More than ever, homeowners want to get the most bang for their buck when it comes to remodeling. While many folks are staying put with their homes long term, others are looking to take advantage of the great prices a home can go for right now in the market. Either way, you may feel like your house […]
There’s a dust denominator in every home that could be at the root of your problems, but there’s a way to prevent expensive fixes by keeping up with the cleaning. Dust is everywhere, but excessive amounts can cause not only appliance issues, but health issues, too. Even if you’re wiping down areas daily, dust accumulates. It’s […]
Oregon has a number of officially designated symbols, ranging from those that are essential to the state government, such as the seal and flag, to some that some may consider superfluous, including the state dance and gemstone. Legislators and proponents of state symbols have argued that there is an economic benefit to identifying state symbols, […]
Who makes the best coffee in Portland? (Giulia Fiaoni / City Cast Portland) Life as a coffee lover in Portland means constantly falling in love with new shops and struggling to pick a favorite, but that doesn’t mean we won’t try. Here are just a few of the best coffee shops in the city. Deadstock […]
Shifts in the housing market are triggering a lot of changes in the way we live. High interest rates, inflation—which surged back up to 3%, according to the latest consumer price index—and rising home prices are affecting many Americans, making the road to ownership increasingly tricky. These difficulties have led to a growing interest in multigenerational housing, […]
As the only major arts museum between Seattle and San Francisco—Portland Art Museum is a vital cultural resource serving as a civic cornerstone, educational resource, and beacon of inspiration for the people who live, work, and visit the city of Portland. It serves as a “cultural commons” drawing together local, regional, national, and global audiences […]
Tax season: Everyone’s favorite time of year has just begun. This year, the Internal Revenue Service opened the tax filing season on Jan. 27. The deadline for filing (without an extension) is April 15. For homeowners, there is an added layer of complexity when filling out your return. Owning your home is a huge investment, but if you know […]
It’s officially tax season. Attempt to control your glee. But seriously: Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, was the first day that the Internal Revenue Service started accepting and processing 2024 income tax returns. The deadline to file is Tuesday, April 15, 2025, which we all know is when you’re actually going to file (join the club!) Homeowners […]
gawriloff/iStock Searching for homes and scrolling through listing photos is fun, but saving up for a down payment can be a real challenge. That’s why some home buyers turn to family for a helping hand in the form of the gift of a down payment. But whenever a large stack of cash changes hands, Uncle Sam wants to know—and that […]
Amazon (3); Canva Stock Did you know that along with clothing, housewares, electronics, and books, you can now purchase an actual tiny home or accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on Amazon? It’s true. For anywhere from $8,500-$55,000, you can just order up a house and have it shipped to you (often with free delivery). But before you hit “add […]