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Our blog articles are geared towards first-time home buyers and mortgage market news.

Buying a home is a huge step, and if you’re caught between loan options, you’re not alone. **A conventional loan…

Buying a home in Portland can feel daunting, especially with all the choices out there and the pressure to get…

Understanding the Summer Housing Market The summer months, stretching from the Fourth of July to Labor Day, create a vibrant…

By Matt Jolivette of Associated Mortgage Brokers · Mortgage Broker, CMC · Updated June 16, 2026 Portland Mortgage Rates: Stop…

Portland Mortgage Rates: What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move Short answer: Inflation rose to 3.8% in April 2026,…

For Buyers · Affordability · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Local Buyers in…

Busting the 20 Percent Down Payment Myth One of the most common misconceptions among potential homebuyers is the belief that…

Navigating the Portland Real Estate Landscape This Spring As the weather warms up, the Portland housing market is gearing up for a…

Navigating the Portland Real Estate Market in 2026 In the dynamic real estate landscape of Portland, Oregon, and the surrounding Pacific…

One Key Sign the Portland Market Is Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures Foreclosure filings are ticking up. If…

Making a move in the Q1 2026 market requires more than just browsing Zillow or Redfin; it requires a tactical…

Portland Housing Market Update: What the January 2026 Data Is Telling Us By Matt Jolivette, Mortgage Broker | Associated Mortgage…