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Dreams start the journey. Strategy brings you home.

 

Your Home Journey. Your Way.

Whether you’re buying for the very first time or just need a little extra guidance, I’ll meet you exactly where you are. I'm Gennyfer Santel, a licensed OR real estate agent affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Realty Partners in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. Every day I work with home buyers and sellers from Oregon and beyond to help them reach their real estate goals.

Relocating from out of state or need remote previews because of your busy schedule? I’ll FaceTime you from the property and make you feel like you are right there with me! Prefer texting over phone calls? No problem—I’m here to communicate in the way that works best for you. Have a million questions? Ask away. I love educating people about the process and being a valuable resource along the way.

My goal is to make sure you feel confident, informed, and supported at every step—never pressured. Together, we’ll find a home you love, on your terms.

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What Your Buyer’s Agent Does

Being a great buyer’s agent is so much more than being a door-opener. As your fiduciary, I’m here to protect your best interests every step of the way while making the process clear and manageable. That means:

  • Finding the right homes to match your goals and budget

  • Scheduling and guiding you through showings

  • Researching comparable sales so you know the real market value

  • Writing offers and negotiating inspections or repairs with strategy

  • Coordinating with lenders, title, and everyone involved in the deal

  • Keeping the paperwork and deadlines on track so closing day is smooth
     

Buying a home is a big move. My job is to bring both strategy and calm to the process so you can focus on picturing your next chapter—not the red tape.

Success Stories

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  • The reason we chose Gennyfer to list our home was due to her plan that we discussed during our interview. No one else came with a plan. We needed someone to quickly start the ball rolling and establish a schedule to move us forward, and she did. She laid out a timeline, which helped us stay on track, and she followed through, being a pit bull in ensuring all our post-offer inspection items were completed. It was a lot, but she set up everything and kept the ball rolling. I don't know if anyone else could've kept up like she did!
    — CG, Eastmoreland
  • Genn met our needs so well, and we felt confident that at every unknown step we needed to take, we would be taken care of. Her vast expert knowledge base, punctuality, and never-ending encouragement, combined with a joyful and uplifting sense of humor, frequently lightened our stress levels during this challenging and unfamiliar experience.
    — LH, Oregon City
  • Gennyfer handled the sale of my father’s estate with empathy, attention to detail, and professionalism throughout. I felt heard, supported, and relieved with her calm and steady guidance along the way. Thank you!
    — DM, Portland
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The Home Buying Process

Buying a home in Portland, or anywhere, can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. With the right guidance, the process becomes clear, manageable, and even fun! From securing pre-approval with a local lender to touring neighborhoods, making an offer, navigating inspections, and negotiating repairs, every step matters. This simple roadmap shows you exactly what you can expect from start to finish, so you feel confident and supported the whole way to closing day.

1
Secure Financing
2
Select a Buyers Agent to Represent You
3
Define Your Needs and Wants
4
Home Search and Making an Offer
5
Inspections, Repair Negotiations, and Appraisal
6
Closing, Keys, and Moving In
7
Celebrate

Secure Financing

Get pre-approved so you know your budget and can shop with confidence.

Select a Buyers Agent to Represent You

Choose an agent who listens to you, protects your interests, and guides you every step of the way.

Define Your Needs and Wants

We’ll map out your must-haves and nice-to-haves to focus your search.

Home Search and Making an Offer

Tour homes, compare options, and craft a winning offer when we find "the one"

Inspections, Repair Negotiations, and Appraisal

Make sure the home is sound and address any issues before moving forward.

Closing, Keys, and Moving In

Sign the final paperwork, get your keys, and celebrate your new home.

Celebrate

Congratulate Yourself on Your New Home!

Making it through escrow can seem like a mountain of details but the view from the top is worth it. Expect to sign a ton of paperwork before you get there, and we’ll hold your hand through every step of the process. A few days before closing, we’ll conduct a final walk-through, and then, once both parties sign closing statements, the keys are yours and we’ll celebrate your new home and your new life!

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Contact Details

Santel Home Team

Phone

(503) 894-1818

Email

[email protected]

Address

12550 SE 93rd Ave, Ste 120 Clackamas OR 97015

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