Entries by altpdx

Feng shui mirror rules – for wealth, prosperity and well-being

Get savvy about the feng shui mirror rules to reap the benefits in your home! Feng shui mirror rules can seem a little tricky. The ancient Chinese art promises rich benefits to quality of life when following its precepts, but those on the subject of mirrors can sometimes seem harder to understand than other guidance. […]

5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy

Hurricane Helene swept a deadly path of destruction across the South, from Florida to Virginia. As the death toll mounts and thousands remain missing, the storm is expected to have caused at least $35 billion in damages. As residents start returning to find their homes badly damaged or fully annihilated, many might also be contacting their insurance companies about getting some […]

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Where to Find Comfort Food in Portland

Pasta, Dumplings, and More! Drown your sorrows in some saucy, slurpable pasta and oversized meatballs at Gabbiano’s. (Gabbiano’s) For obvious reasons, I suspect we could all use some soul-warming nourishment to bolster our spirits right about now. We’ve compiled this list of fortifying options, including noodle soups, pizza, dumplings, pasta, soul food, and more, so you can […]

Right Now May Be the Best Time for Homebuyers in 5 Years

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 […]

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Couple Who Spent $20 Million—and 4 Years—Creating a Portland ‘Party Palace’ List Extraordinary Mansion for $25 Million

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 […]

How To Beat Out Other Buyers in a Competitive Real Estate Market

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% […]

Managing Rental Properties: The Do’s and Don’ts for Landlords

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 […]

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You Must Visit These 9 Awesome Places In Oregon This Winter

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 […]