Marty Wells - LUXE Forbes Global Properties

Marty Wells - LUXE Forbes Global Properties Real Estate Service in Lake Oswego, Oregon

03/27/2026

57% more homes pulled off the market this year.
Not because the market is broken.
Because the strategy was.

Two mistakes keep showing up. Overpricing. And impatience.

The market isn't slow. It's normal again.
The sellers winning right now? They're not waiting for conditions to change. They're meeting the market where it is.

If you're thinking about selling, get pricing and timing right before you list. Not after.

03/26/2026

Your home probably gained $250K+ in equity and you haven't checked the math.

That number changes what's possible. Even if selling isn't on your radar.

DM me. I'll pull your estimate.

Getting your house on the market in mid-April may give you an extra edge, but the bigger opportunity is the Spring seaso...
03/26/2026

Getting your house on the market in mid-April may give you an extra edge, but the bigger opportunity is the Spring season as a whole. The real question is:

Do you know what you need to do before you can list?

Because it’s officially go-time for any seller planning a Spring move.

If you want your house to hit the market this week (or even this season), let’s talk about what it’ll take to get it ready.

While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast.

03/26/2026

70% of failed deals die at the inspection.

You can fix that before you even list.

Pre-listing inspection. Simple move. Big difference.

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Thinking about buying right now? The best advice is to accept that you can’t control where rates are going to go from he...
03/25/2026

Thinking about buying right now? The best advice is to accept that you can’t control where rates are going to go from here.

What you can do is work with a trusted lender and take steps that’ll help you get the best rate possible.

So, if you want to move today, let's make it happen. We just need to control the controllables and focus where it counts.

Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan.

03/24/2026

A 50-year mortgage may sound appealing, but the reality doesn’t match the hype. Delayed amortization and minimal rate savings can cost you in the long run.

Want smarter financing strategies? Let’s talk.

03/24/2026

If you pulled your house off the market late last year, you should know... 40% of sellers who made that same choice have already re-listed. Want to know why they’re confident it’ll be different this time? Let’s talk.

Marty Wells
Managing Principal Broker
LUXE | FORBES GLOBAL PROPERTIES
Licensed in Oregon
Direct: 503.699.6999
Cell: 503.951.3849
159 A Ave Lake Oswego, OR 97034
[email protected]
martywells.luxeoregon.com


03/23/2026

Selling your home is not about luck, it is about strategy. The right pricing, presentation, and marketing are what drive results in today’s market. When those pieces align, buyers show up.

Reach out if you want a plan that gets your home sold.

Whether you’re selling next year or just giving your house some TLC, the right home improvements today can set you up fo...
03/23/2026

Whether you’re selling next year or just giving your house some TLC, the right home improvements today can set you up for success tomorrow. And the best part? Your equity may be the key to making it happen.

What’s one upgrade you’ve been thinking about – and wondering if it’s worth it?

Let’s have a quick conversation about whether it’s the right decision for your home.

Marty Wells
Managing Principal Broker
LUXE | FORBES GLOBAL PROPERTIES
Licensed in Oregon
Direct: 503.699.6999
Cell: 503.951.3849
159 A Ave Lake Oswego, OR 97034
[email protected]
martywells.luxeoregon.com


That kitchen you’ve been mentally redesigning...The bathroom that really needs a refresh...Or the outdoor space you keep saying you’ll get to someday...

03/20/2026
If you were holding off on buying, this could be exactly the signal you’ve been waiting so long for. If you want to know...
03/19/2026

If you were holding off on buying, this could be exactly the signal you’ve been waiting so long for. If you want to know how much affordability’s improved in our area, let's connect.

Marty Wells
Managing Principal Broker
LUXE | FORBES GLOBAL PROPERTIES
Licensed in Oregon
Direct: 503.699.6999
Cell: 503.951.3849
159 A Ave Lake Oswego, OR 97034
[email protected]
martywells.luxeoregon.com


For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too.

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Marty Wells comes to LUXE Christie’s with an impressive background in business, sales, marketing, and real estate investing. After graduating from Baylor University with an MBA in Finance and Economics, Marty spent 16 years building a successful career in national account sales and management where he worked with senior executives at some of the world’s largest financial and industrial firms.

In 1996, with a spirit of adventure and entrepreneurship, Marty alnd his wife Lene began investing in properties in Southern California, where they met through their involvement in the Pasadena Jaycees. Marty and Lene honed their real estate investing skills and, in 2004, sold their California holdings and decided to focus their attention on real estate sales and marketing in Oregon. Since then, Marty’s incredible talent for negotiation, his solid business acumen and his knowledge of the local market have earned him the distinction of being a Top Producer in Portland, attaining the Diamond-Platinum level, the highest achievement, in the Portland Metropolitan Association of Realtor's Masters Circle.

Lene Wells, Marty’s wife and business partner, is a native of Denmark. After earning a degree in Hotel Management from the prestigious Helsingor Handelskole in Helsingor, Denmark, Lene held management positions at several premier five-star hotel properties in Denmark and Southern California. This valuable experience giCHRIS HOEM, Broker, Licensed in the State of Oregonves Lene extraordinary insight into the high-end, luxury market - something she uses every day while working wiMamAth buyers to help them find ideal properties that meet their needs and desires.

Marty and Lene live in West Linn with their three children. They love the community and are actively involved in many school and sports activities throughout the year.