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The Operative Group | REAL
Agent
5.0 stars
138 Reviews
Markets served
Dundee, OR
Coos Bay, OR
Lebanon, OR
Myrtle Creek, OR
Sutherlin, OR
Bandon, OR
Veneta, OR
Creswell, OR
Cottage Grove, OR
Salem, OR
Lowell, OR
Roseburg, OR
Albany, OR
Eugene, OR
Dallas, OR
Florence, OR
Coburg, OR
Springfield, OR
Licenses, Designations or Certificates
Oregon Licensed Principal Broker #201235300 Manufactured Structure Dealers License MSD#1092 Bachelors Degree in Advertising - KSU 2008 Certified Investment Property Specialist (CIPS) Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) Certified Real Estate Marketer (CREM) Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Top 1% RMLS
About us
Why work with me? Because I help investors scale—at any stage—using precision systems, strategic deal structure, expert negotiation, and real-world results. I'm Daniel Gandee, CEO and Principal Broker of The Operative Group, ranked the #6 real estate team in Oregon for transaction sides and #7 in volume by RealTrends & The Wall Street Journal (2024). As an active investor with $5M+ in real estate holdings, I bring firsthand experience in building both passive income and aggressive growth portfolios. Alongside a handpicked team of elite investment agents, I’ve helped clients navigate everything from syndications and short-term rentals to fix-and-flips and commercial repositioning. With over a decade of hands-on, boots-on-the-ground experience, I specialize in: Complex 1031 Exchanges Short- and Long-Term Rental acquisition, operations, and compliance Fix & Flip and BRRRR strategies Creative Financing and seller-structured dealmaking Multifamily syndication and asset repositioning Construction consulting, zoning navigation, and project cost analysis Cash flow optimization and landlord-tenant strategy I serve as President of the Lane County Rental Owners Association, Oregon’s largest landlord advocacy nonprofit, and am a contributing mentor at the Oregon Real Estate Investors Association. I don’t just coach—I actively invest, build, and advise. If you're looking to generate off-market deal flow, my background includes consulting on over $2M+ in real estate advertising campaigns in Silicon Valley and personally generating thousands of distressed property leads. I also founded and scaled a design/build firm to $4M+ in revenue in under three years, backed by an 8,000+ local following. You’ll find my investor-focused content across Instagram (@oregonrealestateexpert) and YouTube (@InvestingInOregon), with a combined 35K+ followers who rely on actionable guidance to sharpen their strategies and multiply their returns. If you're ready to scale, optimize, and dominate your investment journey—let’s connect.
Specialties
Commercial
Multi-Family (5+ units)
Mobile Home Parks
Residential
Single-Family Rental
Primary Residence
Multi-Family (2-4 units)
Fix & flip
Short-term rental
Reviews (138)
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138 Reviews
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137 Reviews
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1 Review
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Donna Leung
Dan was a great help with the sale of our home. He was professional, courteous, and shared insight regarding the local market. I highly recommend his services.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Katherine Smith
He worked very hard for the duration it took to sell our manufactured home. He stuck with us and made good solid recommendations. He worked diligently with other realtors to make sure it was shown to all parties in the area. Recommended improvements to help improve its sellability.
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Yo Jo
Our home-buying process was simply amazing. Dan’s attention to detail, patience, and local market knowledge was superb. He was prompt and provided answers to all of our questions or concerns. We strongly recommend him to potential customers looking for an agent!
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
A.J. V
I highly recommend getting involved with Dan. Especially if you have an investor mindset. His knowledge and experience in Oregon real estate will help anyone who is looking to get into any type of deal. Shortly after getting involved with Dan, I was able to accomplish my goal pretty quickly. I owe him a big thank you and look forward to growing on this real estate investing path that he has helped me with so far.
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Luke Pyke
Dan has been great to work with very knowledgeable and attentive to our needs. Having a good help you through the process of buying a home is so important and Dan will be there every step of the way. Definitely one of the best
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Rhonda Foy
We had an amazing experience with The Operative Group. Daniel Gandee was incredibly professional and helpful from start to finish! Daniel was knowledgeable in the sale of our duplex with a tenant in our unit, this really helped us navigate the process with ease. Daniel was outstanding with communication keeping us updated every step of the way, and explaining what to expect. Selling a investment property can have its challenges, Daniel helped us achieve our goal and went above and beyond. We would highly recommended him and the Operative Group! The sale was a success and gave us the opportunity to move forward with our 1031. We would definitely return. Thank You Daniel!
