June is National Home Ownership Month

June is National Home Ownership Month. It is a time to celebrate the accomplishment and honor the dream of home ownership. Home ownership is an opportunity to accomplish a major achievement, create financial stability and establish roots in a community. There is a great sense of pride and accomplishment when achieving the goal of homeContinue reading “June is National Home Ownership Month”

Should I Purchase in Today’s Market

“Should I purchase in today’s market?” is the #1 questions I am fielding. There has been a rise in interest rates and it has people wondering if it is foolish to purchase in this market. Here are my thoughts on that… What if the payment isn’t comfortable or even possible? Am I ever going toContinue reading “Should I Purchase in Today’s Market”

Options for Senior Living

Cost of housing has an impact on people at all stages of life. A new article came out in my Seniors Real Estate Specialist® newsletter: Older homeowners, who want to sell, have difficulties finding a new place to live (see below). It tells of the stressful situations seniors face in trying to achieve suitable housingContinue reading “Options for Senior Living”

Spring 2022 Market Update

The long anticipation of an increase in interest rates has happened. What does that mean for home sales in the Willamette Valley? It means some people are freaking. Which is a natural response to change. But I don’t think we need to panic. Home sales are still strong but there is a shift in theContinue reading “Spring 2022 Market Update”

What to Expect in a Home Inspection

What should you expect from your home inspection– There are many common questions about the home inspection process. Who pays for the inspection? What will the inspector look for? What is the difference between an inspection and an appraisal? Here is what you can expect from your home inspection. Who pays for the inspection? AContinue reading “What to Expect in a Home Inspection”