Client Success Stories

“Working towards buying a home for the first time takes years of personal and financial consideration and preparation, especially as a single home purchaser. In my experience navigating properties both off and on the market working with a skillful, ethical, direct agent with experience and a commitment to your best purchase is the best of all options. I was extraordinarily lucky in finding an excellent choice in Rio Palomares. I spoke with multiple potential agents, many of whom had years of experience and client referral support. However, Rio surpassed the other options with an unmatched honesty in communication and gentle forthright assessment of strategic possibilities. Rio has been absolutely incredible. Professional, accurate, reliable, prompt, creative and kind. I am immeasurably grateful for the results of their grace and grit. I enthusiastically recommend their services and have already referred my dear ones. Rio Palomares exceeds every expectation.”

- Chaz V.

“I bought my first house with Río's help; they made a complicated process feel exciting and accessible, always being available for any questions big or small. They worked super quickly and diligently on every step of the buying process, reaching out with any updates soon after they happened since I was out of town. Their communication was so comforting and encouraging, and most of all felt very available. They have the perfect balance of professional but warm, kind, and an empathetic demeanor. I'm so happy I got to work with Río! They have also recommended a network of contacts that are more inclusive and reflective of the community as a whole, which are awesome resources to have(electrician, inspectors, ect.).”

- Belen C.

“I don't know where to start with how amazing Río is and how supportive they've been throughout the entire process of finding our dream home. We made a cross-country move, and it never felt like it was creating kerfuffles - Río easily handled everything when we couldn't be in person. I always felt like I could ask a question (no matter how silly I thought it was), and they were so great at keeping us updated at every step and ensuring we understood what was going on. Río listens to what you're looking for and helps you find your dream home - I am so grateful to have found them and would absolutely recommend that anyone looking to buy a home in PDX work with Río - especially if you're a part of the QTBIPOC, LGBTQIA+ community. They are a kind, supportive, attentive, and all-around genuine person. We couldn't have done this without them”

- India T.

“I found and purchased a home from across the country with Río's help. They were so communicative, helpful, thoughtful, caring, and professional, I wish I had more than five stars to give. You will have such a smooth and joyful time finding your next home with their help. I literally cannot recommend them enough. Río is amazing.”

- Madeline R.

“Río is a wonderful realtor, and did a stellar job with every step of the home-buying process. They made the process quick and easy to understand, always had great advice to offer, and helped navigate tight timelines and frequent communications with the seller. And being able to work with lgbtq+ community members was a delightful bonus!”

- Griffon B.

“Río was phenomenal to work with — efficient, professional, very responsive, and a great advocate for my first home-buying experience! I always felt informed and prioritized in what ended up being a tight timeline for my purchase. I highly recommend working with them for any of your real estate needs!”

- KT S.

“We recently had the pleasure of working with Rio to find our first home in Portland. They truly went above and beyond to make the home-buying experience smooth, stress-free, and successful. From the first interaction to the closing day, their exceptional dedication and professionalism were evident at every step of the process. They took the time to understand our desires, providing valuable guidance throughout the entire journey. Furthermore, their extensive network of contacts proved invaluable, allowing us to have peace of mind knowing that we had a team of competent individuals supporting us throughout. But what really set Rio apart was their extraordinary level of service. They promptly responded to our queries and concerns and gave us the level of attention we felt that we deserved. Overall we cannot recommend Rio highly enough!”

- Matthew S.

“So the thing is, Río is literally the fairy godparent u deserved but never had. They'll deal with all the weird annoying things, AND ALSO EXPLAIN THEM, so u can make actual decisions and have a sense of what is going on. Never would have dreamed an experience with a realtor could be this positive and yet somehow, here they are, available to help you buy a house!!! HIRE THEM RIGHT NOW YA HEAR ME? But srsly, amazing experience, amazing team, 10/10 would buy another house, except i wouldn't actually bc i already have one and they are a lot of money. Which is why u need a literal team of people helping u deal with the complicated logistics, which is why u should hire Río!”

- Blue S.

“Rio was a wonderful help in finding a house - they advocated and negotiated on our behalf when we had five other competing offers, and in the end my partner and I won thanks to them! We had to do a 1-day inspection period to seal the deal, and they managed to not only get an appointment for THE NEXT DAY, but had the best inspector I've ever gotten a report from, and I've seen a lot in my time assisting other sales. Genuinely couldn't have found such a special house, let alone purchased it, without them. After the winning offer, they've been an excellent resource for finding contractors for repairs/improvements, and managing contractor quotes and scheduling with the seller. They're still helping us with recommendations as I write this. Thanks for all of your hard work Rio, we couldn't have done it without you.”

- Avery T.

