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✨ Portland Real Estate Market Update: Defying Expectations! ✨At the start of the year, many predicted a downturn for the real estate market—some even claimed we were headed for a crash. But the Portland, Oregon market has proven to be remarkably resilient, defying the…

It took 10 more days to sell a home in 2024…

Winter is a good time for warm water 😉

Make a Great First (Scent) Impression When Selling Your Home!When it comes to selling your home, the way it smells can be just as important as how it looks. A welcoming, clean scent creates an emotional connection for buyers, but there’s a fine line between “fresh and…

Real Estate Tip of the Week“Winter Home Selling: How to Stand Out in a Slower Market”While winter is typically a slower season for real estate, it can work to your advantage if you prepare thoughtfully. Here are some key strategies to make your home shine:Create a Warm…

Today’s Mortgage Debt: Why It Doesn’t Signal a Housing BubbleConcerns about a potential housing bubble are understandable, but today’s mortgage landscape tells a different story. Unlike the 2008 crisis, homeowners now enjoy record-high equity levels—nearly three…

This time, at historical norms…

Over the last year, first-time buyers have made up just 24% of home purchases in the United States. This is the lowest figure since it was tracked back to the early 1980s.The primary cause, in short, is affordability. Between higher prices, higher interest rates, an…

This house in Clackamas is a good one – 3500 sq ft with 4 beds, 3 baths, two living rooms, vaulted ceilings, roughly 3/4 acre lot with sport court and all the room you’ll need in a great, established neighborhood with tall trees on a cul-de-sac.For complete details, see the…