The Call That Changed Their Move

It was a Tuesday afternoon when my phone rang. The couple on the other end had already made up their minds—or so they thought. They were ready to list immediately, pack quickly, and move out before the month ended.

We’d been in touch before, so I knew a little about their situation. This move wasn’t about chasing a dream home—it was about getting out before they felt “stuck.” But as we talked, I could hear the edge in their voices. They were moving fast because they felt they had to, not because they wanted to.

I asked them one question: “What’s the rush?”

That led to a pause… and then a 45-minute conversation about timing, options, and the pros and cons of waiting. By the end, they decided to push their listing back a few weeks, giving them time to prepare properly and list in a way that put them in control—not at the mercy of a deadline.

It reminded me that in Portland real estate, the best move isn’t always the fastest one. Sometimes our job isn’t to open doors—it’s to slow things down long enough for our clients to make decisions they won’t regret.

It’s why people trust us to look out for more than just the sale—we’re here to protect the story they’re writing.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling in the Portland area, we’d love to be part of your story.