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Member Profile: John Velez, Portland , OR , Master Broker

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John Velez

Keller Williams Realty PDX Premiere

7504 SW Bridgeport Rd
Portland , OR 97224

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Office: 503-925-1100 ext. 2
Fax: 503-336-7436
Cell: 503-625-0284
Email: reo@soldinoregon.com
Website: www.SoldinOregon.com

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Depending on the nature of the business, there are several types of certifications available today. Common certifications include: minority business enterprise (MBE); women business enterprise (WBE); disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE); SBA 8(a); HUBzone; veteran-owned small business (VOSB); service disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB); women-owned small business (WOSB); business enterprises-owned by people with disabilities (BEPD) and “small business.”

While each certification has different criteria, there are similar criteria for many. For instance, all companies must be at least 51-percent owned by a person or a group claiming the certification status.1 The 51-percent owner must have unfettered control of the company. For federal and DBE certifications, the company must be a “small business” as determined by the Small Business Administration (SBA). A federal SDVOSB requires the business be “small,” at least 51 percent owned and operated by one or more service-disabled veterans whose management and daily business operations are controlled by service-disabled veterans, and the disability be service connected. While a HUBzoned firm must also be “small,” the criteria includes the location of the business and home addresses of the firm’s employees. State corporate laws and licensing laws are also criteria used to review applications for certification. There are special criteria that must be met depending on the certification type. For instance, while a 51- percent owner must have a personal net worth under $750,000 for DBE certification, the SBA 8(a) certification requires that the 51-percent owner have a personal net worth under $250,000.

Federal, state and local government agencies also have different gross business receipts criteria for determining small business certification eligibility.More information for your convenience:
For more information on diversity designations and certifications, visit the following websites:

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) - www.nmsdc.org

Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) - www.wbenc.org

National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC) - www.nwboc.org

Association for Service Disabled Veterans (ASDV) - www.asdv.org

National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) - www.nglcc.org

Small Business Administration (e.g. 8a, SDB, HUBZone) - www.sba.gov and www.bpn.gov/ccr/

Federal/State/Local Agencies

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NRBA Designations:

Diversity & Certifications:

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NGLCC Certification

Broker Designations:

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	ABR, Accredited Buyer Representative
	ALC, Accredited Land Consultant
	CIPS®, Certified International Property Specialist
	CRS®, Certified Residential Specialist®
	GRI,Graduate REALTOR® Institute
	GREEN,NAR's Green Designation
	GRI(sm),Graduate REALTOR® Institute
	e-PRO®,e-PRO
	RSPS,Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist
	SFR,Short Sales & Foreclosures Resource
	CDPE,Certified Distressed Property Expert
	LHMS,Luxury Home Marketing Specialist

More Information

Over 10 Years of REO Experience

Over 500 Asset Sold Since 2010

Counties of Service:
Oregon - Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Yamhill, Marion, Polk, Linn and Benton.
Washington: Clark, Skamania and Cowlitz.
Puerto Rico: San Juan.

Past and Current REO Clients:
Department of Housing Urban Development, Department of Veterans Affairs, USDA, Bank of America, USDA, Chase, NRT, Old Republic, USRES, Carrington, Blueprint Asset Management and Others.

Conferences Attended Yearly:
FiveStar Institute, NRBA and NAHREP.

John Velez and his staff complete tasks as soon as they receive them, NOT just on time! They pride themselves on maintaining extensive knowledge of local real estate market trends, repairs estimates, and federal, state and local building codes. This allows our clients to have all the information they need to decide on list prices for their assets and helps sell their inventory quickly, while also reducing hold times and maximizing our clients’ profits.

John and his team strive to understand the needs of asset managers and the individual requirements they must meet including but not limited to sales price and the number days on the market. In addition, we utilize the latest technology to keep track of each of our clients’ inventories at all times, insuring each property is appropriately maintained while also providing property valuations, routine inspections, repair verifications, bids and any other information that can assist clients sell their REO properties.

John Velez's prior experience as a general contractor and real estate investor has allowed him to advise his clients on the most effective ways to get the most value out of their properties. With a dedicated office support staff and five full-time real estate agents ready to field any inquiries seven days a week, our team is ideally suited to help our clients achieve their goals.

We are looking forward to working with you and exceeding your expectations.

Second Office Location

161 High Street SE
Salem, OR 97301

Third Office Location

Calle 1 #130 Edificio 5
San Juan, PR 00926

Fourth Office Location

4329, 2211 E Mill Plain Blvd, Suite 303
Vancouver, WA 98661