By Andy Meeks, December 31, 2025
As the year comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the clients, conversations, and challenges that made it such a rewarding one. No two journeys looked the same — first-time buyers, growing families, relocations, renovations, and retirements — but each shared a common thread: a clear goal, a smart strategy, and trust in the process. Here are a few highlights that stood out.
Webly & Brian: Vision Meets Opportunity in Buckman
Helping Webly and Brian relocate from North Portland to a grand 1900 Foursquare in Buckman was a joy from start to finish. With more than 3,600 square feet, soaring ceilings, and views toward the West Hills, this home had presence — and potential. After a few near misses, the right opportunity appeared and the transaction unfolded with ease. With Webly’s architectural eye and Brian’s shared long-term vision, this 125-year-old home found stewards perfectly suited to guide its next chapter.
Travis & Victoria: Winning in a Competitive Market
Patience wins the process, but confident terms win the deal. After many months of searching and several strong offers, Travis and Victoria were battle-tested and ready. With comprehensive, competitive terms and steady agent-to-agent communication, we beat out nine other offers and closed in just 17 days. They’re now settling into a light-filled Cedar Mill home that checks all their boxes — a well-earned win for them and their future family.
John & Carrie: A Thoughtful Transition into Ladd’s Addition
After retiring and moving to Portland full-time to be closer to their daughter and two grandsons, John and Carrie spent several months thoughtfully searching for the right home in SE Portland. When the right house appeared just over a mile from family, it stood out for its welcoming flow, ideal proportions, and carefully refreshed interiors that preserved original details like built-ins, a classic dining room sideboard, and stunning chandeliers. Located in Ladd’s Addition — one of Portland’s most iconic neighborhoods, known for its off-grid streets, arching tree canopy, and beautifully preserved early-century homes — it made their vision of car-free living close to family a reality. To complete the transition, we then prepped, staged, and sold their Belmont condo in just two days on the market.
Heather & Jeremy: A Long-Planned Relocation, Perfectly Timed
Referred by mutual friends and former clients, Heather, Jeremy, and I spent nearly two years planning their move from Dallas to Portland. When the right eastside home — a quiet gem that had been on the market for months — came into view, they recognized it immediately. A below-list offer and smooth closing later, they were unlocking the door to a home that fits their needs today while allowing room for multi-generational living in the years ahead.
Alex & Katie: Community First in Sunnyside
After years in Montavilla as homeowners and then Sunnyside as renters, Alex and Katie knew exactly where they wanted to land. When a charming bungalow with an ADU stayed on the market long enough to give us room to negotiate, we leaned in. After extensive inspections and a substantial seller credit, keys were handed over just as fall arrived — perfectly timed for cozy season in the neighborhood they already loved and called home.
Kelly & Ben: Strategy, Patience, and a Well-Timed Return
After several weekends touring westside homes, Kelly and Ben kept coming back to one that felt right — even when the initial price was just out of reach. When a price drop opened the door, we moved quickly and deliberately. Competing in a popular price point, we leaned into persistence, clear communication, and tough negotiation to land the home at the right number. With confidence in their vision and a plan that held firm, it all came together just before the Thanksgiving holiday.
A Final Reflection
This year was a reminder that real estate isn’t about speed — it’s about clarity, preparation, and timing. Whether navigating competitive offers, long-distance moves, or life transitions years in the making, the best outcomes come from a plan built around people, not just properties. I’m grateful for the trust my clients place in me and look forward to helping more thoughtful moves come together in the year ahead.
Andy Meeks
Principal Broker | OR
My clients are always my top priority, and my singular focus is their success. This is the intention I set every day.
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The choice to become a real estate broker was a joyful combination of two very different careers. Prior to moving to Portland in 2008, I was an environmental and title closing attorney in Massachustts. Since then, I've served as a program manager and fundraising professional for Portland-based non-profit organizations Friends of Trees, The Freshwater Trust and Ecotrust.
While not scouting homes and helping clients, you can find me riding bicycles, skiing, digging in the garden, experimenting in the kitchen, and exploring the stunning beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
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*I'm licensed as an attorney in Massachusetts and can't offer any sort of legal advice.
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