Theresa deSousa | Brian Spear
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Theresa + Brian

Theresa + Brian

This husband-and-wife real estate team has over 45 years of combined experience in the Portland Oregon area. Brian and Theresa make buying and selling real estate achievable. Theresa is a keen negotiator, and being a native Portlander, has extensive neighborhood knowledge. Brian is a real estate investment expert, with massive experience in the multifamily and income property markets. Together they are a dynamic real estate team who enjoy working together, spending time with their kids and living an active Portland lifestyle. Two is always better than one and with Brian and Theresa, that's just what you get. Two times the service, two times the integrity and two times the Portland experience!

JMA Properties

4507 NE Fremont St.
Portland, OR 97213
United States
(503) 819-5006

Recent Articles

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01 Mar 2022

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

by Theresa + Brian

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars,...

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01 Feb 2022

8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022

by Theresa + Brian

There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...

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01 Jan 2022

A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Theresa + Brian

Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August...

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01 Dec 2021

20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List

by Theresa + Brian

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful,...

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01 Nov 2021

New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?

by Theresa + Brian

Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...

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01 Oct 2021

Shut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety Strategies

by Theresa + Brian

According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics...

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01 Sep 2021

9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time

by Theresa + Brian

Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels...

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01 Aug 2021

5 Factors That Reveal Where The Real Estate Market Is Really Headed

by Theresa + Brian

It’s the old supply-and-demand predicament: Home sales in the U.S. continue at a torrid pace, but the availability of listings remains limited. Buoyed by historically low mortgage rates, buyers keep shopping for homes, reducing...

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01 Jul 2021

How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Theresa + Brian

If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs,1...

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01 Jun 2021

Could Rising Home Prices Impact Your Net Worth?

by Theresa + Brian

Learn how to determine your current net worth and how an investment in real estate can help improve your bottom line. Among its many impacts, COVID-19 has had a pronounced effect on the housing...

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Recent Listings

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12001 SW 29TH AVE Portland, OR 97219

Sold | 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,112 sqft

Step into this well-cared for home & enjoy the summer entertaining in the wonderful outdoor space. The private yard is anchored by a large deck complete with hot tub & firepit! Inside enjoy the...

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3730 SE Malden ST Portland, OR 97202

Sold | 5 BR | 2 BA | 3,040 sqft

Eastmoreland daylight ranch! You’ll be amazed by the large open spaces that hide behind the modest front view. The main floor great room is the star of the show, boasting an open kitchen with...

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2102 SE Ash ST Portland, OR 97214

Sold | 4 BR | 3 BA | 3,205 sqft

Currently a legal Duplex but could be converted back to SFR. This lovely Buckman property has all the Arts & Crafts charm one could ask for including fir floors, wainscoting, built-ins, 5-panel doors, bay...

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805 SE 74TH AVE Portland, OR 97215

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,737 sqft

Come for the amazing Mt Hood view & stay for the sweet house on a quiet cul-de-sac. This house has it all: hardwoods, updated kitchen, primary suite w/ bath & walk-in closet, vinyl windows,...

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7830 SE Alta Verde Dr, Portland, OR 97266

Sold | 5 BR | 5 BA | 3,625 sqft

Soaring ceilings, majestic gardens, balconies, views and more await in Pleasant Valley! 1992 built home features an open great room, massive windows & a wrap-around porch ideal for entertaining. Primary Suite includes a private...

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2825 NE 28TH Ave, Portland, OR 97212

Sold | 4 BR | 2 BA | 2,236 sqft

Charming English style home nestled amongst the idyllic tree-lined streets of Alameda, just blocks to neighborhood schools. Enjoy hardwood floors, fireplace, remodeled baths, central AC, cozy family room & private yard w/ covered deck....

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1734 NE Broadway St, Portland, OR 97232

Sold | 5 BR | 2.5 BA | 3,159 sqft

Prime lower NE PDX mixed use building for sale. Versatile CM2 zoning allows for Commercial or Residential use. Was previously used as short term housing (per room) and separate office space in lower unit....

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2115 N WYGANT ST Portland, OR 97217

Sold | 3 BR | 1 BA | 2,256 sqft

Sweet mid-century ranch tucked away in the Overlook neighborhood. Quiet street backs to the bluff making for an ideal getaway in the heart of the city! Solid as a rock 1955 ranch has open...

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7936 SE 27TH Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Sold | 4 BR | 3.5 BA | 3,600 sqft

Eastmoreland beauty in EXCELLENT condition.New rear off Roof, New 4 ton Air conditioner, New 95% effectant furnace in attic with HEPA filter, New light and plumbing fixtures, new Bosch appliances! Has 2 masters one...

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JMA Properties LLC

4507 NE Fremont Street

Portland, OR 97213

United States

www.jmaproperties.com

(503) 575-1818

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