If you’ve been holding off on buying a home, the waning weeks of 2024 might be your moment. Rising home prices, scarce housing stock, and relentless mortgage rates have made for a tough real estate market. But now, the tide is starting to turn, and the end of the year is turning into the most buyer-friendly market […]
Acouple who spent a jaw-dropping $20 million—and four years—renovating their Portland, OR, mansion to turn it into a “party palace” have now listed the incredible property for $25 million. The high-flying price makes it Portland’s most expensive home listing. Software executive Stephen Marsh and his wife, Mary, purchased the staggering estate in 2017 for a little over $4 million, according to […]
PORTLAND, Ore. — Bird Alliance of Oregon is excited to announce the purchase of 12.5 acres of open space on NE 82nd Avenue (2800 NE 82nd Ave) to build a new wildlife hospital and better serve the community. The organization plans to build its new Wildlife Care Center and restore the land to create a nature sanctuary, complete […]
It’s official: The housing market is about to heat up. With interest rates easing, more prospective homebuyers are likely to enter the market. That means buyers will have to be competitive and creative to beat out other bids. “Though falling mortgage rates are sure to entice some homebuyers, the vast majority—about 86% of existing mortgages—have a rate of 6% […]
Successfully managing rental properties can feel like balancing multiple roles at once. From ensuring tenant satisfaction to handling maintenance issues and complying with legal requirements, property management involves various tasks that demand organization, knowledge, and a proactive approach. However, to help you get into rental property management with confidence, we outline each aspect of the process with […]
Discover a variety of fun and unique winter activities to enjoy in Oregon, from horse-drawn carriage rides to cosmic tubing. No matter how you feel about the cold weather, there’s no denying that Oregon can be a pretty fun place to be during the winter months. From epic snow tubing hills to magical horse-drawn carriage […]
Aprofessional home inspector has issued a stark warning to homebuyers about the dangers of skipping out on an inspection before purchasing a property—claiming that agreeing to waive this important step in an attempt to give your offer an edge in a competitive market could end in disaster. Randle Loftin, a home inspector based in the Dallas-Forth Worth area, took to […]
Discover nine breathtaking waterfalls in Oregon that become even more enchanting during winter. There’s something truly magical about a wintery waterfall; the stunning sight of an ethereal cascade framed by ice and snow is an almost otherworldly beauty. Here are nine waterfalls in Oregon that are breathtaking that become even more enchanting when the temperature drops below […]
“Life changes,” Clackamas County Circuit Court Judge Kathie Steele wrote. “Banning the public outright is unreasonable” An Oregon judge has issued a ruling that effectively makes the waters of Oswego Lake open to the public, though it could be appealed. The decision issued Wednesday finds the city of Lake Oswego’s ordinance that blocks public access […]
High mortgage rates are making it more expensive to buy a home right now—but many experts still believe that real estate beats out other investment opportunities. Despite that, many investors have been swept into the thrill of playing the markets or trying out new asset classes like art, cryptocurrency, classic cars, and even wine. If […]