Use this section to write about yourself - don't be shy - Why should a buyer or seller want to work with you? Do you have any certifications and qualifications? What sets you apart from other agents:

Chris Balmes with Chris Balmes properties offers you many years of experience and right now that is extremely important in this market.  I have been through the good times and the bad times with real estate.  There is no need to panic.  Everything turns around in time and when it does, history shows that it will happen very quickly and property values will really bounce.  I learned years ago how to market properties in tough times and how to set myself apart from the agents who panic and stop spending money to market their listings, have to take part time jobs or leave the marketplace all together.  You can count on me to be there for you and to be calm and make smart moves during this time.  I have spent years working the relocation market and have buyers all the time coming into the Portland metropolitan area. I also have experience finding and selling foreclosures for my loyal clients. Don't let anyone fool you - this can be a good time in real estate, too!  I am a licensed contractor in oregon and also own a property management company to handle your extended real estate needs.  I have many credentials I have earned over the years, as well as many awards and would be happy to share that information with you.  I now own my own real estate firm, licensed in both Oregon and Washington, and have begun to add really good, seasoned realtors to my team.  Over the years I have sold homes as high as $5 million (I have bought and sold many homes with many players of the Portland Trailblazers) to $40,000 cabins in the mountains!