The first thing that comes up when we talk to people about Platform Realty is their amazing team. As we all know buying or selling a property can be super stressful, especially if you’re new to the area or a first-timer, but they really make it all seem easier. 

One landlord shared how knowledgeable the team is, especially in educating clients about the details of leasing commercial properties. They also stayed on top of providing valuable resources for other aspects of the business, such as working with banks and contractors.

We were also amazed by their great pulse on the market for commercial buildings. One client shared they helped him search for the best place to relocate in the area. 

While many have had positive experiences, there is room for improvement. One client had a negative experience leasing a commercial space due to a lack of communication, despite submitting personal and business information. 

The company apologized, explaining that the issue stemmed from a transition in their phone and email systems. The owner expressed a willingness to make things right, noting that the desired space or a similar one may still be available. 

They walked me through purchasing commercial real estate. 

“Kirra Krussman is an amazing business advisor she will walk you trough the steps of purchasing your commercial real estate. If you are in need of of a commercial business advisor I highly recommend Platform Realty Group.”

Angel Escamilla, Google Review 

Very supportive team!

“My husband and I worked with Kirra and her team to lease a commercial property. Kirra is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in commercial real estate and helped to educate us on the ins and outs. The team was responsive and helpful and we appreciated the support. They were also very useful as a resource for other aspects of our business like banks and contractors. Thank you to Kirra & the team!”

Amelia Padilla, Google Review 

When it comes to buying investment properties or seeking representation, the people we spoke with were impressed by Works Real Estate’s efficiency and expertise. 

One client, who had no prior knowledge of commercial real estate, greatly appreciated the thorough guidance he received. The valuable insights they provided made it possible for the client to successfully purchase an investment property. 

Another thing that stood out to us was their excellent representation. One client faced challenging marketing timing, but thanks to Works RE’s expertise, they were able to secure a favorable closing outcome and even saw a moderate return on their investment. 

Instances like this really highlight their attention to detail and how they ensure a smooth experience. 

We also appreciated how approachable and knowledgeable the team is, offering a wide range of services. 

While many clients spoke highly of their responsive and client-focused approach, not all experiences were entirely positive. One client felt the team was unprofessional, and pressured them to lower their price and make unnecessary upgrades.

While this looks like an isolated case, it’s something to keep in mind. We think a more detailed explanation of why the price set by the client is not possible would’ve easily helped avoid this.

Works RE did a fantastic job representing us!

“From little things like a lighted road sign or pairing us with cost-conscious staging to advising what was worth our time and money prepping for sale and even when to sit tight during the process – they did a fantastic job. Works RE’s transaction team was on top of it as well. This review is no fluff either, my partner and I are both from the commercial side of the RE world and we know how quickly representation relationships can go sour – Darby and her team ensured this didn’t happen, from signing the engagement letter to the day of closing.”

Christopher Craighead, Google Review 

I sincerely appreciate everything they’ve done. 

“Randomly matched with Chris and Stephanie through Zillow for residential showing. Had a great impression after first viewing and weeks later I quickly shifted my gear to commercial real estate. Despite being in the residential realm for 20 years, I’ve zero commercial knowledge and within days, Chris & Stephanie were able to refer me to a commercial lender, guided me through all the process and gave me a full run down. Without their help, I wouldn’t have the means and tools to purchase my investment property. I sincerely appreciate everything they had done for me and the time they spent to ensure everything was a success. Highly recommend Chris & Stephanie and looking forward to work with them again.”

Jack, Google Review 

Expanding a business sounds exciting, but we all know the next challenge is finding the right place. After talking to some local business owners, we knew NAI Elliot had to be on our list. 

A lot of people praise how the company handled retail leasing. Nai Elliot is quick to respond and very approachable, which are exactly the qualities you want in a commercial realtor. 

It’s easy to feel lost during this process, but NAI Elliot stood out by being patient and guiding clients every step of the way. 

What we also liked is that working with one of their agents means tapping into the entire team’s expertise. They emphasize collaboration, sharing insights, market knowledge, and creative strategies to better serve their clients. 

Clients we spoke with often mentioned how helpful NAI Elliot was in answering their questions. 

However, not everything we came across was entirely good. One client shared that they were told a building was available, but despite multiple promises of a lease and keys, nothing happened. This left them scrambling to find another location at the last minute. 

While it’s unclear whether the issue was with the owner or the agency, the experience was professional. NAI Elliot did admit that the pandemic created extra challenges for both tenants and landlords.

Thanks to NAI Elliot’s expertise in retail leasing! 

