, festivals, children's activities and much more. Research all the local info about schools, communities, activities and where to find out what is happening in the neighborhood(s) you're interested in.
PORTLAND, OREGON OVERVIEW
Portland was recently ranked #1 of the best big cities to live in. Portland has the energy of a large city with numerous activities, but it has the feel of a small community.
Portland is within close proximity of the ocean, the city is scenic with mountains, trees, rivers and so much more. Plus Portland is home to the nation's largest urban wilderness, Forest Park with 5,000+ acres. In many places around Portland Mt Hood and Mt St Helens are clearly visible. Portland has moderate temperatures making it perfect for outdoor activities, various festivals, 277 parks and lots of outdoor dining, make it a great outdoor city.
Portland was Green long before it was fashionable. Neighborhood community gardens, active composting, bike in movies and other innovative ways to help mother earth. Mainstream in Portland might be considered on the fringe in other areas, but Portland has something for everyone!
Portlanders grow more flowers; watch more independent films, spend more on every kind of reading material making bookstores thrive. Portland has everything from the performing arts to farmer's markets that are scattered around the metro community.
The Portland metro area has a great quality of life, with ample employment opportunities, easy access to education, recreation and dining, making Portland a very livable city.
Portland, Oregon is constantly growing, with homes for sale and has numerous real estate developments happening in the Portland metro area, in cities like Portland, Beaverton (where Nike & Tektronix are located), Tigard, and Hillsboro (where Intel & Epson have a large presence) as well as Lake Oswego, and West Linn.
The diversity of the Portland Metropolitan area offers homeowners a great choice of living styles. Row houses, stately homes, condos, lofts, new, established neighborhoods, distinctive architecturally unique custom homes, or homes that have a rural feeling can all be found within 15 minutes of downtown Portland.
LAND USE PLANNING
Portland has an unusual land use planning system that has been a national model. We have what is called the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) an imaginary boundary around the metro area.
- All residential and commercial development is designated inside the boundary.
- Outside of that boundary, usually about 45-60 minutes from downtown, is where the large parcels of acreage zoned only for farm or forest land are located. The land cannot be divided, used for commercial purposes, nor have any sort of residential development.
- Only when every inch of land has been used inside the UGB, will the UGB be expanded.
There is a good side to all of this; Portland does not have abandoned core areas. Old housing is recycled and reclaimed, space for parks and wetlands are always made into developments to keep Portland from looking like a sea of development. The UGB has kept our downtown and neighborhoods vibrant and active. You will rarely see boarded up and unused homes or buildings, which is very nice.
BUYERS THIS IS JUST FOR YOU
When buying a home in the Portland area it can be complex undertaking without a professional real estate agent. I will take the time to listen to your needs and desires, and find your dream home. Your satisfaction is my number one priority!
Stay up to date with my Portland MLS Listings Notification program. You'll receive daily updates with the new Portland MLS listings that have come in during the last 24 hours, matching your search criteria, automatically, by e-mail, early each morning! Simply select my Dream Home Finder.
I have the experience and track record to get you the best home for your money, on your terms. My marketing tools and resources are cutting edge. What's more, my clients are satisfied! Check out my client Testimonials
Here you can research ALL homes for sale in Portland, Oregon, metro area using the Portland MLS database, which include all homes for sale in Portland, Oregon listed by EVERY Portland Oregon real estate company!
Whether it's an old Portland style, craftsman, bungalow, Tudor, colonial, Tudor, or contemporary Portland home, finding your dream home couldn´t be easier! Pearl District lofts and condos throughout all of Portland are listed here too.
If you're looking for property in NW Portland, SW Portland, NE Portland, SE Portland or N Portland, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Tigard, Forest Heights, Murrayhill, Bull Mountain, Durham, Hillsboro, Tualatin, Sherwood, Forest Grove, Aloha and Cornelius areas I can help. Contact me and let's get started!
Don't miss my FREE Real Estate Reports!! Buyers - knowledge is power and my goal is to provide you with enough information about real estate and the home buying process so that you will become a knowledgeable and powerful home buyer.
To help you gain more knowledge about the advantages of being a homeowner and the Oregon home buying process, also check out my Tips for Buyers.
I´ve helped clients buy their dream home, their first home and even their 5th home! By knowing Portland neighborhoods, I can help you with new construction, old Portland homes or anything in between.
FYI, because Oregon requires lenders who do business here to be licensed in Oregon, I recommend you to find an Oregon based lender. Oregon law also requires the lender to provide you with a written statement detailing all your closing costs.
SELLERS THIS IS JUST FOR YOU
Congratulations, on taking the first step toward selling your home... you´ve gone online! Recent surveys show that 85% of all Buyers will start their home search on the Internet and GarsideRealty.com, KimGarside.com and KimReyes.com are designed to meet their needs.
