Kris Whitby

"Kris was a great person to have on our side while we searched for our first home. Prior to looking, she equipped us with all of the information we needed for the journey including a snapshot of the current market, a break down of the additional costs to expect, information on loan types and brokers, and additional things to keep in mind during the process that were greatly appreciated.

When we were ready to start seeing homes, she was very accommodating to our schedules and was an excellent partner throughout the process. We were lucky to have found a home we loved quickly and when we were ready to make an offer, she walked us through the process very thoughtfully and provided valuable insight every step of the way. To my surprise, we find the process much less stressful than anticipated and I attribute a lot of that to having Kris as our agent.

We would recommend her in a heart beat to any first time home buyers like ourselves."

— Nina Christenson

"We thoroughly enjoyed working with Kris for the purchase of a condo. She was always available - whether by phone, text or email - and responded immediately whenever we needed her. We appreciated how smooth she made each transaction in the process. She found us the perfect spot at an amazing price - and managed to make it go like clockwork even during the quarantine. We would definitely recommend Kris to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home!"

— bards47

"Kris was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish, and made the whole house-buying process super easy. As a first time buyer in the US, she talked me through the process, was always quick to respond to my questions, and she checked in with me regularly, which I really appreciated.

Viewing properties with Kris was a great experience. My viewings took place while the COVID-19 "stay at home" order was in effect (real estate was designated as an essential service). Kris took care to keep us both safe by wearing a mask and gloves, and bringing shoe covers for us both, and disinfectant wipes. She has an eagle eye for detail, and her knowledge of construction and remodeling meant that she was able to help me understand what I'd be taking on with each place that I viewed (both immediately, and in the next few years). She also really listened to me when I talked about what I was looking for. So she was able to gently remind me what I had told her was important to me, which was super helpful when I got over-excited about a gas range or a view of Mt Hood in a property that didn't meet my "must have" criteria. That helped me focus on what I really wanted, and helped me make my decision.

Kris provided great advice on how to present my offer, and after it was accepted, we closed in 30 days. She negotiated fixes after the inspection (I got everything I asked for), insisted on things like using manufacturer parts and manufacturer-approved companies to do the work, and she followed through to make sure everything was done.

Kris' professionalism, experience in the Portland market, strong negotiation skills, responsiveness and attention to detail make her a great realtor. She's also a very lovely person. That's a winning combination!"

— alison bellair

"Kris is hardworking, professional, organized, very detail oriented, a huge resource and a great communicator. We would not have been so satisfied with anyone else. She negotiates well and kept us very well informed and she is a super nice person. I would recommend her to friends and family."

— molly fauske

"We met Kris at an open house in 2018. At the time we were not ready to buy, but we jelled well with her and kept her number. Fast forward two years and we were looking to buy.

Kris was responsive and thorough. She asked the right questions and helped us find the perfect home. We found ourselves in a 5 way battle for a house and she helped us create an excellent offer that got us the house.

But it didn't stop there. Negotiations for repairs were next. And she handled it with grace and we got everything we wanted...and more!

The entire home buying process from searching to signing could not have gone any smoother.

We may be first time homebuyers, but listening to horror stories from other homeowners, I can't believe how straight forward, simple, and fun Kris made the process.

I highly recommend."

— zuser20161108093746859

"Kris Whitby is extremely responsive and professional. When researching the possibility of moving out of state, we needed an objective, reputable, and knowledgeable source to point us in the right direction. She went above and beyond to ensure we had all the resources and information necessary to make sound decisions, especially for first time home buyers like us. Her knowledge of the area is amazing and her service is invaluable. We highly recommend working with Kris!"

— Stacie Mills

"We couldn't have asked for a better first-time buyer experience with a realtor than the one we got with Kris! Not only is she savvy on negotiating and neighborhood knowledge, but she has a keen eye for design and is a master at suggesting renovation options. She was patient and took the time to explain the process to us in full, was great at putting her foot down and standing up for our needs and wants as buyers, and most importantly, she helped us find our dream home! Could not recommend her more! If you want the best, get Kris."

— privas752