“I’ve worked with realtors for over a decade - my job was literally to meet with and market to them! I’ve also bought and sold homes in 3 states. When I say Rìo is the best of the best, I have credentials. We weren’t ready to buy this year, but we knew it was something we wanted next year so we started to get our ducks in a row. Our friends recently moved to Portland and had a great experience with their realtor, so I asked for their info and reached out. I immediately knew Rìo was the one They GET it, y’know? Life is crazy, the market is tough, the home buying process is stressful. Rìo brings realness and humor to it, and they always make sure their clients are heard and advocated for. What was going to be a ‘later when we have capacity’ turned into us getting the home of our dreams within 6 months and I can confidently say it’s all because of Rìo! I asked my partner what they wanted to say about Rìo in this review...’Every wonderful, amazing thing you can say about a human’. I couldn’t agree more. Seriously.”

- Amanda H.

“Rio provided an amazing home purchasing experience, far better than I ever believed was even possible! Rio did everything they possibly could to make my homeowner dreams come true at every step - from searching until the day I had my keys in hand. They're very knowledgeable about the Portland area. A wealth of knowledge and they absolutely have the buyer's best interest in their best interest while maintaining objectivity on the "facts" while considering what matches our desires. They will not - and would never - let you walk away uninformed if there's any sense of a health or safety issue - and they'll fish it out if they think there's a good reason to. Extremely responsive all days of the week, outside of "normal business hours" and supportive through busy holidays. They represent everything I value in good personal business - respect, community, value-based decisions, and a very high-standard of professionalism throughout every form of communication. I have every ounce of confidence when I say everyone that's fortunate enough to work with Rio will have an amazing experience. Putting all my trust in Rio was hands down the best decision I've made in my entire life. You'll always feel at home in Rio's presence.”

- Marli H.

“As first time homebuyers, we were nervous about the process of buying a home - we had no idea how to go from seeing houses to actually buying a house. Thankfully, we found Río! They were able to guide us through the entire process with clarity, compassion, & wisdom. Whenever we had a question, big or small, Río was quick to respond with an answer or an introduction to someone that could answer. Formal process aside, as chicano queer trans people, we felt so much love from them which put us at ease and made us feel comfortable and relaxed. We could not have been more lucky to find Río and have them guide us on this exciting journey!”

- Kiana G.

“I was looking for a professional, trustworthy, queer or trans realtor who would be able to help my partner and I relocate from Florida to Portland. I found Rio and was immediately impressed with their passion for their job and ability to be three-steps ahead at all times. Whenever I felt that we may run into a hiccup, Rio already had a plan to keep everything on track. A true miracle worker. They are well connected and have a deep understanding of Portland real estate. I would highly recommend anyone looking, to work with Rio.”

- Emmitt F.

“Rio is an amazing agent! Not only are they a great negotiator, communicator, and professional, they are a genuine ray of light. I will never work with another agent in Portland. If you are looking to work with someone who cares and operates with integrity and transparency (and has ALL the good recommendations for services after you close), Rio is your person. If I could give 100 stars I would. Thank you for helping make our dreams come true.”

- Amanda M.

“Río helped us find our dream house from out of state. They coordinated everything so seamlessly. I am a highly detailed person and like to know everything that will happen and how the process will go. Río communicated with us consistently and efficiently. They listened to everything we wanted and needed and helped us find something that worked. Home buying can be a stressful process, but Río made it easy. Thanks for making our dreams come true!”

- Maneka B.

“I would give Rio all the stars if I could! Rio made this entire process comfortable and painless for us. They always made sure we knew what was going on, what to expect, and ensured there weren’t any surprises. They’re a wealth of knowledge when it comes to home buying, and all the things that come with it. We always felt like they had our backs, and negotiated and protected us like we were family. I’m truly so grateful to have met them, and had them there to support, guide, and accompany us through this process! If you’re reading reviews to see if Rio is the one, I assure you, they are!”

- Sarah B.

“After being overwhelmed with the PDX housing market Río was an amazing advocate for us during our home search. They were genuinely interested in our needs and wants and diligently worked with us in finding a home for us and our fur-babies. I cannot recommend Río enough! Our house hunting experience was so fun with them guiding us through it all. They provided great references to work with and along with their team kept the lines of communication always open.”

- Leticia L.

“After being overwhelmed with the PDX housing market Río was an amazing advocate for us during our home search. They were genuinely interested in our needs and wants and diligently worked with us in finding a home for us and our fur-babies. I cannot recommend Río enough! Our house hunting experience was so fun with them guiding us through it all. They provided great references to work with and along with their team kept the lines of communication always open.”

- Leticia L.

“Rio is empathetic, knowledgeable and open to feedback. They bring a welcomed laid back energy to make your real estate goals happen. You will experience honesty and authenticity. We are seasoned at buying and selling. Rio listened to what we wanted and brought their best even as they managed other client needs. If you are a member of the global majority, queer or trans and wish to be treated with dignity and respect, Rio is here FOR YOU.”

- Julia P.

“I can't recommend Rio enough! They perfectly blend professionalism with personality, and they made the scary process of buying a house fun and easy. Even my mortgage lender said Rio was one of the best agents they ever had the chance to work with! I would put more than 5 stars if they would let me, and I wouldn't want to work with anybody else for this process!”

- Joseph A.

“Río is a great realtor. They were able to navigate a very complex situation with patience and calm energy. Río was great about providing updates throughout the process. I would highly recommend their services.”

- Adam H.