Demand for real estate across North America is high, and buyers have not stopped trying to find their perfect home. Some properties stand out more than others, and those properties have the home features buyers want. If your home has one or more of these sought-after features, you can guarantee it will be at the top of many property lists!

In many real estate transactions, the term ‘contingency’ may come up. A contingency is a clause that is added to the contract that gives the parties the right to back out of the contract under certain circumstances that must be negotiated between the buyer and seller.

A new year is upon us, and there is no better time for household tasks to help invigorate you for a brand new year. These tasks are small, achievable, and can help your home feel refreshed, meaning you’re more prepared to take on this new year with gusto. Clean Out Your Pantry, Fridge, and Freezer […]

Traditionally, the holidays see a seasonal slowdown when it comes to real estate. Many people start decorating their homes, not listing them. But while not a well-known ‘hot market’ time for properties, the holidays can actually be a great time to buy or sell. From motivated sellers and buyers to less competition, there are a […]

KIRKLAND, Washington. (January 19, 2021) – Northwest Multiple Listing Service member-brokers reported 95,760 closed sales during 2020 valued at more than $56 billion. Both the number of transactions and dollar value eclipsed the totals for 2019. Last year’s sales of residential (single family) homes and condominiums outgained 2019 by 3,257 transactions for a 3.5% increase. […]

Yes, real estate business is still being conducted in the State of Oregon, just with some modifications. The Governor’s Stay at Home order comes down to two important ideas: All work must be done from our homes whenever possible. If it’s not possible for us to get our work done from home, then we can […]

In the era of do-it-yourself home renovations, many homeowners are knocking down ceilings and walls, and tearing out floor tiles and old pipes. But in their efforts to upgrade and beautify their older homes, they might unknowingly be contaminating the air they breathe with toxic asbestos fibers. Our Guide to Asbestos in the Home offers […]

Oregon Ranking in U.S. for mesothelioma & asbestosis deaths: 19th Oregon Mesothelioma Deaths: 619 Oregon Asbestosis Deaths: 169 Oregon Total Asbestos Related Deaths: 788 Because of Oregon’s coastline, the state was an ideal location for many shipyards. When these shipyards peaked in production, the use of asbestos-containing products was extensive and many workers were exposed to the toxic material. An […]

One of the most important subjects a real estate agent can advise their sellers on is how to price their home accurately for the market as it is, not as we might wish it to be. No matter how beautiful or well-maintained a home is, or how many upgrades it has, if it’s not properly […]

Autumn is a great time in general to be in the market for a house, but October may be the best month of all! You’ll have less competition and sellers who may be eager to get their home sold before the holiday months hit. Read on for details. It’s the best month to get a […]

Governor Kate Brown has signed into law several housing bills designed to deal with the housing crisis in Oregon, including one that would eliminate single-family zoning in certain cities. HB2001 requires cities with populations greater than 10,000 to “allow duplexes in lands zoned for single-family dwellings.” It also requires cities with populations greater than 25,000 […]

Oregon became the first state to impose a statewide rent control policy. Along the way, it banned evictions without cause. What does it mean for renters? Here’s a quick guide. Q. What’s the cap on rent increases and how does it work? A. The new law caps rent hikes at 7 percent plus inflation during any […]