About Me

I love Oregon…its fascinating past, it’s energetic present and it’s optimistic future.  The towering fir trees, thick ferns, precious rivers, the natural habitats that surround our neighborhoods, all make our Oregon a very special home.  I’ve lived all over the country from Wash DC to California but I came back because this is the best place on the planet to live!

Addressing the City Club of Portland in 1938, renowned urban historian and planning advocate Lewis Mumford offered a thought-provoking challenge to all Oregonians when he said:

I have seen nothing so tempting as a home for man and woman as the Oregon country. You have here a basis for civilization on its highest scale, and I am going to ask you a question you may not like. Are you good enough to have this country in your possession?”

Are we good enough caretakers of our Oregon?  There are many people who have the passion and desire to answer “yes!” to Mr. Mumford.  But we all need to work together.  I enjoy studying and sharing ways ordinary citizens and influential leaders are working to take better care of our Oregon by living smaller, smarter, and greener.

I also love being a Real Estate Broker, and here’s what a few of my clients have to say about working with me.

Spring in bloom at Joyce's new home

My name is Joyce and I am the proud new owner of my first home! I wish I could tell you it was one of the easiest processes I have ever been through, but I would be lying! Buying a house was very stressful! I can tell you that I would have never been able to make it through without Marge! She is incredible! Marge was very proactive to keep one step ahead of the lender. She fought many battles for me with the lenders. Marge lined up inspectors and contractors, and electricians when needed. She was my wise counselor and biggest cheer leader. I can truly say that Marge was as excited as I was when we got the keys to the house. Not only do I have a home that I love, I have a new friend!  And Rich Ford did an awesome job as inspector, explaining all the details of his report and what I needed to be concerned about, as well as things I need to do to properly maintain it. Thanks to you both! Joyce G, Salem OR

I have been blessed to work with Marge Bare through the purchase of two homes.  Marge is incredibly knowledgeable of the field and was always helpful in explaining the process and terminology. I always appreciated that she did a ton of research on homes before showing them to me, and was constantly monitoring and keeping me in the loop on possibilities. She made time for me, always, and I felt like a very valued client. Her patience and enthusiasm, coupled with her experience, made the home buying process easy and enjoyable! Teri B, Happy Valley, OR

1930's Period Tudor

When my wife and I first came to Portland, Marge took us to all the neighborhoods pointing out the uniqueness of each. We told her what we wanted, what  we could afford, and what kind of neighborhood we wanted to live in, and she showed us many, many homes that suited us. The house we picked 4 years ago has been not only a good investment but also just what we wanted. Marge’s advice served us well, she really knows the Portland market. Many thanks Marge. Michael & Tana, N.E. Portland

1990s Ranch

Margery Bare is a sweet kind and caring person and she was my realtor.  She did everything she could do to find us a home. We viewed three, four and sometimes five homes a day.  She listened to what we were looking for; she listened to what area we wanted to live in.  She also encouraged us to look at homes in areas we were not interested in.  In doing that she was able to get us in the perfect home that we are living in today.  Margery is my realtor, and we feel we have made a friend for life. David & Vicki, N.E. Portland

I want to see your “THIS IS IT!“ smile!