Economists who focus on the housing market are anticipating a more balanced market this year, reports RISMedia . Home prices are just...

Art, food, and drink January 25 – 26, 2019 46 miles south “First Taste Oregon” features local art, beer, food, music, spirits, and wine...

December Residential Highlights December brought cooling across the board to the Portland metro area. Pending sales, at 1,599, fell 9.0%...

This past year was definitely a strong seller’s market, according to recently released data from the National Association of Realtors®....

Selling your home is certainly a personal decision. Here are five points to consider: You want to take advantage of the current real...

Despite this, demand for homes reminds high. This is because people feel more secure in their financial situation due to a stronger...

First-time buyers have had limited opportunities to purchase affordable housing over the past few years, but the inventory of resale...

Tranquil and technicolor: Interior design trends for 2019 This year, interior design is finding inspiration in wellness trends, plus...

Un-deck the halls, and clear the clutter By exercising your decision-making skills, decluttering can actually increase your confidence...

How to re-energize after the holidays When the rush of the holidays comes to an end, fatigue can settle in as you try to adjust to your...

Buying a home with less-than-perfect credit Just because your credit score isn’t ideal doesn’t mean you can’t finance a home. Consider...

If you’re considering getting a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC), make sure you understand how the tax rules have...

How to pull off a neutral room A neutral decorating scheme can create a beautiful, serene space. Neutrals are also flexible, making it...

Traditionally, most sellers shy away from listing their homes in November or December. Some buyers, however, need to make a quick...

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...

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?...

Some people love them, some people hate them. But there’s always room for a little pattern in your home’s interior décor. Use patterns...

A home is partially what you make of the walls that surround you, but it’s also about the environment that surrounds your home. If you’re...

Skipping pre-approval.  Less extensive than prequalifying, your lender will take a deeper dive into your finances to pre-approve you for...