Welcome to my newly remodeled web site!
My name is Jim Britt and I am a Principal Broker with Windermere/Cronin & Caplan in Portland, Oregon.
Coolhomesinportland.com is my personal portfolio. This comprehensive web site covers, in detail, my methods for navigating the real estate marketplace for my buyer and seller clients. Whether you are considering condo ownership for the first time or selling a home that has been in the family for 40 years, my real estate experience is spelled out for you, right here.
If you are new to Portland, you might enjoy clicking through my neighborhood section, where I briefly describe many of Portland’s favorite neighborhoods in detail. If you are interested in a condominium, I have a special section on “20 Questions Every Condo Buyer Should Ask,” with answers!
While actually meeting you in person would be my preferred first contact, you have the opportunity to get to know me first through my web site. So check me out, and please feel free to contact me. I always have quality time for new clients seeking the best real estate expertise and service!
To preview properties right now, click http://jimbritt.mywindermere.com
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Real estate agents: Feel free to browse my site. I am happy to offer a fair referral fee for any clients that you would like to refer to me. All site content is Copyright Jim Britt 2006.
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My clients are talking…
I got in touch with Jim by a referral from a co-worker. We were in contact for several months, in person, by phone and Internet reviewing what was on the market. I called him on a specific property one day. He let me know that he could find a better property – while I waited on the phone! He told me that a particular home he saw online was so good I needed to drop what I was doing, turn around, and meet him to preview the property! We wrote an offer the next day, and I now am in my first home!
Dennis C. BOUGHT a home in the University Park/Portsmouth neighborhood
Jim advertises regularly in Willamette Week and I gave him a call. He had a lot of experience with condominiums and was enthusiastic with my unit. He gave me some ideas which he thought would help me get a full price offer, and I listened to what he suggested. In a few days after putting the condo on the market, I had two good offers at full price!
Andy S. SOLD a condominium in historic NW Portland
Jim listed my town home in North Portland and produced the marketing materials, papers and advertising in very short order. Although my home was small, he featured an extensive photo gallery on Windermere.com His suggested list price was right on and we had a full price offer in less than 45 days, just like he promised. His listing fee was very fair.
Randy S. SOLD a town home in North Portland
Jim was referred to us by a family friend in Portland. He was willing to help us extensively prior to the closing of our home in Los Angeles. The home he found for us was a rare historic home in Oregon City, built in 1851, which met our needs perfectly. He introduced us to a wonderful lender that did a lot of extra footwork for us to help us get the home we wanted. The transaction was extremely complicated and took over six months to close, but Jim was great to work with, even when I lost my temper! Jim is really sweet and never gives up.
Tom B. BOUGHT a historic home in Oregon City
I answered an ad of Jim’s in a magazine because I was moving from Salem to Portland. First Jim referred me to a terrific agent in Salem to help get my home sold. In the mean time he showed me countless condominiums at very fair prices that he thought I would like. When the day of touring turned out to be long, and I was ready to quit, he encouraged me to keep looking and see at least two more! I was glad I listened because the last one was the one I wrote an offer on. It was new construction and the completion date was months out, but he kept on top of things and I was able to move in on the date I planned.
Greg E. BOUGHT a condominium in Milwaukie
I met Jim through one of his listed properties and wrote an offer on it. The deal didn’t come together, but I liked working with Jim because he was low pressure. I found another property on my own and decided to contact Jim and have him be my buyer’s agent. Jim helped me negotiate the contract for a fair price and terms that included an expensive tear-off roof. Jim helped me see beyond the immediate negotiations and to focus on future value as this home was a terrific value in this particular neighborhood.
Jean V. BOUGHT a home in close-in NE Portland
Jim was referred to us by some friends that recommended him highly. Our needs were really specific and almost impossible. He quickly discovered that we wanted to be near a close-in neighborhood village with eateries and shops, and didn’t mind busier streets. It wasn’t easy at first, but Jim cut to the chase and showed some properties he thought were being overlooked by other agents and a great value. The perfect home he finally found for us was even more perfect when he helped us negotiate 5 percent off the list price! Jim was generous with his time and were very happy with the outcome.
Melissa & Dan S. BOUGHT a home in Laurelhurst
I contacted Jim because he had made such a quick sale on a condo in my building and it brought a fantastic price. By the time I listed my unit, the building was undergoing renovations with scaffolding on the exterior. He let me know that this would make the marketing process a little more difficult, but he remained enthusiastic. Jim staged my condo to make it show better and advertised it regularly. Once an accepted offer was negotiated, Jim rallied through some repair issues and brought forth the necessary experts to make the buyer feel confident. Well done, Jim, well done!
Tamara T.P. SOLD a condominium in historic NW Portland
We interviewed Jim to list our home and discovered he was passionate about the mid-century modern style of our 1950’s home! Upon listing, he advised us on what to do to keep the home ready for showing. He used techniques in listing the property that kept it at the forefront of listed homes to attract local agents. His techniques worked, because within 60 days we received a full-price offer from a very good buyer. The closing was very smooth and Jim was very thorough and our interests were protected.
Ken & Sara G. SOLD a home in suburban NW Portland
We have worked with Jim before. Jim listed and sold two of our John’s Landing properties both selling quickly and within 1 percent of our asking price. The sale was part of a reverse 1031 exchange and we had a short period to find a completely different replacement property. The new property took into consideration a downsizing of lifestyle and future investment. Jim got us into a new Pearl District condominium with a dramatic floor plan. We couldn’t be happier and feel we made the right choice.
Robert J. & Cecil H. SOLD two investment properties with one in a reverse 1031 exchange.
Jim was an acquaintance of a family friend. I needed to sell my home for health reasons and Jim not only listed my home, but helped my family make the arrangements for preparing the property for sale while I was at the hospital. He made it easy and convenient for me. What’s more, Jim sold my property for over the list price, which was already at the top of the market! Jim Britt is an excellent Realtor.
Linda V. SOLD a town home condominium in Gresham
Jim was an agent experienced in my condo building, with success in listings and sales. He listed my condo and effectively advertised my home in Willamette Week and the Internet. Prior to receiving an offer, Jim showed us many new homes that met our criteria and helped us to find the best home possible. Jim listened and remained constant on what our new home wants were. When we finally found the perfect house, he made sure that no one else got a chance at it, as it was (new) to the market, and we wrote an offer late into the evening.
Karen H. and Gary P. SOLD a NW condo and purchased an eastside bungalow
Jim helped us buy a small investment property last year, and when we decided to buy another one, we changed our minds and decided to consider a big move into NW inner city. Jim immediately knew of a good property and showed it to us several times. When our interests faded on it, he quickly informed us about several other listings periodically and kept us updated on new listings. Several months later, Jim called us about a fixer property in historic Westover Heights. It was in need of every repair, but perfect for us in almost every other way. The walls have been removed and we are rearranging the floor plan for the view of Mt. Hood and city!
Greg & Paula A. BOUGHT a home in historic Westover Heights
Jim listed our rental property in Irvington. The listing involved working with our tenant and keeping everyone happy. We were anticipating a relocation in the upcoming year, and decided to employ Jim because he had sold us our condominium in NW Portland. Jim listed our condo and provided his terrific marketing services that helped bring a good offer in the shortest amount of time. Once both properties were being marketed, Jim offered a fair volume discount in appreciation of our business in listing both properties, allowing us the greatest possible return on our investments.
Phillip K. & William Z. SOLD two properties in Portland
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