Owner / Principal / Visionary
Our principal, owner, and visionary, Joseph, has had a passion for real estate for nearly 30 years. From foreclosures to retail, new builds to land development, he has completed well over 5,000 transactions since starting his career.
Joseph was born in Portland OR and grew up in Vancouver WA, where he began his finance and real estate career at the age of 22.
In the early years, he was one of the largest foreclosure buyers at the courthouse steps, and that experience enabled him to solve complex title issues and real estate problems that come up in today’s market. Joseph truly finds joy in helping others solve their real estate issues.
Joseph loves the outdoors, camping, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his wife and two girls on the Oregon Coast.
Chief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer, Nikki keeps the people, systems, and departments at PDX Renovations working together. Her focus is making sure every homeowner receives clear communication, dependable service, and a smooth experience from the first conversation through closing.
Before joining PDX Renovations, Nikki built her career in commodity chemical production, where she developed a strong background in leadership, problem-solving, and operational improvement. She later followed her passion for real estate and now helps the PDX team deliver on its promises to homeowners.
Nikki grew up in California and Southern Oregon, earned her bachelor’s degree from Tulane University in New Orleans, and later moved to the Pacific Northwest with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys running, traveling, cooking, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her two children.
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Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Cody grew up picking fruit, playing sports, and exploring the outdoors. He earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Oregon State University and went on to build a successful career in retail management, where he discovered how much he enjoyed working with people and helping them through important decisions.
After purchasing his first home, Cody developed a strong interest in real estate and joined PDX Renovations. As a member of our Acquisitions team, he takes the time to understand each homeowner’s story, answer their questions, and help them find a solution that feels right for their situation. He knows that selling a home can be a major life decision and wants every person he meets to feel heard, respected, and comfortable throughout the process.
Outside of work, Cody enjoys staying active, traveling, and perfecting his homemade burgers. Most importantly, he loves spending time with his growing family, including his daughter and another baby on the way.
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Logan’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to begin investing in real estate independently. He later joined PDX Renovations because he wanted to learn from an experienced team with a strong reputation for helping homeowners and solving difficult real estate problems.
As a member of our Acquisitions team, Logan takes the time to understand each homeowner’s circumstances and help them find the best possible outcome. He knows every property and situation is different, so he approaches each conversation with an open mind, genuine care, and a desire to help.
Since joining PDX Renovations, Logan has already purchased two homes of his own and is quickly building a successful real estate career. Outside of work, he continues studying the industry, focuses on health and powerlifting, and enjoys cooking American, Italian, Mexican, and Japanese food.
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Chris is passionate about helping people move from where they are to where they want to be—sometimes with a little help from real estate. As a member of our Acquisitions team, he takes the time to understand each homeowner’s story, answer their questions honestly, and help them find a solution that fits their needs. He knows selling a home can come with difficult circumstances and important decisions, so he approaches every conversation with patience, transparency, and genuine care.
Chris brings a strong work ethic and a heart for serving others. He is proud to be part of a team that treats homeowners with respect, puts people first, and does what it says it will do.
Outside of work, Chris is a devoted husband to his wife, Ashley, and a proud father of two. Whether he’s cheering at his kids’ games, leading their school’s dad club, volunteering at school events, working out, or tackling a home improvement project, Chris brings energy, integrity and heart to everything he does.
Property Analyst
Andrew brings more than a decade of experience in property valuation, market analysis, and risk assessment. With his background in mathematics and experience as an appraisal assistant, he carefully analyzes each property, considers the potential costs and risks involved, and helps our team develop fair, well-supported offers we can confidently stand behind.
Before joining PDX Renovations, Andrew worked with Zillow, where he led the entire region in property evaluations. He later worked for another local home-buying company, giving him a broad understanding of the industry and how properties are evaluated by different buyers. Today, he is a highly valued member of the PDX family and plays an important role in protecting the company from unnecessary risk while helping us follow through on our commitments to homeowners.
Outside of work, Andrew enjoys hiking, reading, and playing cards and board games with friends and family. He is also committed to improving his health and continues making great progress on his personal fitness journey.
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Before joining PDX Renovations, Gage spent several years working in solution-based service industries. He was drawn to real estate because it gave him the opportunity to listen to people’s stories, understand their circumstances, and help create solutions tailored to their needs.
As a member of our Acquisitions team, Gage takes the time to answer questions, explain the available options, and help homeowners find a path forward without pressure. He understands that every homeowner’s situation is different and believes each person deserves to feel heard, respected, and comfortable with their decision.
Gage recently purchased his first home and is excited to begin his own real estate investment journey at a young age. Outside of work, he continues expanding his knowledge of the Portland real estate market and enjoys reading, hiking, rock climbing, kickboxing, practicing Jiu Jitsu, and spending time with his family.
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Born and raised in Portland, Matthew has a strong connection to the local community, particularly through his involvement with his church. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Digital Technology and Culture from Washington State University, along with a certificate in Social Media.
