Dave Van Nus

Q: 1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?

Follow the 7 steps of highly successful people which starts with being proactive. I would highly recommend asking for a buyer consultation of sorts and work with an experienced real estate team with good reviews, but also good resources. Lender, Inspection, Contractor, and many others are involved in the process and we have great preferred vendors who communicate well, often and get the job done. Remember that this is the biggest purchase you may make, so get with Realtor and Lender and allow everyone to be on the same page as you plan your move.

Q: 2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?

The same thing, slow down and be proactive. We can put a home on the market in one day if that is needed, otherwise, you will do better working with your Real Estate Broker on getting your home prepared to sell. Having time to take photos when the sun is out, or planning a marketing blitz for your 1st day on the market and/or 1st Open House (we do mega open houses) takes time to plan and get the most out of the event, including multiple offers. Sellers should work with a Real Estate Team who understands how to determine home value, and explain why pricing the property correctly the first time is so important! Make sure you have a realtor who communicates with you and gives you buyer feedback. So important! We always get feedback which has helped us to offer a push with an incentive to get an offer and make our sellers happy! The market is not what it was a year or five years ago and is always changing. Portland is very different than the national market so make sure you work with someone who knows the Portland Metro. Also, make sure you have a real estate team that knows how to be creative if needed, as well as who works well with other agents. We have a great reputation which has allowed us to get some wins for our clients. Finally,

Q: 3. What types of clients have you worked with?

This is a tough question, I don't have a specific type other than Willing, Able, and Ready! I have been blessed to work with ALL TYPES of buyers and sellers while as a loan officer for 5 years, or as a Real Estate Broker for the past 12 years as of 2020, with over 300 successful transactions. When the market crashed, and I went from doing loans to being a Real Estate Broker, I was able to help buyers, and sellers, buy and sell on the Owner Contract.

Q: 4. Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?

I have several, but most recently helped a seller who did not sell her home with the previous agent. We called and met her and took some time to get bids on things that people didn't like. She had a spiral staircase, and a bakers kitchen and so we got bids from a contractor to show buyers how easy it was to change. In addition, she had a nice Shed and a Barn that was just being used for storage, and we got bids to show prospects what it would cost to change to ADUs. We put the home on the market and in one week, we had multiple offers. The best was when the inspection was done, the buyers waited to the last day to ask for over 10K in repairs. We had a backup offer and was able to use that as leverage to get the buyers to accept as is and saved our client 10K! She is always willing to be a reference of ours if you want to ask her. It was awesome, but that is why we are proactive vs rushing to get on the market. Ask us about our 7 Step Selling System! We also helped a buyer just last month get over 11K towards closing costs, as well as 17 items (Seventeen) on the inspection report negotiated and taken care of by the sellers without changing the price, in fact, we also got the price 25K off with the initial offer! They got a new Furnace too! It was great and we look forward to doing that again!

Q: 5. How did you get started in Real Estate?

Before and After the Marine Corps, my passion was Real Estate and I wanted to be a Real Estate Broker. However, the cost to get my Real Estate License vs a Loan Officer License was very different and being a young broke Veteran, I chose to get into loans and so happy I did. I now have over 5 years of experience with lending and understanding how to communicate with other loan officers, as well as make certain the pre-approval is verified and based on more than just a heartbeat. I can now help my sellers safely accept an offer with a VA, or FHA, or Conventional Financing, and how each impacts the buyers or sellers. After five years and working with many agents over that time who I found didn't have my clients' best interest at heart, I chose to jump from lending to being a Realtor! I absolutely love what I do helping buyers and sellers in a very stressful time by making it an enjoyable and safe one!

Q: 6. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?

My Dad was a Door to Door Salesman and mom served tables, so I grew up in sales, or what I like to consider, enhanced customer service! I am a US Marine Veteran and that training is what gives me the Make It Happen vs Letting It Happen mindset. 5 years previous Lending Experience and I speak Mortgage :) This has saved my clients Thousands!!! Ask me how! 12 years of Real Estate Negotiations for both buyer side, and sellers side, and always going through some training to stay on top of the real estate market, trends, and technology. We are learning based and always taking time to Sharpen The Saw! There is no CAN'T in my vocabulary...that mindset, along with my experience with that is a huge benefit. If you don't ask, the answer is always No. We are not afraid to ask! Quick Thinking and Creative, we are always thinking outside the box which has allowed us to get our clients what they wanted. Also, Expert in Owner Financing and Lease Options, Short Sales, Foreclosures and HUD. I have a team member who is also certified in Probate who I can refer you to as well.

