Buying And Selling
Buying
Buying a home in the Portland market can be fast-paced, competitive and nerve-wracking. It can also be exciting, fun, and the start of a great new chapter in your life. Since it is a major decision that takes strategic planning and research, Tom will work with you every step of the way, listening to your needs and providing the information you need to make the best choices.
Selling
Selling your home is one of the biggest decisions one will make in a lifetime. It takes a trusted advisor, consultant, and professional to guide you through the complicated steps of the selling process. Tom will act as your trusted advisor, providing you with superior customer service from the first meeting, through the sale process and beyond.
A Personalized Approach Guided by Trust Integrity and Care
I offer a true concierge-style real estate experience, one built around personal care, one-on-one guidance, and thoughtful strategy from our first conversation through closing and beyond. As a hyper-local Portland Metro real estate expert, I bring years of experience, deep neighborhood insight, and a friendly, hardworking approach rooted in integrity, focusing on quality over quantity and creative agility to ensure every client feels informed, supported, and genuinely cared for at every step. You will never be handed off or treated like a transaction, only guided with expertise and the same level of care and advocacy I would give my own family, with a commitment to delivering a high-quality experience tailored entirely to you.
About Tom
~A Little Bit About Tom~
Real estate, for me, has never been about simply buying or selling homes, it’s about helping people move thoughtfully through major life transitions with clarity, confidence, and the right guidance along the way. Since becoming licensed in 2012, I’ve built my business through relationships, referrals, trust, and a very hands-on approach rooted in communication, preparation, and genuine care for the people I work with.
Having lived in the Portland Metro area most of my life, I bring a deep understanding of the city, its neighborhoods, architecture, lifestyle, and the subtle differences that make one area feel completely different from another. My background prior to real estate included work in visual design, corporate re-branding/design, project management, and property maintenance – experiences that shaped the way I see homes and helped develop a sharp eye for presentation, functionality, quality, and potential. I’m naturally detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and able to help clients see both the practical and emotional side of a home decision.
Clients often tell me they appreciate my calm demeanor, honesty, responsiveness, and ability to make complex situations feel manageable. I believe strong representation comes from listening carefully, communicating clearly, negotiating strategically, and staying fully present throughout the process. Whether guiding first-time buyers, long-time homeowners, estate sales, or luxury properties, I approach every transaction with the same level of care, professionalism, and commitment to doing things the right way.
What Clients Say
Tom Kerr was a fantastic realtor to work with. I found him via a reference from a co-worker and, since working with him, I’ve also recommended him to 2 co-workers and a friend. He was extremely patient with me (which is quite a task) but was not afraid to push me if he felt I … Continue reading Tommi C.
I highly recommend Tom. I couldn’t be happier with the way he helped me through the process of selling my home. He was knowledgeable about the local market, attentive to details and extraordinarily helpful as I got my home ready to sell. I’ve worked with other agents and the experience with Tom was better in … Continue reading Bruce S.
