Buyer Challenge: Go Renovated or Brand New?
Which is best to buy?
Elections and Home Prices: 100 Years of Data
Elections and Home Prices: a Historical Perspective.In the last 100 years, home prices have dropped for the year after a presidential election only twice:Following the election of 1932: in the midst of the Great DepressionFollowing the election of 2008: in the midst…
What NOT to Store in Your Attic
What Not to Store in Your Attic (and Where to Keep It Instead)ElectronicsIf you’re living in a hot climate, your attic can quickly become a no-go zone for electronics. High temperatures can melt plastic parts and damage internal components. Take a look through any old…
STORY: “That Starbucks is Too Far Away”
Home sellers often want an agent who knows the area. One time, however, I failed the test, by….I’d imagine…a matter of a few…
What Makes a Healthy Neighborhood?
There are trends to note…
Pending Sales Up Over Last 2, 4 Weeks
Portland Real Estate Update: Pending Sales on the Rise!If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Portland real estate market, you might have noticed something exciting—pending sales have been ticking upwards in the last few weeks. Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s…
Want to Buy a Castle?
This one’s likely not going to be attacked by invading armies…
The Lock-In Effect is Real for Sellers
The Lock-In Effect: Why Homeowners Are Staying Put Instead of SellingIn today’s real estate market, many homeowners find themselves experiencing a peculiar dilemma: they want to sell, but they feel like they can’t. It’s called the “lock-in effect,” and it’s like being…
Trend: Multifunctional Kitchen Islands
Is a Multifunctional Kitchen Island Right for You?One of the hottest trends in kitchen design right now is the multifunctional island. These islands can include extra storage at the lower cabinet level, and some even feature built-in options like a microwave, sink, or…
Powell: The Fed Can’t Fix the Housing Market
It’s not just an issue of mortgage rates…