By Robin Hakeman, May 23, 2020
There’s no place like home for my first time buyer, Shawna, who gave me the challenge of finding her a home within a 1 mile radius of her parent’s house. Thankfully we didn’t have to look for too long when a cute starter home popped up. Initially the home went pending right away but it came back on the market during COVID. Shawna was able to quickly get pre-approved and made an offer on the home. She was competing with another buyer and her offer was chosen because of her enthusiasm and understanding.
Shawna is a flexible buyer who sees this home as an opportunity to enter the real estate market. Each time we met The home been remodeled and is move in ready, but are still things Shawna can do over time to improve the value. She will update the trim and replace the windows, clean up the yard and update appliances. The home is 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths – the perfect size for Shawna and her small dog, Mable. There is new carpet, paint, kitchen cabinets, countertops and updated bathrooms. Out back is a covered patio, space for a garden, and room for Mable to roam.
Shawna is more than ready to make this house her home. After living with her parents for the last few years, she will still be close by but will have her own space. She will have a home office and maybe even a tap dancing room! Working with first time home buyers like Shawna is a specialty that I love. There is something so special about handing off they keys to a first time homeowner.
Congratulations Shawna – There is no place like home!
Robin Hakeman
Broker | Earth Advantage | OR
She/Her
LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE ♥One of the things I love most about my work in real estate is that it never feels like "work" to me. I love it. I love guiding my clients through the process & celebrating all of the wins along the way. Are you a first time buyer who needs the 101 on all things real estate? We'll sit down and go through it all. Or are you a seasoned-pro looking for top notch service & strategy? We will work closely to put together a plan that ensures your home stands out above the competition. I am passionate about understanding the needs of each client and will be your advocate every step of the way. I truly value the relationship that we will create and my goal is to make this a fun & successful experience for everyone. Why real estate? My background as a Merchandise Manager for top retail brands prepared me well. I am that rare combination of business smarts meets creativity and this works well for real estate. I have the analytical background necessary to help both buyers and sellers with numbers and negotiation, as well as the creative vision to help clients prepare their homes for sale. As a native Oregonian, I have a deep understanding of all things Portland & beyond. I spent my childhood living in Tigard and when I was old enough, I realized a dream of living on NW 23rd Ave. The first home I owned was in NE Portland and now I live back in the burbs! When I'm not at the office or out with clients you can find me playing tennis, taking a barre3 class, enjoying family time, volunteering at a school and enjoying local theater arts. My super power is open & honest communication - and it works! Let's chat. Specialties Include:
- First Time Buyers
- Upsizers/Downsizers
- Relocation
- Condo Purchase/Sale
- New Construction
- Top 5 Broker, Q2 2022, Living Room Realty
- Earth Advantage Certified
- Real Producers "Rising Star" feature, Feb 2021
- Five Star Professionals Rising Star award, 2019
- Fiver Star Professionals Winner, 2023
- T: 503-680-0404
- robin@livingroomre.com
