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 Aug 2025

10 Hidden Home Maintenance Tasks That Could Save You Thousands

by Theresa + Brian

As a homeowner, you’re likely diligent about the basics—mowing the lawn, touching up paint, and cleaning regularly. But what about the critical home maintenance tasks you don’t see every day? Research shows that home...

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01 Jul 2025

Real Estate Market Update: What Mid-Year Indicators Mean for Your Next Move

by Theresa + Brian

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the U.S. housing market stands at a critical juncture. The frenzy of the pandemic-era real estate boom has long since cooled, but in its place we’re seeing...

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01 Jun 2025

Ready to Buy or Sell a Home? Here Are 5 Key Factors in Choosing the Right Agent

by Theresa + Brian

Navigating the real estate market without guidance is like starting an expedition without a map. Whether you’re selling your cherished family home or searching for your dream property, having the right real estate agent...

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01 May 2025

Selling Your Home In 2025? Here’s What Buyers Want (And How To Deliver)

by Theresa + Brian

Thinking about listing your home in 2025? If so, you’re smart to start planning ahead. With housing inventory rising in many market segments, today’s sellers need more than just a “for sale” sign to...

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01 Apr 2025

5 Roadblocks To Affordable Homeownership (And Ways To Move Past Them)

by Theresa + Brian

Dreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.1  According to data from...

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01 Mar 2025

Home-Related Tax Deductions

by Theresa + Brian

Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings!  You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on...

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01 Feb 2025

4 Home Improvement Projects with the Highest ROI

by Theresa + Brian

Ask any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say, “How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem...

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01 Jan 2025

The 2025 Real Estate Report

by Theresa + Brian

Experts Predict Home Values to Increase 1.5% to 3.6% in 2025. Top housing experts and economists give a glimpse of what mortgage rates, home values and the national real estate market will do in...

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09 Dec 2024

Tech the Halls: Smart Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Holiday Season

by Theresa + Brian

The holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel...

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01 Nov 2024

Multigenerational Home Buying: How to Find a Home That Fits Your Whole Family

by Theresa + Brian

For many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort: it was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing...

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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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