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About Dave Van Nus

Selling? See our 7StepSellingSystem.com #WeKnowPortland @WeKnowPortland www.WeKnowPortland.com! A Marine Corps Veteran, Dave Van Nus, epitomizes integrity, passion, hard work, and creative service in every detail of your real estate transaction. In 2003, Dave started his Journey in Real Estate and became a Loan Officer. Over the next five years, Dave went on to become an Industry Expert in the Mortgage Field doing everything from 1st Time Home Buyer Loans to brokering Private Money for Investors. He was promoted to Executive Manager before he started his very own Mortgage Company. However, in 2008, the market crashed, and Dave decided to become a Realtor! Dave models his career on best practices he's learned and keeps up on technology to offer his clients even more. Dave has been featured on both KATU and KOIN News, as well as in the Oregonian and other media for his Real Estate expertise in the Portland Metro. His creative mind, along with his passion to follow the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, allows him to negotiate Win Win transactions every time. Today, with over 15 years experience and being involved in over 500 transactions, Dave is someone you can trust to handle the sale or purchase of your home by Selling with Integrity! A loving Son, Brother, and Father, Dave is a family man with a devotion to God. When he is not "Making It Happen" for his clients or on his cell phone, you can find him enjoying life BBQing and hanging out with his friends and family, working on his golf swing, or enjoying a hike while camping somewhere in the majestic Pacific NW. He lives by the Golden Rules of "doing unto others", "loving your neighbor", and "doing the right thing"... Always! Semper Fi

Community Involvement

Working with Special Needs, Veterans, and Portland's Homeless Population

HOBBIES/INTEREST

I just got a new Camera, and I enjoy Hiking, Golf, going to Food Festivals and loving the Pacific NW...and I love traveling and going to Film Festivals.

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LICENSE

Real Estate - Oregon - # 200603420

Designation

Military Relocation Professional

Real Estate Investing

Top Producer

Licensed Realtor

Real Estate Broker

Broker / Associate Broker

REALTOR

Principal Real Estate Broker

Specialties

Buyer's Agent
Commercial Properties
Investment Properties
Listing Agent
Military/Veterans
New Construction
Relocation
Residential Real Estate

Awards

2024
TOP 25 AGENT
Oregon
2024
TOP AGENT
Portland, OR
2024
TOP AGENT
Hillsboro, OR

Other Awards

Five Star Professional Awardee 2023 - Top 3% of Real Estate Brokers Nationwide

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Dave Van Nus's Reviews & Ratings

23 Reviews

(5/5)

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Professional
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Responsive
Trustworthy
Communicative
Outstanding
Attentive
Available Remotely
Excellent negotiator
Great for new buyers

Alan S.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

August 19, 2022

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Review Submitted: August 19, 2022

Client Name: Alan S.

Transaction Type: sell

Property Address:

<Address Hidden> Hillsboro, OR 97124

Introduction Made: January 12, 2022

Closed: Aug 2022

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I was impressed with Dave Van Nus from the first time I met him. He was very experienced and knowledgeable about the real estate process and the financial aspects of selling my property. It was very stressful with the changing market and increase in interest rates but Dave still got us more than our listing price. He was a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend him.

Roni R.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

September 3, 2021

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Review Submitted: September 3, 2021

Client Name: Rhonda R.

Transaction Type: buy

Property Address:

<Address Hidden> Beaverton, OR 97005

Introduction Made: March 30, 2021

Closed: Sep 2021

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Dave was AMAZING! Consistently went WAY above and beyond, always making us feel like we were his only clients. And he did some creative negotiating to not only get us the deal, but he also saved us a bunch of money at closing. HIGHLY recommend!

Sheryle K.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

September 22, 2020

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Review Submitted: September 22, 2020

Client Name: Sheryle K.

Transaction Type: sell

Property Address:

<Address Hidden> Portland, OR 97220

Introduction Made: July 07, 2020

Closed: Sep 2020

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Dave did everything he promised he would do. He mad our transition very easy. He was a pleasure to work with. He answered my call every time I called. I would highly recommend him.

