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3 Bedrooms – 2 Full Baths Offered at $600,000 3D TOUR Turnkey, stylish & wonderfully located in the heart of Concordia, this modern townhome puts you in the middle of one of Portland’s most loved neighborhoods. Stroll a block or two for coffee, yoga or brunch,...

MARMOT PHOTOBOMB! 💣🦫 New all-time goal of bringing you the Portland Real Estate stats from the top of the highest peak in the lower 48. 🗻🏡 You can tell from my moment of breathlessness that the air is pretty thin at 14,505 in the sky....

If you want to Sell Home property in Portland and your home needs repairs or updates, buyer reactions often depend on pricing, location, condition, and expectations. Some buyers want move-in-ready homes. Others actively look for opportunities to renovate.  Many...

If you want to Sell Home property in Portland, pricing your home correctly from the start can improve visibility, increase showing activity, and reduce the need for later price reductions. Strong pricing strategy helps buyers respond faster.  Portland homeowners often...

Over the past four months, I’ve helped three different Portland homeowners sell some pretty special properties. Each home had its own version of a little something extra—a mother-in-law suite, a studio, or a fully permitted ADU. And it got me thinking about a question...

In about a week from today, I will be summiting Mt. Whitney with my friend, Heather. 🗻 When I said "YES", I had no idea that Mount Whitney is the tallest peak in the lower 48. As a matter of fact, I didn't even know where it was. 😂 That seems to be how...

When your home sells, the remaining balance on your mortgage is typically paid off through the closing process using proceeds from the sale. After the mortgage, closing costs, and other obligations are paid, any remaining funds are distributed to you as the...

How can Portland homeowners sell their current home and buy their next one without getting stuck between two properties?  The key is careful planning, realistic timelines, understanding your financing options, and coordinating both transactions strategically. With the...

How can Portland homeowners decide whether to keep a home as a rental or sell it?  The best decision comes from evaluating three factors together: potential rental income, available home equity, and your desired lifestyle. Looking at only one factor can lead to a...