Elaine Walsh & Cindy Thompson
"You and Kristin have done a fantastic job and we appreciate you both. You patiently and persistently worked hard during the ups and the downs in this real estate transaction, which we know is not easy. As David said, an important trait of a good realtor is to keep the conversation going when worries and/or discouragement starts to set in, and you did just that!
Tracy Rauscher
"So I am getting settled in, one box at a time. We got into that bottle David left on Friday night, it was delicious and we toasted! Thank you for everything, you guys were great. I will be referring you in the future!
Jeff Payson
"I recommend Kristin to friends in the market to buy a home. No question, if you are looking for some one with integrity who values relationship throughout the home buying process, has strong ethical values and a focus on quality of life, she?s a great choice.
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Brian & Claire
"David,
Thank you very much for the smooth process...
And thank you for the random stop at the house
that ended up being ours...
Robert Pace
"I'd owned my home for 16 years. Deciding to sell was a huge decision to contemplate. Kristin and David provided the answers I needed to get the most value for my home with the least expenses in getting it prepared for the sale. When the day came that it went on the market, we had a very well attended open house. I received an acceptable offer that same evening. I attribute the quick success of my sale to the guidance that Kristin and David provided. I still keep in touch with them and will not hesitate to seek their services when I decide to buy my next home.
Mary Stolt
"I would highly recommend David Columbus for your real estate agent. On the recent sale of my home he was professional, informative, patient and hard-working. I had no complaints about his performance. He did what he said he would do and did it in a timely fashion. He met all my expectations and in several instances exceeded them. I attribute the good price and the quick sale to his expertise. I am one very satisfied client.
Kari Nichols
"Being new to Portland, I was uncertain which one of Portland's many great neighborhoods appealed most to me when looking to purchase a home. Kristin tirelessly showed me options throughout the city until she found me the perfect home. Kristin gave me the confidence to make such a big decision and she has a network of excellent professionals that made sure I was protected in making my investment. She is always the first one I call when I need a recommendation for contractor work. I love my house and have no plans to move but Kristin will be the first one I call if those plans change!
You are the real estate agent extraordinaire. It was a total pleasure working with you and we will happily recommend your name to any one looking for an agent. You're the tops. And thanks to Ginny, too. Her sparkly smile and helpfulness made things smoother many times. You guys run a great business, relaxed and friendly, but also very professional and efficient.
Dylan Wilder-Tack
"My wife and I came to Kristin with a seemingly impossible goal. We
were searching for raw land to build an Earthship, a radically
sustainable home made of rammed earth and recycled materials. Right
away we knew we'd found the right person; Kristin shared our passion
for green building and took a personal interest in the project.
Thanks to her tireless efforts during the past year, we're now happily
settled in a small cottage on a beautiful lot in SE Portland, which
will serve as our temporary shelter while we plan for the "real" house.
Kristin listened patiently and helped us search for the perfect fit to
many competing desires: Enough space for gardens and orchards, but
close enough to the city to make bike commuting realistic. An
existing house that's comfortable, but not too nice, so we can afford
to eventually tear it down. Plenty of sunlight for solar heat and
electricity, but also many mature fir trees.
There were some obstacles and real heartbreaks along the way too, and
she was with us at every turn. Along the way, we met with city
planners, navigated a byzantine short-sale transaction, and struggled
with unyielding lenders. Kristin, we're immensely grateful for your
passion and wisdom. The first step of our adventure has succeeded
beyond our dreams, and it couldn't have happened without you." back to top
Nadie Bennett and Dave Charbonneau
"We'd probably still be making rent payments with roommates if it weren't for Columbus Real Estate. Our search for our first home was easier than we could have ever expected, and that has everything to do with David Columbus. We looked at dozens of houses on our own, but it was David who ultimately found the house we fell in love with. David guided us through the whole process, understood completely our needs and limits, and found us a beautiful home much quicker than we ever thought possible."
Courtney & Scott Johnson
"From the first meeting with Kristin, where she helped us learn to articulate what we liked or didn't like about a house, to the day David showed us into the house that became our home, Kristin and David were an amazing team. Well-informed about houses and the market, Kristin and David communicated well, were responsive and available to help. They were very patient while we began our search in a casual sort of way, but when we found the house we wanted, Kristin went into high gear to get us a fair deal. When the seller stalled on decommissioning a leaking oil tank, Kristin worked hard with the seller's agent to keep things moving and get us into our home. You always hope things will go smoothly, but when things get rough you need to know that someone you trust is working hard for you. Kristin and David were professional and courteous, but weren't afraid to roll up their sleeves when the going got tough. Buying our first home was a big decision and an emotional experience. Kristin and David understood that, and did everything they could to make it fun and enjoyable.
Mark Hansen
"When we decided to buy a house together, my girlfriend and I drove around to see what we could figure out from dropping in on an open house or two. Quickly it was obvious: we were lost in the game; we needed a guide. We heard good things about David Columbus and so we called him up. David was knowledgeable and hilarious right off the bat. He helped us figure out where to look and gave us the lowdown on getting the lowdown, whether from a high-falutin' fellow agent or an obdurate "for sale by owner" owner. David was instructive without ever being intrusive, from our first phone call to our somehow giddy meeting with the title woman. I am still surprised by how painless and fun it seemed. We don't plan on buying a house again anytime soon, but sometimes I wish we could -- just to drive around with David. It's rare that one gets to spend time with someone who is subtly hilarious and consummately professional. We recommend him without reservation.
Elizabeth Autio
"Working with Kristin and David to buy my first house was a wonderful experience. They helped me find my dream home and wouldn't let me settle for anything less just to make a quick sale. They are an amazing team who really listen to what their clients want and bring a combined knowledge of the Portland housing market, neighbrohoods, home construction, and [financing] that's hard to beat. I recommend them enthusiastically and whole-heartedly." back to top
Rob Thompson and Amy Shelton
"David is the best! He immediately found us a beautiful home within our budget. Not only did he make the entire process quick and easy, he made it fun. He always made himself available for our questions and concerns throughout the entire ordeal. This was very important to us, as this is our first home. I would never consider using another realtor and we will definitely call on him again.
Jessica Zahnow & Johan Nemitz
"Kristin and David set up a successful close for us on a house in a very difficult credit environment. We were anxious buyers, and they remained in close contact with us, the selling agent, and our mortgage broker during the negotiation and the financing processes. Their relationships with appraisers, inspectors, and contractors was key in helping us know what we were getting and what we would need to invest once we purchased the home." back to top
Tim & John
" This was our first time buying a home and we knew nothing about the process. We expected a lot of waiting and re-working of our schedule in order to view a good candidate home. With David, this was not the case. When we found a house that looked very good from the street and were excited to see more, David was there, morning, noon, and night. Before retirement we owned a computer store in California that we built from literally nothing, and I saw in David a younger me out there doing whatever it took to make it happen. I applaud him for his enthusiasm and ?can do? attitude. He made our first time a real pleasure.
Jessica Carlin
"Kristin and David were so easy to work with, and so informative. I had been looking for a house for at least three months with another realtor, switched to Kristin & David, and put an offer on a house the first day we worked together, which I now happily live in.
