About Us
At Floating Homes Portland, we specialize in waterfront living. With deep local expertise and a refined understanding of the floating home market in and around the Portland area and the Pacific Northwest, we connect discerning buyers and sellers with precision and care. In this highly nuanced segment of real estate, working with a knowledgeable professional familiar with the limited vendors, service providers, and specialized resources associated with floating home ownership can provide significant value both during and after the transaction process.
Whether you are purchasing your first floating home or preparing to sell a cherished property, we provide thoughtful guidance, strategic insight, and seamless execution at every step.
We also frequently assist clients with coordinated transitions between floating homes and land-based properties. Buyers who enlist our services to help sell an existing home, whether on land or water, often benefit from commission discounts and a more streamlined transition process. Likewise, we regularly help floating home sellers relocate into traditional residential properties or move into larger or upgraded floating homes, helping align timelines and simplify the overall experience for all parties involved.
This is more than real estate. It is a lifestyle defined by water, sunlight, and community — one we live, breathe, and are honored to represent.
Meet Our Agents!
Galene Buchholz
Galene Buchholz brings more than 12 years of real estate experience to Floating Homes Portland and has been part of the team since 2016, working alongside company founder Amy Sedgwick. Over the years, she has developed extensive knowledge of the floating home market, local moorages, and the unique details involved in waterfront transactions.
With a background in office management, marketing, and transaction coordination, Galene plays an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the business. Her organization, communication style, and attention to detail help clients feel informed, supported, and cared for throughout the buying and selling process.
She especially enjoys helping showcase floating homes through thoughtful marketing and creative presentation, while staying current with evolving social media and online marketing trends. Her upbeat personality and approachable nature help create a welcoming experience for both buyers and sellers.
One of Galene’s favorite parts of working in the floating home market is introducing people to the unique floating home lifestyle and helping clients navigate important milestones and new opportunities along the way.
Outside of real estate, Galene enjoys paddle boarding with her dog, Scully, spending time on the river, and cheering on the Portland Winterhawks as a longtime hockey fan.
Contact Galene (775) 771-4335
galene@floatinghomesportland.com
Dan Comfort
Portland native, Certified Residential Appraiser, and longtime floating home resident, Dan brings a rare combination of hands-on construction experience, valuation expertise, and over two decades living on the river.
Specializing in floating home sales alongside Galene Buchholz, Dan helps clients navigate one of the most unique real estate niches with a broad knowledge base. His deep understanding of moorage operations, financing, and ownership nuances streamlines the process for both buyers and sellers.
Sellers benefit from precise pricing and strategic preparation, while buyers gain clear guidance through the complexities of floating home ownership—resulting in smoother transactions and better long-term outcomes.
As Vice President of the Waterfront Organization of Oregon, Dan remains actively involved in preserving and promoting the region’s river communities—bringing both expertise and advocacy to every client he serves.
For Dan, this is more than a profession – it’s a lifestyle he has lived for decades and is passionate about sharing with others.
Contact Dan (503) 516-2520
dan@floatinghomesportland.com
Our Founder – Amy Sedgwick
After 27 years in real estate, I have come to learn that it’s not about the house at all. What I found is that I cared more about discovering what was happening in a person’s life than whether they wanted to sell or buy a house with a certain number of bedrooms and bathrooms. What kept me in the industry for so long was the desire to help people drill down into their situation and their desires. Was it a major life change? Just starting out? Was the dream a place to create art or a deeper sense of community?
The more I cared about people first, the more I found myself drawn to the world of floating homes and the lifestyle surrounding them.
Being a native Oregonian, I was introduced to floating homes as a child. My parents currently live on one (it’s not too late – my dad is 87), and I have lived in several myself. The immeasurable benefit is the community: lending a hand to a neighbor, accepting help when you need it, and the social connection that naturally comes with life on the water.
Over the years, my experience working with buyers and sellers in this unique space also led me to write A Buyer’s Guide to Floating Homes, a resource created to help others better understand and navigate this special lifestyle.
My time selling floating homes has now come to a close. I have moved on to live in Mérida, Mexico, where I manage my rental properties and help guests create memorable stays through Amy’s Casa.
Galene and Dan have taken the helm of Floating Homes Portland, and I could not be prouder. They both know their stuff and work hard to continue the mission of Floating Homes Portland.
You can keep an eye on what I am doing in Mexico at AmysCasa.com and on YouTube at Destination Retirement.
My sincerest gratitude for all of the wonderful clients over the years – may your boats always float.
Amy