Jake Barakat

Principal Broker, Licensed in Oregon

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Mobile503-330-4772
Direct503-212-2307
Fax503-212-2407

West Linn Office

1969 Willamette Falls Dr. Suite 100

West Linn, OR 97068

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I follow the golden rule in my real estate practice, treating my clients as I would want to be treated. My focus is on the four attributes that I would want my real estate broker to have; competency, experience, work ethic, and intelligence. I am a native of Portland and going into my 16th year as a full-time broker having handled hundreds of sales all over the metro market.

Consumers should be discerning and selective about which real estate professional they choose to work with. Conversely, I am selective about the clients that I work with and strongly believe that beyond the basic minimum requirement of having my skillset match the client’s needs that we should enjoy the process of working together. I am happy to meet with anybody to offer a zero pressure, cost free analysis of their real estate objectives to see if we would be a good fit to work together.

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I have not met many people in my life whom I can recommend to everyone I know without hesitation or qualification. Jake helped my wife and I purchase our first home. From the moment we met him, Jake was a tireless advocate for our needs. He helped acclimate us to the process, guided us through its intricacies, and ultimately helped us land our dream home. In the years since, Jake has not been a stranger either. He has eagerly answered many questions in the ensuing years and offered advice on home values (performing comps for us without a fee) and refinancing. He has also been an invaluable source of information on contractors. You know that feeling when you've found a good mechanic and your mind is at ease because you no longer have to worry about your car? Hire Jake as your broker and you'll never look anywhere else for your real estate needs.

— Dan & Nikki S.

We have used Jake to buy 3 and sell 2 homes. Each time he reminds us once again why he is he incredible at what he does. His attention to detail and urgent communication makes you feel like his most important client. Not to mention he has given us great advice from negotiation tactics to inspections that have enabled us to get the best deal on every home. We have recommended him to every family member and friend we know and will continue to do so forever!

— Taylor and Norman W.

I have worked Jake on multiple house transactions including purchasing and selling. His knowledge of the market including trends and pressures was top notch. He provided suggestions that paid off big for us which we wouldn't of followed without his direction. Jake is very accessible and helped us maneuver through the process from start to finish. I would recommend Jake for anyone selling or purchasing a home, especially in the challenging market that the Portland Metro area currently is experiencing.

— Grace & Dave W.

I met Jake Barakat when my daughter and her husband bought their first home. Their experience with him was so great I didn't hesitate to call him when my 89 year old mother wanted to sell her home. Jake showed her the utmost respect in this endeavor and could not have been more patient. Selling her home was a very emotional and daunting task for her. She wanted to be involved in all the decisions and wanted the final say on every matter. She knew exactly what she wanted and many times was a bit stubborn. Jake told her that he wanted her to be happy with this sale and held to his word. It turned out to be a quick process and my mom was extremely happy with the results. I would highly recommend Jake to anyone I know who wants to buy or sell a home. He is excellent at what he does and it is a pleasure to work with him.

— Michelle H.

It’s about quality over quantity. At Hasson, we take tremendous pride in associating only with agents who epitomize the service, communication and professionalism that our company is known for. The agents and the company are dependent upon each other to achieve the greatest success.

— Mike Hasson, Owner & CEO

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03/05/2020 - user992651

Bought and sold a single family home in 2020 for approximately $525K in Middleton, Sherwood, OR 97140.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

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"Jake is the absolute best. This will be our 6th transaction with him, his knowledge a work ethic are unparalleled. He works very collaboratively and is true to his word of working by the golden rule."

— user992651

05/17/2018 - BetteCrittenden

Bought a single family home in 2018 for approximately $350K in Aloha, Beaverton, OR 97078.

Highly Recommended

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"Jake is incredible! His quick response, knowledge of the areas in Portland and overall great personality make it so easy to buy a home with his help! For a first time home buyer, he was so patient with all of my questions. Walking through the home-buying process was amazing with him! I would recommend and have recommended him to other friends looking to purchase."

— BetteCrittenden

03/15/2018 - taylor wentworth0

Bought and sold a single family home in 2017 for approximately $725K in Willamette, West Linn, OR 97068.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"We have used Jake to buy 3 and sell 2 homes. Each time he reminds us once again why he is he incredible at what he does. His attention to detail and urgent communication makes you feel like his most important client. Not to mention he has given us great advice from negotiation tactics to inspections that have enabled us to get the best deal on every home. We have recommended him to every family member and friend we know and will continue to do so forever!"

— taylor wentworth0

12/13/2017 - lisa murphy80

Bought a single family home in 2017 for approximately $375K in Brentwood-Darlington, Portland, OR 97206.

Highly Recommended

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Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"Jake helped my husband and I buy our first home! He was wonderful to work with- knowledgeable of the Portland area and helpful in teaching us how to navigate the home buying process for the first time. He was flexible for home viewings which was critical in a market where homes move so fast. He was extremely skillful in negotiating with the seller/selling agent in a rather challenging situation. Maybe most importantly, Jake is trustworthy, honest, and full of integrity; we felt we could rely on him to have our best interest in mind every step of the way."

— lisa murphy80

08/18/2017 - jacie kindig

Bought a single family home in 2017 for approximately $350K in Middleton, Sherwood, OR 97140.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"I have been house hunting for over a year and a half now, and Jake has been there helping each step of the way. Jake is incredibly knowledgeable, really great at communicating things so I could understand, and is just above and beyond thoughtful and helpful all throughout the whole entire process. Jake will walk you through everything and made it much less intimidating for me. He is quick and efficient in his response time. He makes the entire process from start to finish, as easy and convenient as possible. I had no doubt throughout the whole house hunting and buying experience that Jake would always give me a straight and honest answer every single time. I will most certainly recommend him to anyone even thinking of purchasing or selling a home."

— jacie kindig

05/02/2017 - davewoodworth1

Bought and sold a single family home in 2015 for approximately $350K in Multnomah, Portland, OR 97219.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"I have worked Jake on multiple house transactions including purchasing and selling. His knowledge of the market including trends and pressures was top notch. He provided suggestions that paid off big for us which we wouldn't of followed without his direction. Jake is very accessible and helped us maneuver through the process from start to finish. I would recommend Jake for anyone selling or purchasing a home, especially in the challenging market that the Portland Metro area currently is experiencing."

— davewoodworth1

05/02/2017 - dan3260

Bought a single family home in 2014 for approximately $475K in Palisades, Lake Oswego, OR 97034.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"I have not met many people in my life whom I can recommend to everyone I know without hesitation or qualification. Jake helped my wife and I purchase our first home. From the moment we met him, Jake was a tireless advocate for our needs. He helped acclimate us to the process, guided us through its intricacies, and ultimately helped us land our dream home.

In the years since, Jake has not been a stranger either. He has eagerly answered many questions in the ensuing years and offered advice on home values (performing comps for us without a fee) and refinancing. He has also been an invaluable source of information on contractors.

You know that feeling when you've found a good mechanic and your mind is at ease because you no longer have to worry about your car? Hire Jake as your broker and you'll never look anywhere else for your real estate needs."

— dan3260

05/08/2016 - Carlee Dierickx

Bought a single family home in 2016 for approximately $450K in Multnomah, Portland, OR 97219.

Highly Recommended

Local Knowledge

Process Expertise

Responsiveness

Negotiation Skills

"Jake was the epitome of professional and courteous. His attention to detail, and ability to respond almost immediately were always appreciated. If he didn't have an answer to a question, he was always quick to find one and get back to us right away. We could not have survived buying our first home without him."

— Carlee Dierickx

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