Blog Stories Advocating for First-Time Buyers in Beaverton

Advocating for First-Time Buyers in Beaverton

By Beth Benner, September 14, 2023

Reflecting on an incredible journey to homeownership with some amazing first-time buyers! Bridge to Portland Group team member Genmae Rianelli and I embarked on this adventure with Julianne & Charles, exploring a variety of homes, from fixer-uppers to ranches bursting with character. It was a rollercoaster ride with some near misses, but we always kept our spirits high.

Then we stumbled on the one that felt just perfect. In a market where homes are going quickly with lots of competition, this one was a true unicorn.

The couple’s son, Landry, wasted no time falling for the cozy bedroom carpets and the gorgeous apple tree in the spacious backyard. It was an immediate connection and the family was sold.

And the timing couldn’t have been better! We were some of the first people to see the house & were up against just one competing offer – no need for fancy terms or frantic bidding wars.

But the real work was in the negotiations for repairs. At the end of the day, Gen & I advocated for our clients & they ended up in a place that felt like a win, with repairs that were manageable for their family. And now, they proudly call this house their home!

We are so excited for the new chapter they’re starting in their beautiful new home. Congrats on your next adventure Julianne, Charles, & Landry!

Beth Benner

Broker | OR & WA

She/Her

Beth has over 19 years of experience spanning more than 500 transactions during her career as a Licensed Broker in Oregon and Washington. In 2023, she earned a spot among the REAL Producers Top 100 producing agents in Portland out of more than 8,000 licensed brokers and she has also maintained her status in the top 5% of all Oregon brokers for eight consecutive years.  Beth is proud to have cultivated her client base on the referrals of the many happy homeowners she’s worked with over the years and through professional relationships with lawyers, conservators, and fiduciaries. She deeply cares about each of her clients and approaches her job as a long-term commitment, aiming to help them make the best investment. Beth is also a local real estate investor, leveraging her expertise and knowledge of the market to make sound investment decisions.  She is a lifelong Portlander and has volunteered with Make-A-Wish, Meals on Wheels delivery, SW Portland Little League, and serves as an elementary school classroom volunteer. Beth is a devoted mom to three active kids and in her free time, she loves hiking, reading, traveling, wine tasting, and cheering for the Portland Thorns as a season ticket holder. Real Estate Background:
  • Licensed Broker in Oregon for 19 years and Washington for 17 years
  • 48 total personal transactions in 2023
  • Multiple investor and repeat/referral clients
Accolades/Licenses: 
  • #1 Individual broker at LRR in 2020
  • Top 100 of all OR brokers in 2023
  • Top 5% of all OR brokers for 8 years
  • PMAR Masters Circle Diamond Platinum Member 2016-2023
  • Licensed in OR & WA
   
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  • T: 503-819-2885
  • bethbenner@livingroomre.com

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