I was asked how to find a top performing real estate agent in another city or state. Good question! And one that you might need even when you can’t…
You wouldn’t think Portland needed staging help in this HOT market, but staging does help the seller meet their expectations regarding offers coming in at listing price or…
In recent months I have experienced some unusual results with appraisals. I thought this list would be interesting to you if you are concerned about either buying or…
#5. Child Support: Lending regulations allow it to be “grossed up” 125% of the monthly amount, since it is non-taxable. For example, if the monthly payment is $1000,…
#5. Federal regulators have dropped a proposed requirement to make the min. down payment 20% for Conventional residential home loans. (Whew! – that’s welcome news!) #4. Fannie…
The definition of a short sale is the sale of a property where the proceeds will be less than the outstanding balance of the loan secured by the…
Staging has become an important part of the selling process and of good marketing plans. I have changed my perspective on staging. As a practical person who sees…
People have discovered the wonderful world of floating homes! Where else can you live ‘on’ the water with your boat docked at your front door, fishing from the…
I was sailing with friends a week ago, and they wanted to tell me how excited they are that their home in a hot Portland Neighborhood had increased by $38,000…
Buying a house is an exciting process and buyer’s often get really organized when they are ready to look; they think about the neighborhood, imagine their new dog…
Winter hit Portland with a frigid blast after six weeks of ‘balmy’ weather (meaning no rain, blue skies, cold temperatures but dry). I was getting my hair done…
The data is ‘in’. In 2013, about 15% of the property that sold in the greater Portland metro area was classified as distressed, which means either short sales…
Pets are good for our hearts; they love us no matter what. They continue to love us even when we sell their home out from under them. Some…
The market is really active right now, so you don’t want to turn off any buyer or seller, do you? Broker’s make appointments to show your home, then….nada….
This stunning home is definitely one of a kind. No expense was spared in creating a unique floating home that brings inside the color and life of the…
Money. It’s the name of the game in real estate finance today. Here is just one of the new guidelines to use when thinking about how to…
Wow, we have had a spectacular winter so far! Blue skies, big full moons, calm waters and wonderful inventory of awesome floating homes in all price ranges. Purchase…
Just like your mother said, Don’t dive into waters if you don’t know what’s down there!!! Here is some serious advice that will help you avoid problems in…
2014 is starting off with a bang! Prices are up, multiple offers are being made on desirable, well priced properties (especially in the close in neighborhoods), a fresh…
This article in the Oregonian poses an interesting dilemma for the Portland Real Estate Market. When Zillow first launched, they tried to charge real estate brokers for adding correct…
