Shelly Casteel

"Count on Someone Who Cares"

I'm a:	Real Estate Professional
Company:	Oregon Realty Co
Location:	Portland
Web sites:	The Casteel Team Web Site
Phone:	(503) 957-7705

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About Me

Oregon Realty Co. is the oldest independent real estate agency in this state with 60 years experience. I am proud to be a Diamond member Multi Million Dollar producing agent and also was the Branch Manager of our East Portland office, but I am now focused exclusively on my clients and their needs. Prior to my career in real estate I was a Child & Family Psychotherapist....which really helps in the negotiation phase of the deal! I have many satisfied clients that will attest to my honesty, diligence, professionalism, attention to detail, promptness, sense of humor, ethics, and no pressure approach as well as my skills in crisis management (especially for my first time home buyers :). I have experience as a buyers and sellers agent, with investors, banks & attorneys in short sales (pre-foreclosures), commercial & land sales, in addition to out-of-state clients looking to move to the Pacific Northwest. Give me the opportunity and you will see why one of my clients dubbed me, "The hardest working woman in real estate!"

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"In 2006 I decided to move to Portland, Oregon in order to buy my first house. I started communicating with Shelly before I actually moved. I found her through a CraigsList property ad and decided that I would use her as my realtor in my search for a house in Portland. Shelly knew what I was looking for and sent me listings on a weekly basis and even though I was not ready to buy for almost a year she kept in touch and on top of things. When I got to Portland I felt that a house was going to be too much of a financial burden and decided to buy a condo instead. I found the perfect condo a week after my decision and Shelly helped me through the whole buying process so that it was almost stress-free. I had a lot of confidence in her abilities and trust and knew I was in good hands. I am now enjoying life in my new condo and I could not have done it without Shelly's help and knowlege of the market. I highly recommend her as a realtor. She is a very sweet, pleasant person to deal with as well."
Debbie Cohen Tue Apr 22

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Which is the safer or better bet? Which would you choose and why?

Asked Thu May 8 2008, 10:39 by Sarah - 97215 - Home Buying - 9 answers

Shelly Casteel answered:

I would choose the Hawthorne home as long as it was at a fair price. You will have more appreciation in that home, which is very important for first time home buyers. Also, you will have a much easier time when you decide to sell. You should ask your Realtor what the average DOM (Days On Market) is and also the average appreciation rate for each area.
This is a very personal decision based on your economic situation, your skill level at home repair, and your taste since these are two very diferent neighborhoods. Again, I urge you to sit down with your Realtor so you can make an informed decision. - Thu May 8 2008, 10:56

I heard that the Portland OR area is just now feeling the burst of the bubble. What do you think of this?

Asked Wed May 7 2008, 11:37 by Sarah - Portland - Market Conditions - 18 answers

Shelly Casteel answered:

According to March '08's Market Action report, Portland is still seeing appreciation. I personally am selling my listings within a month of them being placed active on the market. I tend not to put too much stock in national publications, according to them the bubble should have burst in Portland years ago. We are ranked #1 as the place to live for retirement, we are consistently in the top ten for livability, and have a large influx of out-of-state buyers. Sure, we have slowed down to a more realistic market, but that is to be expected. Can the Portland market decline? It is quite possible, especially if our national economy does not improve or worsens. But as with the stock market, real estate will eventually cycle back.
As for your question about your transaction, I suggest you speak to your Realtor. He/she can provide you comps for the Hawthorne area as well as explain the legal ramifications of your contract. - Wed May 7 2008, 12:16

To post a house for sale on trulia do you have to be a real estate agent. Can you post for sale by owner?

Asked Sun Apr 27 2008, 17:32 by Debby Endico… - Wilsonville - Home Selling - 3 answers

Shelly Casteel answered:

Dirk is correct, most seller's end up using a Realtor...especially in this market. Why Is that? There are multiple reasons, but here is one many seller's don't think about.

Most home buyers prey upon For Sale By Owners for one reason -- to save the commission! The buyer knows that you are not paying a sales commission. Therefore, the buyer expects to buy your home for a lower price.

Now, why did you decide to sell as a For Sale By Owner? The answer is probably the same -- to save the commission! The problem is, there's only one commission. You both can't save it!

What are you really trying to accomplish? Saving a commission, or putting the most amount of money as possible in your pocket at closing?

Give us a call today. Let us show you how we can sell your house for the highest price and in the least amount of time. Our team offers a no pressure approach for you and the unique track record of 100% sales success. - Mon Apr 28 2008, 11:05

My daughter just got transfered to Lake Oswego, where I5/217 converge. What neighborhoods do you recommend?

Asked Thu Apr 24 2008, 13:20 by Richard Ennis - Lake Oswego - Home Buying - 11 answers

Shelly Casteel answered:

Of course Lake Oswego itself is a fantastic area, but a little on the spendy. However, since your husband is handy with a hammer it may not be out reach in your price range. Another area close to I-5 and 217 in West Portland. With neighborhoods such as Multnomah Village and Raleigh Hills you can't go wrong. If you would like a list of available properties that meet your specific criteria or would like to chat in detail about neighborhoods please feel free to contact me. About 50% of my client base is from out of the area, so I can make this transition very pleasant. - Thu Apr 24 2008, 14:19

I am about to relocate to Portland, OR with my company - taking a new position managing the Pacific NW

Asked Sat Jan 26 2008, 13:36 by Jeff - Portland - Home Buying - 20 answers

Shelly Casteel answered:

Portland is in the top ten of everything from best bike trails to retirement! Around 50% of my client base in from out of state and I am a pro at making the transition as stress free as possible. I am very knowledgable about all the neighborhoods and would be glad to talk to you in detail about each of them. In the meantime, here is a link that you may find helpful
http://www.portlandneighborhood.com/PortlandNeighborhoods.html
Please let me know if I can help. - Thu Apr 24 2008, 12:43

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