About Paul Knighton
The broker behind the handshake.
This page tells you who Paul Knighton is, how he got into real estate, and why he runs his business the way he does. If you are deciding who will represent your family in a luxury or move-up purchase, in the Portland Metro or the Treasure Valley, that is the part that matters most.
Why real estate
It was never really about houses.
“I got into real estate because I realized it wasn't really about houses. It was about people and the opportunities that homeownership creates.”
Paul was drawn to a career that combined entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Every client has a unique story, and helping them navigate one of their biggest financial decisions is both rewarding and humbling.
Over time, his passion grew beyond serving clients to helping other agents build successful businesses. That passion ultimately led him to create MORE Realty, where empowering others to succeed remains at the heart of everything he does.
Today he serves clients in both the Portland Metro area and Idaho's Treasure Valley, with luxury and move-up buyers at the center of his practice. Whether buying, selling, or making a move between Oregon and Idaho, his goal is simple: straightforward advice, clear communication, and the experience to help every client move forward with confidence.
The mission that runs every transaction
“To make a positive difference by serving people with integrity, empowering others to succeed, and creating opportunities that have a lasting impact.”
Paul Knighton
The resume, in plain numbers
Proof you can check yourself.
22
Years in real estate
Two decades of market cycles, negotiations, and closing tables.
500+
Homes sold
First-time buyers, luxury sellers, investors, and everything between.
2
States licensed
Oregon Principal Broker and Idaho Associate Broker, active in both.
7
MLS memberships
RMLS, IMLS, WVMLS, LCMLS, SOMLS, COAR, and Tillamook MLS, for true two-state coverage.
Licenses & designations
- Oregon Principal Broker, License #200411088
- Idaho Associate Broker, License #8171855
- Owner, MORE Realty, one of Oregon's largest real estate firms
Leadership & market access
- Experience leading hundreds of agents while staying close to each transaction
- Member of RMLS, IMLS, WVMLS, LCMLS, SOMLS, COAR, Tillamook MLS
- Serving Portland Metro and the Treasure Valley
The clients Paul is known for
Built for both markets, from first homes to forever homes.
Luxury buyers
From Lake Oswego to Eagle, Paul represents the premium tier with discreet, data-driven negotiation and access to off-market opportunities across seven MLS networks.
Luxury communitiesMove-up families
Selling your starter and buying the next chapter is a two-transaction problem. Paul sequences both closings so you move once and finance once.
The selling guideRelocating buyers
Licensed in both states, Paul turns an Oregon to Idaho move, or the reverse, into one coordinated plan with one advocate on both ends.
The relocation guideDownsizing and empty nesters
Selling years of memories and buying freedom from upkeep. Paul helps empty nesters right-size with clear net-proceeds math and honest advice.
The buyers hubWhat working with Paul feels like
Four words his clients use most.
Protective
Paul treats your interests as his own. That means honest advice even when it costs him a commission.
Clear
Straight answers, plain language, and proactive updates. You will never wonder where things stand.
Patient
Every buyer and seller moves at their own pace. Paul educates first and pushes only when it serves you.
Experienced
22 years and 500+ homes sold give him the perspective to stay calm and strategic when it matters most.
About Paul
Quick questions about Paul.
Straight answers to the questions people ask most before they pick up the phone.
How long has Paul been a real estate agent?
Paul has spent more than 20 years building his career in real estate and is the owner of MORE Realty, one of Oregon's largest real estate firms.
Where does Paul work?
Paul serves both the Portland Metro area in Oregon and the Treasure Valley in Idaho. He recently relocated to Idaho's Treasure Valley and works with clients in both markets.
Is Paul licensed in Oregon and Idaho?
Yes. Paul is an Oregon Principal Broker, License #200411088, and an Idaho Associate Broker, License #8171855.
What MLSs does Paul belong to?
Seven: RMLS, IMLS, WVMLS, LCMLS, SOMLS, COAR, and Tillamook MLS.
What kind of clients does Paul work with?
Home buyers, sellers, and investors, including first-time buyers and people moving between Oregon and Idaho.
How can I contact Paul?
Through the contact page on this site, or by phone at 503-475-6136.
Does Paul have a background in both Oregon and Idaho?
Yes, extensively. Paul is an Oregon native who spent summers on a dairy farm in Idaho and now lives in Idaho's Treasure Valley.
Let's talk about what you're planning next.
A 20-minute conversation is enough to find out whether Paul is the right advocate for your move. No pressure, no obligation.