5.0 stars
11 months ago
Reviewed by
Lena Kyle
We worked with Seth Cory and felt very confident and supported by his communication and professionalism. We feel that he cares about what he does and was patient with us through the process. Very grateful for the chance to work with Seth and for the new home he helped guide us into.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Lynn R
I met Dan more than a year before requesting his services. From the start, he was a blend of personable and dedicated to excellence. I discovered over time that he's well connected in the community and brings a seasoned approach to his real estate dealings. Of all the realtors I knew in the area, I chose to work with Dan, as my property wasn't a straightforward sell, and I felt confident he could handle its unique challenges. My property was sold in record time and at a very acceptable price. Dan's communication set him apart throughout the process: he was quick to update me on any movement or changes, and he was attentive to any questions I had. I would work with him again in a heartbeat.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Kaetee
Dan is a wonderful real estate agent! He has made the process so easy by his excellent communication, availability and extensive knowledge. He was always quick to respond even when he was on vacation. I would absolutely use him again for our real estate needs and definitely recommend him to all our friends and family.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Ezra Ende
Dan was incredibly helpful and proactive in helping us find a short-term rental investment property! He has a ton of great connections and offered expert advice that have made the process much smoother and more made me all the more confident in the investment!
5.0 stars
about 2 years ago
Reviewed by
Thomas Chavalia
I found Dan and Seth with The Operative Group through the BiggerPockets dashboard. I am new to the real estate investing scene and these guys were a huge help! They helped me acquire my first investment property and I couldn't' have won the bidding process without their guidance and strategy. These guys were proactive on looking for deals and helping me dig into potential issues I suspected on bogus info that other sellers were telling us. I couldn't be happier with how things went with these guys and I will for sure be using them again in the future. If you are looking for an investment friendly agent in Willamette Valley area then i'd highly highly recommend The Operative Group!
5.0 stars
about 2 years ago
Reviewed by
Thomas Chavalia
I found Dan and Seth with The Operative Group through the BiggerPockets dashboard. I am new to the real estate investing scene and these guys were a huge help! They helped me acquire my first investment property and I couldn't' have won the bidding process without their guidance and strategy. These guys were proactive on looking for deals and helping me dig into potential issues I suspected on bogus info that other sellers were telling us. I couldn't be happier with how things went with these guys and I will for sure be using them again in the future. If you are looking for an investment friendly agent in Willamette Valley area then i'd highly highly recommend The Operative Group!
5.0 stars
4 months ago
Reviewed by
Donna Leung
Dan was a great help with the sale of our home. He was professional, courteous, and shared insight regarding the local market. I highly recommend his services.
5.0 stars
6 months ago
Reviewed by
Katherine Smith
He worked very hard for the duration it took to sell our manufactured home. He stuck with us and made good solid recommendations. He worked diligently with other realtors to make sure it was shown to all parties in the area. Recommended improvements to help improve its sellability.
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Yo Jo
Our home-buying process was simply amazing. Dan’s attention to detail, patience, and local market knowledge was superb. He was prompt and provided answers to all of our questions or concerns. We strongly recommend him to potential customers looking for an agent!
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
A.J. V
I highly recommend getting involved with Dan. Especially if you have an investor mindset. His knowledge and experience in Oregon real estate will help anyone who is looking to get into any type of deal. Shortly after getting involved with Dan, I was able to accomplish my goal pretty quickly. I owe him a big thank you and look forward to growing on this real estate investing path that he has helped me with so far.
5.0 stars
7 months ago
Reviewed by
Luke Pyke
Dan has been great to work with very knowledgeable and attentive to our needs. Having a good help you through the process of buying a home is so important and Dan will be there every step of the way. Definitely one of the best
5.0 stars
9 months ago
Reviewed by
Rhonda Foy
We had an amazing experience with The Operative Group. Daniel Gandee was incredibly professional and helpful from start to finish! Daniel was knowledgeable in the sale of our duplex with a tenant in our unit, this really helped us navigate the process with ease. Daniel was outstanding with communication keeping us updated every step of the way, and explaining what to expect. Selling a investment property can have its challenges, Daniel helped us achieve our goal and went above and beyond. We would highly recommended him and the Operative Group! The sale was a success and gave us the opportunity to move forward with our 1031. We would definitely return. Thank You Daniel!
5.0 stars
11 months ago
Reviewed by
Lena Kyle
We worked with Seth Cory and felt very confident and supported by his communication and professionalism. We feel that he cares about what he does and was patient with us through the process. Very grateful for the chance to work with Seth and for the new home he helped guide us into.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Lynn R
I met Dan more than a year before requesting his services. From the start, he was a blend of personable and dedicated to excellence. I discovered over time that he's well connected in the community and brings a seasoned approach to his real estate dealings. Of all the realtors I knew in the area, I chose to work with Dan, as my property wasn't a straightforward sell, and I felt confident he could handle its unique challenges. My property was sold in record time and at a very acceptable price. Dan's communication set him apart throughout the process: he was quick to update me on any movement or changes, and he was attentive to any questions I had. I would work with him again in a heartbeat.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Kaetee
Dan is a wonderful real estate agent! He has made the process so easy by his excellent communication, availability and extensive knowledge. He was always quick to respond even when he was on vacation. I would absolutely use him again for our real estate needs and definitely recommend him to all our friends and family.
5.0 stars
a year ago
Reviewed by
Ezra Ende
Dan was incredibly helpful and proactive in helping us find a short-term rental investment property! He has a ton of great connections and offered expert advice that have made the process much smoother and more made me all the more confident in the investment!
