In a seller’s real estate market, buyers are often in fierce competition to purchase a Portland home. This leads many to work hard to make their offer the most attractive, whether by reducing the contingencies, making the closing process smoother,…
If you’ve recently bought or sold a home with the help of a local Portland real estate agent and want to show your gratitude, there are a few great ways to say “Thank You!” to your agent for all of…
Credit is one of the most important parts of your home loan application. When applying for a mortgage, every lender working with you on buying a Portland home will pull your credit. If your credit is not great, there are…
If you have been looking to purchase a home in 2021, you have probably been told that you are in a “hot housing market” and to be ready for a long wait or fierce competition. What exactly is a hot…
If you love the charm and character of older homes but don’t want to live in a construction zone as your DIY, consider using a 203(k) loan to purchase the fixer upper of your dreams. Learn how to use a…
Buying a home can be a stressful process, especially when there is a lot of competition in the market. It can seem like there aren’t any good houses left and any that do become available are snatched up quickly. Here…
It takes a whole team of people to make a real estate deal go from start to finish. Even new home buyers or sellers often expect to work with a real estate agent, a loan officer, and other experts in…
You have saved and saved for a down payment on a new home in Portland and are finally ready to sign all of the paperwork and get the keys. Your lender sends over the final numbers and the cash to…
During the search for a new Portland home, many homeowners ask about the neighborhood that particular properties are in. The neighborhood location is a very important factor when it comes to finding the right home, understanding its value, and recognizing…
Many home buyers and sellers choose to work with a Portland real estate professional, either an agent or a broker, when they purchase or sell a home. This professional knows the ins and outs of the real estate market in…
