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How to Get Ready to Sell Your Home: A Complete Guide

Thinking about selling your home? Whether you’re upgrading, downsizing, or relocating, preparing your home the right way can make a big difference in how quickly it sells—and how much you get for it. This guide walks you through everything you need to do to get your home market-ready. 1. Declutter and Depersonalize First impressions matter, … Read More

The Oregon Real Estate Market — June 2025 Snapshot

Home Prices Are Holding Steady Oregon’s real estate market shows signs of stability as we move through 2025. The statewide median home price sits around $526,300, with a modest 0.5% increase year-over-year. Zillow reports an average home value of approximately $507,501, reflecting a 0.3% annual uptick. This follows the volatility of the pandemic years, signaling … Read More

How to Prepare for a Home Loan

Here are some tips to help you prepare to get a home loan. Tip One – Save for a down payment/closing costs While loan programs can vary, it is always important to have savings. While money down can vary greatly, there can be closing cost requirements even on zero down loans. Even if you save … Read More

Is It Time To Lock Your Rate?

Do you know today’s interest rate on a 30 year fixed rate loan?  Chances are that this rate has already changed since the last time you’ve looked!  Mortgage interest rates are adjusted daily to reflect the supply and demand of available funds, and all too often buyers are disappointed to learn that their ideal loan … Read More