Sherry C.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

September 10, 2020

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Dave lives upto the name Integrity. He was a pleasure to work with and made our transition easy. I highly recommend him. He is honest and down to earth. He was considerate of our mom's passing and selling our childhood home. He is a pleasure to talk to. He did not pressure us or make any problems for us. He answered every time I called. He was available at all times.

Marcia T.

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September 26, 2019

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I was impressed with Dave Van Nus from the first time I met him. He was very experienced and knowledgeable about the real estate process and the financial aspects of selling my property. He was also creative and able to think outside of the box which was necessary and critical to selling this unique property. Dave was completely honest with me throughout the entire time and always had my best interests in mind. The online presentation of my property from the drone was really impressive. I felt like every detail was handled very professionally and fairly and would definitely recommend Dave and Integrity Homes to my friends and family. I will definitely use his services again when I am ready to buy my next home.Thanks to Dave and Rachael for making my experience a great one!Marcia Stout

Jonathan T.

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September 24, 2019

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Dave it the Best in the Business when it comes to real estate! He not only knows just about everything there is to know about real estate and home mortgages (a HUGE bonus when dealing with real estate!) But He's extremely kind and has only one desire and that's to get His clients into the home that best fits all of there needs! Dave did just that and far exceeded all of that with my home buying procedures! I asked Him to put an offer in on a property because of my excitement to even think about buying, but then He led me to an even better property that was not only more practical but it was even closer to my Mothers Home (which was important to me,) and He kept it within the budget I had asked Him to AND He helped me get the best interest rate for my loan! He really is a man with many talents and He knows exactly how to use them for His clients! He takes his job very seriously and doesn't mess around! I'm grateful for that and appreciate Dave and would highly recommend Him to ANYONE that is looking to purchase a home in the great Pacific Northwest! Thanks Dave!

Marcia S.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

September 13, 2019

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Review Submitted: September 13, 2019

Client Name: Marcia S.

Transaction Type: sell

Property Address:

<Address Hidden> Clatskanie, OR 97016

Introduction Made: April 16, 2019

Closed: Sep 2019

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Dave was a pleasure to work with. He has a great deal of expertise in real estate and mortgages and was willing to think outside of the box in order to put together a plan to sell my unique property. He did not over promise and underdeliver like I have experienced before.. He is a creative guy, someone I knew I could trust to do a good job for me and gave me his best efforts throughout the process. I plan to work with Dave again in the future.

Charles

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

August 13, 2019

We have been impressed with Dave Van Nus' commitment to his clients and overall work ethic. Highly recommended.

Jackie S.

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

July 22, 2019

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Zillow
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If you want someone to help you with any real estate transaction, you would highly appreciate one with integrity, honesty, energetic, knowledgeable, personable, a class act, and will go to the end of earth for his clients-Dave Van Nus is that person with any/all that have the privilege of working with him! We had a situation that was demanding, with many difficulties, Dave was always professional, offering education to help us make the best decisions.

Tiffanymires

Review for Member: Dave Van Nus

October 23, 2018

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1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?

2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?

3. What types of clients have you worked with?

4. Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?

5. How did you get started in Real Estate?

6. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?

Answered Questions

How should I prepare my house before selling it?

Mike, your question opens up many questions like, how fast do you want to sell? How much do you have to invest in your home? Are you occupying the property or is it tenant occupied or vacant? What is the exit strategy or do you need to transition to another home? To answer your question I would find and hire a competent Real Estate Broker who isn't in a hurry to get a paycheck and who will work with you, your Lender/Financial Advisor, and anyone else involved to help you be proactive and communicate the plan effectively to help you make or save the most you can. When we meet sellers, we go over our 7 Step Selling System (www.7StepSelling System.com) and we include an option to get what we have coined our Integrity Home Report (www.IntegrityHomeReport.com). So, as you can see, your question is a loaded one and what I suggest is speaking with a Realtor who can explain their reasoning behind your mutually accepted plan. You want an honest realtor vs a yes realtor too. Look at reviews or let me help you find a realtor and I will make sure I interview them enough to trust they have the same Integrity that our team has. Wishing you the best either way.

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