The 36 percent rule is a guideline for consumers to help determine how much money they can comfortably spend on monthly debt payments,...

The next time you find yourself procrastinating about decision-making, ask yourself these questions to help you reach a conclusion...

The current economy, market demand and human emotion all factor into setting the right asking price for your home. In a strong seller’s...

Enjoy! Whether you’re buying or selling, I’m always ready to get cooking. With my preparation and attention to detail, I’ll get you the...

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Wash full loads of dishes and clothes. Air-dry dishes, sheets and lightweight clothing, whenever possible. Use timers and motion sensors...

What happens when a buyer and seller agree on a price, but then the lender’s appraisal comes back lower than the agreed-upon amount?...

Regular maintenance on your home gives you peace of mind and keeps your resale value strong. Putting some energy into seasonal and...

While some people prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of urban living, sometimes suburbs are not rural enough for their lifestyles....

Here are five home improvements that can enhance your own enjoyment, as well as increase your property’s value at resale time, according...

Portland proper is getting more  and more expensive to buy into. We have many surrounding ares that you might be interested in with short...

August Residential Highlights The Portland metro area saw more mixed activity in August, but new listings were up compared with August...

A buyer’s first impression sticks. Think about what attracts you to a property when looking at homes online and what is the first thing...

Learning that your offer for your new home has been accepted is one of the most exciting times in the purchasing process. But, that...

How does your area stack up? Keep in mind each City has many neighborhoods that are priced differently than the average. You can call me...

What’s on the horizon for the 4th quarter in 2018? The housing forecast for the fourth quarter of 2018 is more of the same. Lower...

World financial events are conspiring to make it more expensive to borrow money to buy a house. In fact, mortgage interest rates are on...

Location, location, location Location is one of the most important elements – if not the most important element – to consider in a home...

Buying a home means entering a new world filled with what may be unfamiliar terms. Here’s a short cheat sheet to help you increase your...

The availability of homes on the market is low while the demand is high, especially for first-time buyers. If you have some cash to...