“I had the absolute best experience with broker Emmy Johnston of NAI Elliott. I was reccomended to her for her expertise in retail leasing as I was looking to relocate my business. Emmy was on top of every detail, professional, always responded quickly, and was incredibly nice. She went above and beyond to not only help me find the new location, but negotiations and signing. There were many times I would’ve been lost in the process if she wasn’t there, but she was patient and helped every step of the way and made it so much easier. I cannot recommend her enough, she is truly outstanding at what she does!”

Ursula Mueller, Google Review 

They helped me find a space for my new restaurant. 

“In our recent search for a space to start a new restaurant we were lucky to be represented by Emmy Johnston at NAI Elliot, and we could not be more grateful for her help. Emmy was outstanding, timely, and absolutely went above and beyond to help us out at every step of the way. Honestly, can’t recommend Emmy and NAI Elliot enough for all the help we received.”

Gian Reinardy, Google Review 

Owning multiple businesses or a small company, it’s only natural to want a real estate team that understands your specific needs, especially when it comes to negotiations. Many business owners have praised Modern Realty for their expertise in this area. 

One multi-business owner was impressed by how Modern Realty made the process both quick and easy. Their team offers solid advice on real estate matters, and a small business owner even highlighted how responsive they were throughout the process. 

What also stood out was their ability to work within budget. One business owner appreciated how Modern Realty provided multiple options based on their needs, showing a variety of properties within their price range. 

Clients felt well-supported throughout the entire process and really valued the personalized service which made them feel at home. Thanks to the variety of options provided, the client even ended up securing a place that exceeded their expectations. 

However, not everything went smoothly. One buyer expressed frustration after following advice and guidelines. Despite their efforts, the seller sold the house to someone else, and the client felt their time was wasted due to false reassurances and unresponsiveness from the agents. 

While this relates to their residential services, we hope Modern Realty can take this feedback to heart and continue delivering excellent commercial services. 

Moderm Realty is run by amazing people! 

“I’m going to keep this brief and short simply because this company speaks for it self. Modern Realty is ran by amazing people who do amazing things. Santino has always given me solid direction and advice when it comes to real estate.

For being an owner of a small company it’s amazing how he always picks up his phone, or calls you back shortly there after. Keep you and what you’re doing Modern Realty you are the real state company of the future.”

Adrian Buturoaga, Google Review 

I haven’t seen expertise like that in a long time!

“I had called many many companies and Modern Realty responded almost immediately. Santino made the process simple, easy, efficient, fast, and professional. I haven’t seen knowledge, experience, negotiations, and expertise like that in a long time! I don’t regret working with him and his team and would definitely do it again. Absolutely Amazing! Don’t waste your time anywhere else.”

Selena Pauline, Google Review 

From securing ideal office spaces to offering valuable insights into land and retail, RealEstatePDX seems to cover a lot. Harlen Mayer has over two decades of experience in the Portland Tri-County area, which really shows in how he handles commercial deals. 

We liked the fact that their service goes beyond securing your place. If you’re up for investment sales, tenant representation, and even 1031 exchange guidance, they can definitely help you. 

Some clients also appreciated that the team could spot development opportunities early, which helped give them an advantage in a competitive market. 

A few business owners we spoke with praised how strategic Harlen is, especially when advising on buying and selling income-producing properties. They also mentioned feeling genuinely supported during tenant negotiations, thanks to his deep knowledge of Portland’s market. 

However, there was one case of communication issues for both parties that led the client to sell independently. 

They are experienced with all things real estate. 

“Harlan is a guy you want working for you.  He is tenacious, responsive, transparent, fast, and of course, experienced with all things real estate. He has an uncanny sense for what a property will sell for.  We once walked a place that was just listed for $650k, within minutes he was like “this will sell for $750”.  We didn’t place an offer as it wasn’t the one for us, but I checked ~6 weeks later and sure enough it had sold $100k over asking at exactly $750k.  Similar things happened several other times.  He knows when something will go fast and what terms it’ll take to get a deal done.  He’s also well connected…pretty much every time we engaged with another party he had had some previous experience with the other agent.  Highly recommended!”

Matt Browning, Google Review 

They helped us purchase a great property! 

“We had a great experience working with Harlan.  Our process took a bit of time as we needed to restructure other property debt, work with commercial financing and get everything set.  He was very helpful in guiding us through all the processes including discussions on 1031s.  Once we were ready, Harlan took the parameters of what we were looking for, found several options for us, and helped us purchase a great property for our portfolio.  He is very helpful, understands real estate, and is a great negotiator on your behalf!  I’m looking forward to our next purchase working with Harlan!”

Mark Winston, Google Review