SMILES ALL AROUND

I started working with Gabrien right as the Portland Real Estate Market started to get insane-crazy in the late fall of 2020. His interest grew with the market and he got the message right away. It took a couple of tries, but we got one under contract without completely selling the farm. I was intentional with this offer to NOT include any strong “as-is” language because I knew that the place had some issues just from my visual inspection. It was a 2006 build, but it appeared to me that the seller had done zero maintenance since the sale closed in the late Bush-years. The moral of the story is that even if your house is brand new…you have got to stay on top of maintenance. On a side note, it was actually a good case study in building science* and the effects of nature on a house.

We were able to negotiate some major repairs to make everyone feel good about the transaction. It was an empowering situation where both the agents and buyer/seller were on the same page about doing the right thing. The deal is done: smiles all around.

*the siding was Hardi Plank and when it was installed the specifications was to caulk the butt-joints rather than flash them (which is the standard now). At the time of install, it was to spec, but now it is clear that science and nature was working counter to that idea.

Drew Burchette

Principal Broker | OR

I arrived in the real estate business over a decade ago and have since helped scores of people buy and sell their homes. The groundswell that I created in my practice is rooted in the relationships that I have nurtured over the years. My style is educational, and I see myself as the coach and leader of your real estate transaction. My coaching is geared towards empowering you to make informed decisions that will lead to your best possible outcome. I excel at asking the questions that get to the heart of the matter which in turn enables a smooth sale process. Away from the office I am passionate about so many things, but it all begins and ends with my family. My boys are both in elementary school and parenting is an ongoing challenge and joy for my wife and I. We love to travel around Oregon, the East Coast, Mexico and beyond. My passion for surfing, kiteboarding, and fishing help to keep me grounded in life. Read more reviews

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