About Nicole Jochum

Nicole Jochum is a real estate broker and listing agent with The Dirk Hmura Team at The Agency, the top team on Portland’s west side by sales volume (RMLS, 2026). She specializes in residential real estate throughout Portland’s west side, including Northwest Portland, Forest Heights, Cedar Mill, Bethany, Beaverton and the 97229 zip code.

Before real estate, Nicole worked in mortgage lending and insurance. That experience helps her evaluate offers beyond price, weighing financing strength, appraisal risk and the details that determine whether a deal closes. Combined with her attention to detail and hands-on approach, it helps her anticipate potential challenges and keep transactions moving from listing to closing.

For sellers, Nicole is especially focused on preparation and positioning. She works closely with her clients to determine which improvements will make the greatest impact, then helps coordinate everything from contractors and staging to photography, pricing and marketing. Her goal is to bring each home to market at its best and create the strongest possible first impression with buyers.

Nicole also represents buyers, from first-time homebuyers and investors to clients relocating to Portland. She helps them evaluate properties, navigate inspections and negotiations, and understand the details that matter when making a significant purchase.

Clients value Nicole for her clear communication, responsiveness and follow-through. She stays closely involved throughout the process, coordinating the many moving pieces behind the scenes while making sure her clients always know what comes next.

Nicole has called Northwest Portland home for more than a decade. Outside of real estate, she enjoys hiking, cooking, traveling and exploring Portland’s restaurant scene.