Jason Elstrott Shares 3 Tips If You’re Considering a Suburban Home or Farm House

We all need a place to rest our heads at night. But in the 21st century, property is much more than that. It represents a deeper connection to our environment and the space we’re privileged to call our own.

When he moved to Oregon in 2008 after a blissful stint in Costa Rica, Jason Elstrott needed to rely heavily on those feelings to move forward. It wasn’t the best time to be an Oregon agent, so he expanded into different sectors, gaining as much insight as possible.

“I worked in related fields until the market picked up,” he reveals. “It was a great opportunity to learn new skills and explore a different part of the world. After falling in love with Oregon, I got my real estate license and never looked back.”

Now operating at Weichert Realtors on Main St. and a Principal Broker, Jason has discovered his talent for helping others buy or sell suburban property, including farmhouses on small acreage and care homes. The experience he built up, before and during his time as an Oregon agent, has proved pivotal during deals.

If you’re considering buying between Portland Metro and Salem, with all the area’s renowned growth potential, you need a starting point. Fortunately, Jason Elstrott has shared some exclusive lessons from his career to set you up for success. Whether buying a farmhouse or selling a townhome, the following tips could help you maximize Oregon’s opportunities:

1. Anticipate and articulate

It’s impossible to pre-empt every eventuality. But Jason Elstrott knows that having the right tools in your repertoire can significantly increase your prospects for prosperity. He believes clear communication is the minimum you should expect from anyone claiming to be the best real estate agent in Oregon.

“Reach out to a professional to talk things over in advance if you are planning to buy or sell a property,” he says. “I try not to ‘sell’ anything to my customers. Instead, I assume a role as an experienced consultant, ready to assist in whatever property transition they desire.”

The Realtor continues to develop new skills. Managing a stand of Douglas firs at his tree farm is his current calling, while always on the lookout for opportunities in remodeling distressed properties and land development. Above all, he recognizes Oregon’s powerful allure and understands its manifold appeals, from the outdoors to its thriving economy.

2. Set your sights

Now you’ve identified the kind of property you want to buy or sell, it’s time to work out what you want from the transaction. Grounding and orienting your vision around practicable steps can help you clarify your ideal outcome.

“Transactions can be stressful because time is limited and large amounts of money are involved,” Jason Elstrott emphasizes. “Talking things out with an experienced professional can help set realistic expectations and goals.”

Insight is vital for foresight. As a Principal Broker, he has helped with various aspirations, from purchasing second homes to creating equity by improving distressed properties. Wide-ranging experience in the likes of land development, house remodeling, and construction projects gives him the expertise to deal with everything from farmhouse sales to care home investments.

3. Choose a credible consultant

With a vibrant background comes a grasp of the qualities that make for a harmonious client-agent relationship. Though the process is subjective, keep some non-negotiable attributes in mind while narrowing your search.

“Establish trust in who you decide to work with,” Jason begins. “Find someone you feel comfortable with to answer all your questions, and there will be fewer opportunities for unexpected problems to arise. Customers often tell me it was hard to get updates from other agents because of communication breakdowns, resulting from too many people involved in a transaction.”

Jason picks up the phone and takes on all negotiating responsibilities because he understands responsiveness and transparency are critical for ensuring a transaction lives up to expectations: “When dealing with sensitive issues related to occupancy, sales price, and repairs on a property, it puts customers at ease to know someone is going to pick up the phone and respond when they need something.”

Jason Elstrott has dipped his toe in many waters. But it’s the rivers and coastlines of Oregon, and his affinity for them, that brought all of his skill sets together. In the Beaver State, he demonstrates the value of life experience, whether acting as an informed advisor or as a steward of its treasured wildlife.