Jeremy Wilkerson, Realtor

Jeremy Wilkerson, Realtor I’m Jeremy Wilkerson with MORE Realty, a full-service low commission Realtor serving Portland Metro and Vancouver Washington. JeremyWilkerson.com

I offer sellers a 1.25% listing commission and also help buyers and investors.

What actually happens to your earnest money after your offer gets accepted? 🏡A lot of buyers know they need to deposit i...
08/11/2026

What actually happens to your earnest money after your offer gets accepted? 🏡

A lot of buyers know they need to deposit it, but don’t really understand what happens after that.

The quick version:
• It shows the seller you’re serious
• It’s generally held during the transaction
• It normally gets credited toward the purchase at closing
• The contract determines when it can be refunded
• Missing deadlines or backing out outside your contractual rights can potentially put it at risk And sellers should understand it too--because earnest money can provide some protection if a buyer fails to perform under the contract.

I broke down the basics in this week’s blog without all the legal-sounding jargon.

Read your contract. Know your deadlines. Protect your money.

The 2026 Portland Street of Dreams is here! 🏡I put together a quick guide with the dates, locations, ticket info, and th...
08/05/2026

The 2026 Portland Street of Dreams is here! 🏡

I put together a quick guide with the dates, locations, ticket info, and the home trends worth watching this year.

Which trend would you want most in your own home: better indoor-outdoor living, warmer finishes, more storage, or main-level living?

Check out the full article on my website.

You accept a great offer on your home, make it through inspections, and then the appraisal comes in lower than the purch...
07/24/2026

You accept a great offer on your home, make it through inspections, and then the appraisal comes in lower than the purchase price.
Now what?
A low appraisal can create an appraisal gap, but it does not automatically kill the deal. The buyer may bring in more cash, the seller may lower the price, both sides may meet in the middle, or the appraisal may be challenged if something important was missed.
I just posted a new seller guide explaining what an appraisal gap is, what can happen next, and why the highest offer is not always the strongest offer.
This is something every seller should understand before reviewing offers.
I help homeowners throughout the Portland metro area and Southwest Washington sell with full-service representation for a 1.25% listing fee.

Seeing all these sales on one map is honestly kind of surreal. I can’t believe how many friends, family members and amaz...
07/18/2026

Seeing all these sales on one map is honestly kind of surreal. I can’t believe how many friends, family members and amazing people I’ve had the opportunity to help buy, sell and invest in real estate over the years.
Every dot represents a big moment in someone’s life and I’m incredibly grateful that so many of you have trusted me to be part of it. Thank you to everyone who has worked with me, referred me or supported my business along the way. I truly couldn’t have done this without my friends and family! 🏡❤️

Portland homes are still selling, but buyers are being much more selective.Well-priced homes are getting attention, whil...
07/13/2026

Portland homes are still selling, but buyers are being much more selective.
Well-priced homes are getting attention, while overpriced listings are sitting longer and reducing. In this market, the first two weeks matter, and pricing and presentation can make a big difference.
I break down what Portland sellers should know in my latest blog post.

FHA 203(k) renovation loans just got a little easier to use.Recent changes have increased the Limited 203(k) rehab cap t...
07/06/2026

FHA 203(k) renovation loans just got a little easier to use.
Recent changes have increased the Limited 203(k) rehab cap to $75,000, expanded the renovation timeline, and now allow contractors to be paid in more stages throughout the project.

For buyers considering a Portland-area home that needs work, this could make renovation financing worth a closer look.

I break down the changes and how the program works in my latest blog post.

The first 10 minutes of a showing matter more than most sellers realize.Buyers notice smell, lighting, cleanliness, temp...
06/25/2026

The first 10 minutes of a showing matter more than most sellers realize.
Buyers notice smell, lighting, cleanliness, temperature, maintenance clues, noise, layout, and the overall feel of the home almost immediately.
Before assuming the price is the problem, make sure the home is making the right first impression.

Quick question...When you're choosing a Realtor, what's more important:A) ExperienceB) CommunicationC) TrustworthinessD)...
06/05/2026

Quick question...

When you're choosing a Realtor, what's more important:

A) Experience
B) Communication
C) Trustworthiness
D) Market Knowledge

I'm updating my headshots today and it got me thinking about first impressions.

A photo is often the first thing people see, but it's definitely not the most important thing about who you trust to help buy or sell a home.

I'd love to hear your answer... and while you're at it, let me know what you think of this new photo! 👇

Buying a home? Don’t forget to plan for the costs that can come up before and during closing.In my most recent post, I b...
06/02/2026

Buying a home? Don’t forget to plan for the costs that can come up before and during closing.
In my most recent post, I break down common buyer upfront costs like earnest money, inspections, appraisal, down payment, and closing costs so you know what to expect before you start the process.

Have questions about what upfront costs may look like for your next home purchase? I’m happy to walk you through it.

Jeremy Wilkerson
MORE Realty
Helping buyers and sellers throughout Oregon and Washington.

Vacant or occupied — what actually sells better?In most cases, it comes down to presentation. A vacant staged home often...
05/28/2026

Vacant or occupied — what actually sells better?
In most cases, it comes down to presentation. A vacant staged home often creates the cleanest, most polished first impression, but every home is different.

Staging can help buyers understand the layout, connect emotionally, and picture themselves living there.
I broke down the difference between vacant staged, occupied staged, occupied unstaged, and vacant unstaged homes on the blog. I'll link it in the comments if anyone wants to read the full article.

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