Matthew began his career as a technical recruiter, where he developed a passion for connecting with people, understanding their goals, and helping them make important decisions. When he decided to pursue real estate, he researched local companies and specifically sought out PDX Renovations after recognizing its reputation as a leader in the Pacific Northwest market.
As a member of our Acquisitions team, Matthew takes the time to understand each homeowner’s circumstances, clearly explain their options, and make the selling process as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
Outside of work, Matthew enjoys traveling, attending concerts, working out, playing basketball, trying new restaurants, listening to music, and spending time with loved ones. He is also a serious shoe collector—and will be the first to admit that he spends an unreasonable amount of money adding to his collection.
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Jake brings a calm, down-to-earth approach to every homeowner he meets. As a member of our Acquisitions team, he takes the time to listen, understand each person’s circumstances, and help them explore their options without pressure. He recognizes that selling a home is often connected to a major life change and wants every homeowner to feel respected, informed, and comfortable throughout the process.
Family is at the center of Jake’s life. He is a devoted husband and a proud father of two daughters and one son, and nothing means more to him than being present and watching his kids grow up. His dedication, patience, and caring nature make him both a model father and someone homeowners can feel comfortable talking with.
An adventurer at heart, Jake also enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring scenic backroads on his motorcycle. For him, riding offers the perfect combination of freedom, adrenaline, and peaceful time outdoors.
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Garrett brings years of management and leadership experience to our Acquisitions team. His ability to listen, remain calm under pressure, and find practical solutions helps homeowners navigate even the most complicated circumstances. He understands that selling a home is a major life decision, so he takes the time to hear each person’s story, answer questions honestly, and help find an outcome that works for their family.
Garrett is also one of the most gentle-hearted people—and fathers—you could ever meet. He is a devoted dad to his son and daughter, dearly loves his family, and has even been known to shed a few tears on the first day of school. That same compassion and sincerity carry into the way he treats every homeowner he meets.
Outside of work, Garrett enjoys diving, playing golf, and visiting Hawaii as often as possible—usually with his family close by.
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Born and raised on the Oregon Coast, Kona is guided by strong principles and believes in treating people with honesty, respect, and fairness. He earned a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Oregon State University, bringing a thoughtful, analytical, and solution-focused approach to his work.
As a member of our Acquisitions team, Kona takes the time to understand each homeowner’s circumstances, answer their questions clearly, and help them explore the options that make the most sense for their situation. His goal is to make homeowners feel heard, informed, and comfortable—never pressured.
Just over a year after joining PDX Renovations, Kona reached an exciting milestone by purchasing his first home. That experience gave him an even greater appreciation for homeownership and the importance of making informed real estate decisions.
Outside of work, Kona plays golf as often as he can and also enjoys chess, snowboarding, surfing, basketball, and reading. He has two dogs and values time with family and friends above all else.
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Jennifer brings over 20 years of experience in real estate investing, digital marketing, and health and fitness, with a strong focus on relationships and trust.
She specializes in helping homeowners find creative, stress-free solutions, taking a thoughtful approach to each unique situation.
Known for her problem-solving mindset, Jennifer is committed to delivering outcomes that provide clarity, relief, and confidence.
Outside of work, she stays active as a dedicated mom of two and is passionate about wellness, fitness, and longevity.
Closing Agent
Jessica helps guide each deal from the moment a contract is signed through the day it closes. She coordinates the many people, documents, deadlines, and details involved while keeping homeowners informed about what is happening and what comes next. Her goal is to make the closing process feel organized, predictable, and as stress-free as possible.
With 14 years of customer service experience and a strong background in management and operations, Jessica understands how important clear communication and dependable follow-through are—especially during a major decision like selling a home. She carefully monitors every transaction, addresses issues before they become problems, and makes sure no important detail is overlooked.
Jessica has become a huge part of the PDX family. Her caring personality, steady presence, and willingness to step in wherever she is needed make her someone both our homeowners and team members can depend on. She wants every seller to feel supported, comfortable, and confident that someone is looking out for them from contract through closing.
Outside of work, Jessica values being fully present with the people she loves. She enjoys spending time outdoors, staying active, relaxing and hanging out with family and friends, and making memories with her two dogs. Whether they are heading out for an outdoor adventure or simply enjoying time together, being with family is what matters most to her.
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Duncan was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and genuinely appreciates the people, communities, and lifestyle that make the region special.
Before joining PDX Renovations, Duncan worked as a home improvement consultant specializing in windows, doors, roofing, and other major home products. This experience gave him a strong understanding of renovation needs and costs, but it also exposed him to the inflated pricing and high-pressure sales tactics common in the industry. Wanting to help homeowners rather than simply sell them the most expensive option, Duncan found the right fit at PDX Renovations.
As a member of our Acquisitions team, Duncan meets directly with homeowners, and helps them understand their many options. He values PDX Renovations’ honest, transparent, homeowner-first approach—even when selling to us isn’t the best solution.
Outside of work, Duncan enjoys snowboarding, hiking, playing guitar and piano, and spending time with his family—especially his new son, Luke. He is also passionate about business, real estate, and personal growth.
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