Working with a Real Estate Agent

Discover the importance of working with the right Real Estate Agents.

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Why Work with a Real Estate Agent?

Your Portland Real Estate Journey Starts Here

Buying or selling a home ranks among life’s most significant milestones—naturally bringing both excitement and stress! With endless information online and countless services promising to handle everything, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When the stakes are this high with such a major financial decision, you deserve more than just any agent—you need a top real estate professional who’s genuinely on YOUR side.

That’s where RealEstatePDX.com and Principal Broker Harlan Mayer make all the difference.

The Power of True Partnership

An exceptional real estate agent becomes your dedicated advocate throughout the entire journey. At RealEstatePDX.com, we bring resources that simply aren’t available to the general public—exclusive access to listings, established relationships with trusted Portland-area lenders and builders, and deep expertise in navigating complex transactions (no more confusion over terms like “escrow” or “days on market”).

For Buyers: We help you discover ideal neighborhoods, identify perfect properties, craft compelling offers, and negotiate skillfully on your behalf.

For Sellers: Our team provides strategic pricing guidance, professional marketing, expert offer management, and seamless transaction coordination from listing to closing.

Why Choosing the Right Agent Matters More Than Ever

While comparing real estate professionals takes time upfront, the payoff is substantial. A top-tier agent doesn’t just support your purchase or sale—we ensure your real estate dreams become profitable reality. The difference between average service and exceptional expertise can literally put tens of thousands of dollars back in your pocket.

At RealEstatePDX.com, we’re committed to being that game-changing partner you need in today’s competitive market.

Ready to discover what working with Portland’s most dedicated real estate team looks like? Let’s explore how we can exceed your expectations.

Benefits of working with an agent

For Buyers

For Buyers

RealEstatePDX.com: Your Trusted Partner in Portland Real Estate

Buying or selling a home is one of life’s most significant milestones—exciting, yes, but naturally comes with its share of stress! With countless resources online and services promising to handle everything, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When the stakes are this high with such a major financial decision, you deserve a top real estate agent who’s genuinely on YOUR side.

At RealEstatePDX.com, we believe that working with the right real estate professional transforms your entire experience and outcome.

What Sets Great Real Estate Partnership Apart

A skilled real estate agent becomes your advocate throughout the entire journey. We bring resources that simply aren’t available to the general public—exclusive access to listings, established relationships with trusted lenders and builders, and deep knowledge of the transaction process (no more puzzling over terms like “escrow” or “days on market”).

For Buyers: We help you discover the perfect neighborhoods, identify ideal homes, craft compelling offers, and negotiate on your behalf—and so much more.

For Sellers: Our team supports strategic pricing, professional listing, expertly managing offers, and smoothly guiding your sale to closing.

Why Choose RealEstatePDX.com?

While comparing real estate agents can feel challenging, we’re confident that taking time to find the right fit pays dividends. Our experienced team is committed to supporting your purchase or sale from the very first conversation to handing you the keys—making sure your real estate dreams become reality.

Ready to experience the difference personalized, professional service makes? Let’s start the conversation about your Portland real estate goals.

Median purchase price of transactions
$225,000
For-Sale-by-Owner (FSBO)
$345,000
Agent Assisted Homes

The RealEstatePDX.com Difference: Real Numbers, Real Results

For example, let’s imagine you’re a home seller with a property worth about $300,000. If you attempted to sell as a FSBO (For Sale By Owner), you’d lack the marketing expertise, negotiation skills, and industry connections to maximize your return—potentially losing significant value and closing at just $195,000. Working with an average agent might get you that $300,000 asking price, but after paying a 3% commission ($9,000), you’d net $291,000.

Here’s where partnering with RealEstatePDX.com and our team makes the difference: With my experience as Principal Broker Harlan Mayer and our proven marketing strategies, we often help sellers achieve 10% above market value—bringing that same home to $330,000. After our 3% commission, you’re walking away with $320,100. That’s $29,100 more in your pocket compared to working with an average agent.

Beyond the Numbers: Protecting Your Investment

The financial benefits are just the beginning. Our expertise protects you from costly mistakes that can arise from improper property evaluation, incomplete paperwork, or poor financing decisions. As your Principal Broker with years of Portland market experience, I bring the technical knowledge and industry insight that safeguards your transaction from start to finish.

Why Experience Matters in Today’s Market

While researching agents takes time upfront, you’ll actually save countless hours compared to managing everything yourself. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned investor, today’s competitive market demands expertise. At RealEstatePDX.com, we ensure your transaction unfolds exactly as planned.

Your Success is Our Mission

As your real estate broker and advocate, my commitment is simple: making your transaction a complete success. The best agents don’t just facilitate deals—we’re your partners, providing expertise, unwavering support, and the reassuring presence you need to achieve your real estate goals.

Ready to experience the RealEstatePDX.com advantage? Let’s discuss how we can maximize your success.

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You may have heard the terms Real Estate Agent and REALTOR® used interchangeably – however they are not the same thing. While you become a real estate agent after you have have passed the state licensing exam and begin practicing at a brokerage, a REALTOR® is “a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association or REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics”.

So although all REALTORS® are real estate agents, not all real estate agents are REALTORS®.

Working with a REALTOR® can have a number of benefits over working with someone who is a licensed real estate agent but lacks membership to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Since its founding in 1908, NAR has been the industry leader for the best real estate agents and is currently the largest trade association in the country. An agent’s REALTOR® designation means they abide by NAR’s stringent Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice. Adherence to this Code of Ethics requires REALTORS® to maintain a trustworthy business and act as upstanding members of the community, furthering cooperation between clients’ interests. Made up of several Articles and Standards of Practice, this Code of Ethics is also reviewed regularly by a governing body to ensure it’s keeping up with the times and any potential emerging issues.

All of our agents are Realtors!

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This Code of Ethics has become a gold standard across the industry, and agents must elevate these practices to maintain their status as a REALTOR®. While there are undoubtedly some great agents who are not part of the organization, you know a REALTOR® will be putting your needs first and will provide you with an elevated experience.

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