Helping Oregon families navigate probate with clarity, compassion, and certified expertise.
Certified Probate Real Estate Expert
SMI Real Estate · Salem, Oregon
With over 25 years of experience running my own construction business and 5 years as a licensed real estate broker, I’ve developed a deep understanding of both the physical and financial sides of property.
I truly enjoy helping people buy and sell real estate, but what I value most is guiding families through complex situations — especially probate.
As a Certified Probate Real Estate Expert (CPRES) with SMI Real Estate, I help executors, trustees, and heirs navigate the process of selling inherited homes in Oregon. My background in construction allows me to see the full picture — identifying repair priorities, maximizing property value, and creating thoughtful solutions that reduce stress and save time.
Whether you need to prepare a property for sale, coordinate with attorneys, or close efficiently, I bring honesty, clarity, and compassion to every transaction.
Construction & Property Expertise
Certified Probate Real Estate Expert
Licensed Oregon Real Estate Broker
Portland Metro to the Oregon Coast
25+ years in construction means I can spot repair needs, estimate costs accurately, and maximize a property’s value before it goes to market.
As a CPRES-certified specialist, I understand court timelines, executor responsibilities, and the legal nuances of Oregon probate sales.
I work directly with probate attorneys, trustees, and financial advisors to keep every party aligned and the transaction on track.
Probate is personal. I approach every family’s situation with honesty, patience, and a genuine commitment to reducing stress during a difficult time.
Answers to the questions families, executors, and attorneys ask most often when they’re getting started.
A Certified Probate Real Estate Expert (CPRES) is a licensed real estate professional with specialized training in managing property transactions within the probate process. They understand court timelines, executor responsibilities, and how to coordinate between attorneys, beneficiaries, and buyers to ensure the estate is protected and the sale moves smoothly.
Probate specialists understand the unique legal requirements, court timelines, and documentation needed for estate sales. A general agent may inadvertently cause delays or expose the estate to liability by missing key procedural steps. A CPRES like David navigates these complexities while still marketing the property competitively to maximize the estate’s return.
David serves families throughout Western Oregon, including Salem, Keizer, Albany, Silverton, Dallas, Monmouth, Stayton, Portland Metro, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Pacific City, Newport, Lincoln City, Corvallis, and McMinnville. If your property is in the Willamette Valley or along the Oregon Coast, David can help.
No. The initial consultation is completely free and comes with no obligation. David’s goal is to help you understand your options and determine the best path forward for the estate — whether or not you decide to work with him.
David brings a rare combination of 25+ years in construction and 5 years as a licensed Oregon real estate broker. This means he can evaluate a property’s condition, identify repair priorities, and coordinate vendors — all while managing the legal and marketing aspects of the probate sale. Most agents bring only one side of that equation.
Absolutely. Many of David’s clients are out-of-state executors managing an Oregon estate remotely. He handles all on-the-ground coordination — property access, vendor management, inspections, photography, and attorney communication — so you don’t need to travel back and forth. You’ll be kept informed every step of the way by phone, email, or video call.
Have a question not answered here? Every probate situation is unique. Reach out for a free, no-pressure conversation about your specific circumstances.