Advice for Selling-Summer 2023

This summer presents a lot of opportunity for Sellers in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Inventory is LOW and there are buyers anxious to buy. It is a great time to sell. Monmouth/Independence, Oregon is a community that is very desirable. People are moving to upsize, downsize, relocate for a job or to be close to family.Continue reading “Advice for Selling-Summer 2023”

Tips for Getting Your Home Show Ready

It is spring! And it is the perfect time of year to sell your home. Flowers are in bloom. The grass is green. It is the best time of year for your home to sparkle and shine. Let’s take a look at somethings you can do to really show off your home and give prospectiveContinue reading “Tips for Getting Your Home Show Ready”

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”

Introduction

Welcome to my real estate blog!  I am excited to share my love of the Willamette Valley, tips for buying and selling, home improvement ideas, history and so much more. I have been a Realtor in Independence, Oregon since 2004. Monmouth/Independence is where I grew up, where all of my family lives and the communityContinue reading “Introduction”