Generally speaking, when the neighbor asks… “would you like to buy our house before we put it on the market“ the answer is… maybe… “let me ask my REALTOR®”.
I’ve found that, more often than not when people want to sell their home directly they have unrealistic expectations as to the value of their home. It’s rarely the case that they just want to sell their home for a “fair” price without the hassle of listing, open houses, showings and waiting. It’s even less often the case when they are already living elsewhere. So, needless to say, when my buyers came to me with this idea I was dubious.
But, when that house is not only very fairly priced but also a big, beautiful, well maintained, craftsman with four bedrooms, two baths, a full basement with tall person ceilings PLUS a sleeping porch, garage and tons of storage on a corner lot then the answer is always YES!
This was exactly what happened for my buyers and I couldn’t be happier for them. So remember, when the neighbor asks… Just call your local REALTOR® (that’s me!) and ask their opinion.
Martin Cross
Broker | OR & WA
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I've lived in the Portland-Vancouver area my entire life, so I'm very familiar with its many neighborhoods—both in the heart of the city and throughout the suburbs. A few years ago, I made the move to Vancouver to be closer to my grandkids and even closer to nature. I love how easy it is to get outdoors here, whether it’s a walk through the Salmon Creek or Burnt Bridge greenways, or a stroll along Vancouver's fantastic waterfront.
After nearly 25 years of filling homes with beautiful art and design as the owner of vintage furnishings and art galleries, I transitioned my passion for finding great pieces for great people into a career in real estate. My eye for quality and attention to detail benefit both buyers and sellers alike.
Having owned and operated businesses for most of my life, I bring with me a strong background in problem-solving, collaboration, and hard work.
I always say, “Great things rarely come from a 40-hour work week.” If you're looking for a dedicated, responsive, and compassionate Northwest native to help you buy or sell, I’d love to connect. Whether you're searching for a Craftsman, a Midcentury Modern home, a new build, a fixer-upper, or an investment property—from single-family rentals to duplexes or small apartment buildings—I'm here to help you make it happen.
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