I will get your home sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. My marketing programs will give you the edge needed to sell your home, because I won't just list your home, I'll sell it!
I have a thoroughly tested marketing program, that will be tailored precisely for your home, to expose your Portland home to 20,000- 50,000 buyers.
When I am your Portland real estate Broker, you can trust your home will be marketed to sell fast. I've got the knowledge, the experience and the track record to help you get you the most for your home on your terms. My resources, my marketing and my tools are cutting edge. What's more, my past clients are satisfied! View my client Testimonials
There are many factors that must be taken into consideration when selling your Portland home. Most importantly, what is your home worth? It is critical to find this out before you place your home on the market. List it too high and your home will become "shop worn", take longer to sell and sell for less. You want to determine the best asking price so that you sell your home in a timely manner and still make a tidy profit as well.
If you're planning to sell your Portland home or Portland property in the next few months, I have a FREE service designed to help establish your home's current market value. Using comparable sold and pending listings I'll calculate the fair market value of your home. Simply choose Your Home's Value and fill out the requested information.
When you list your home with Garside Realty, I'll provide you with the exposure your home needs to sell...FAST! No matter where your home is located NW Portland, SW Portland, NE Portland, SE Portland, N Portland, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Tigard, Forest Heights, Murrayhill, Bull Mountain, Durham, Hillsboro, Tualatin, Sherwood, Forest Grove, Aloha and Cornelius, I can help you get it done.
I help Sellers get the highest offers for their home with the least amount of stress, because I´m savvy, I'm experienced, I'm knowledgeable, and I'm committed. I'm the Portland Broker Realtor my clients are pleased to know. Contact me and let's get started!
Don't miss my FREE Real Estate Reports!! Sellers - learn the tricks to prepare your home for showing and what it takes to negotiate a higher price.
My seller tips will give you the information you need to get your house ready to sell by suggesting which deferred maintenance items, decluttering and other little things we all tend to put off, are important. Also, find out about commissions, types of listing contracts, how to find the right agent and what that agent should be doing for you.
The selling process has become more complicated since the last time you sold a home. Oregon now has many new requirements have been imposed on Seller's, a variety of disclosures that need to be provided to the Buyers within certain time frames. Your closing can be in jeopardy, if you fail to comply with the various time frames.
I keep my clients informed all along the way and I'm very easy to contact with only one number you have to remember. When you decide to have me represent you to sell your home, I will take that decision very seriously.
When you list your home for sale, at stake is your nest egg. This can be an emotional time, but my job is to offer assistance and to help make the transition as easy as possible. I guaranteed my service, so you can rest assured that your nest egg is protected.
THIS IS WHY YOU WILL WANT TO CHOOSE TO WORK WITH ME
1 - Contact me with confidence! I guarantee your privacy will be respected. I don't SPAM and I offer the services on this site for free and without obligation. I will not contact you unless you ask me to.
Why? I want to be YOUR real estate agent for life, not just one sale.
I'm here to serve as your trusted, professional real estate partner, when you are ready. I will help you find the best home for the best price in the area you want, and/or I will sell your home, as quickly as possible, for as much as the market will bear.
2 - When you hire me as your real estate professional you will save you time and money. Together, we'll prioritize your needs and wants to find your new home and/or sell your existing home. I will do everything I can to make your real estate experience as stress free and hassle-free as I possibly can. My wide range of experience in real estate will guarantee that we find your new home and/or sell your existing home in a timely and professional manner. I will use cutting edge products, technology and services to make sure that you get the most out of your next real estate transaction.
3 - Whether you are buying or selling a home, hire a professional like me, who wants to work to earn your business.
4 - Work with the professional that has extensive knowledge of neighborhoods and their prices.
5 - I have the experience and knowledge to deal with issues such as, LP siding, EIFS synthetic stucco, lead based paint, repairs required by the Buyer's lender, and in ground oil tanks.
6 - There will always be issues that develop during a real estate transaction, but with an experienced agent like me, they're merely challenges to be overcome on the way to a successful closing.
7 - The majority of my Portland real estate sales come to me from repeat customers and REALTOR referrals. Other Realtors know I exceed my clients' requirements and expectations, so they are comfortable referring business to me.
8 - I Sell More Homes Because I Do More for My Clients! It's that simple. I'm here to make the home buying or selling process as stress free as possible, by helping guide you through this complex process. Please feel free to utilize my knowledge; I can help you because I have been providing Portland area Buyers and Sellers superior professional real estate services for several years.
You will be working with a professional that is tested, skilled, and successful. I'm a Portland Broker and Realtor who is highly referred and respected, who closely monitors the real estate market, so my clients are always in the best position to take advantage of the market.
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