We are Eddie and Dawn Knippel, a husband-and-wife real estate team at MORE Realty serving Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley.

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Eddie & Dawn
Knippel

We are Eddie and Dawn Knippel, a husband-and-wife real estate team at MORE Realty serving Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley. We help buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence through strong communication, strategic insight, and detailed guidance.

Salem, Oregon · Willamette Valley

We're rated 5.0 stars on Google, with 28 reviews.

OR Brokers #201239973 & #201224064

Your Journey HOME Starts Here.

Communication Is Our Calling Card

A Husband-and-Wife Team That Works Together for You

Unlike teams that divide clients up, we work together with every buyer and seller. Dawn's customer-service warmth and Eddie's analytical precision mean you always have the right person at the right moment, and you'll feel supported and in the loop throughout the process.

What We Do

Guiding You Home

First-Time Buyers

Never purchased a home before? We walk you through every step, from pre-approval to closing day, so you never feel overwhelmed or unsure.

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Selling Your Home

Strategic pricing, professional marketing, and hands-on guidance from listing to closing. We protect your bottom line and keep you informed every step.

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Relocation

Moving to the Willamette Valley from across Oregon or across the country? We understand that relocating involves more than finding a home. We'll help you navigate the local market, learn about the communities and neighborhoods, and understand what to expect as you search for your next home. Our goal is to make your transition to the Willamette Valley feel informed, supported, and as straightforward as possible.

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Homes for Heroes

Firefighters, law enforcement, military, healthcare workers, and educators: we are your local Homes for Heroes Real Estate Specialists, serving heroes throughout Salem and the Willamette Valley.

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Homes for Heroes Specialists

Serving Those Who Serve Our Communities

Firefighters, law enforcement, military members, veterans, healthcare workers, and education professionals qualify for exclusive Hero Rewards through Homes for Heroes. We are proud to be your local specialists for a program that has helped more than 80,000 heroes and saved them over $165 million combined.

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Service Areas

The Willamette Valley

Proudly serving Salem and the surrounding communities in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. After more than 28 years living in the Portland metro area, we chose to make the Willamette Valley our home. Today, we live in the Salem area and are proud to serve the communities we know and love.

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Let's Talk About
Your Next Move

Whether you are buying your first home, selling, or exploring your options, we are here to answer your questions with no pressure and no obligation. Communication is our calling card, and it starts with this first conversation.

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We typically respond within a few hours.

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Answers Before You Call

Frequently Asked Questions

Straightforward answers to the questions buyers and sellers ask us most often.

Do we qualify for Homes for Heroes?

If you or your spouse works as a firefighter, law enforcement officer, member of the military or a veteran, healthcare worker, or teacher or educator, you may qualify for savings through Homes for Heroes. As Homes for Heroes Real Estate Specialists serving the Mid-Willamette Valley, we help eligible heroes earn Hero Rewards on their home purchase. There is no membership fee and no obligation to find out what you may qualify for. Visit our Homes for Heroes page to see who qualifies and how much you could save, or read our guide, Do I Qualify for Homes for Heroes?, for more detail.

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How much do I need to save to buy a home in Oregon?

You may not need as much as you think. Many loan programs allow qualified buyers to purchase with a down payment as low as 3% or 3.5%, and some qualified veterans and buyers in eligible areas may purchase with no down payment at all. Your exact total also depends on closing costs and the price of the home you choose, so we start with a conversation with an experienced lender.

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Do I need a realtor to buy a home?

You are not required to work with a real estate agent, but having an experienced local team can make all the difference. We guide you through pre-approval, help you understand the homes and terms you are considering, prepare and negotiate your offer, and advocate for your interests through closing. With communication as our calling card, you will never wonder what is happening next.

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Who's a good Realtor in Salem?

We are. Eddie and Dawn Knippel, a husband-and-wife team at MORE Realty serving Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley, rated 5.0 stars on Google. But a good Realtor is about more than a name: local market knowledge, honest communication, and someone who's responsive from first call to closing. That's the standard we hold ourselves to on every single sale.