Alison Derse

“Working with Alison made our home buying journey so much easier and more approachable. As first time homebuyers, we had a lot to learn, and from the very beginning, she went above and beyond to educate us on every step of the process, what to expect, how to prepare, and especially how the Portland market operates in its own unique way. As relatively new Portlanders, that guidance was invaluable. Alison has an exceptional understanding of the Portland real estate market. She has an incredible depth of knowledge about different neighborhoods, down to specific streets, and helped us feel confident and excited about where we ultimately decided to buy. What could have been an overwhelming decision became something we felt genuinely good about, thanks to her insight. On top of that, she is a true contract strategist. In a highly competitive market, she knew exactly how to position our offer to stand out and focused on the details that would matter most to the sellers. Thanks to her expertise, we won the house without even having the highest bid, which speaks volumes about her ability to navigate the process and advocate for her clients. Beyond her skills, Alison is just a fantastic person to work with. She is patient, supportive, and feels like a trusted friend throughout the process, but she is also refreshingly honest and straightforward. She tells it like it is, and she is also just genuinely fun to work with, which made the entire experience that much better. We could not recommend her more. ”

“We couldn’t recommend Alison more! She made us feel confident, supported, and genuinely cared for throughout the entire process. She’s strategic, incredibly detail-oriented, and deeply connected in the community, with a network that benefits you at every turn. She makes a complex process feel clear, seamless, and even fun, while always advocating fiercely for her clients. From getting maximum exposure when selling to making offers shine when buying, she truly goes above and beyond (sometimes literally, like walking barefoot through wet paint for the perfect listing photo). If you want someone who will treat your home and your goals like their own, and make you feel like you’re her only client even when balancing multiple deals simultaneously, she’s the one.”

“I was so fortunate to have Alison guide me on my home-selling journey. She clearly explained the processes, monitored every step and kept me posted, made recommendations, worked exceptionally well with the buyers’ agent, and kept my keel even. She worked hard and was supportive, kind, helpful, and fun. This was an adventure, and I enjoyed Alison ‘s partnership: she made it happen smoothly. She is an exceptional professional: I would recommend her without reservation. ”