Your equity is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals as a homeowner. And chances are your equity grew substantially over the past year. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, homeowners gained an average of $51,500 in equity over the past year. If you’re ... Continue Reading » about 4 Ways Homeowners Can Use Their Equity
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Why Now Is a Great Time to Sell Your House
As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking home price appreciation, growing equity, low inventory, and competitive mortgage rates are motivating homeowners to make a move that addresses ... Continue Reading » about Why Now Is a Great Time to Sell Your House
Should You Update Your House Before You Sell It?
Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide.If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be ... Continue Reading » about Should You Update Your House Before You Sell It?
How to Choose a Lender to Finance Your Home
The type of lender you choose can make or break the sale of your next home. Find out what you should be looking for in a home lender! When it comes time to buy a home, buyers often don't know where to begin. Any knowledgeable REALTOR® will tell you that the first place to start is connecting ... Continue Reading » about How to Choose a Lender to Finance Your Home
Portland Metro Real Estate Market Update
The Portland Metro Real Estate market continues to trend upward at a breakneck speed. In Oregon, the average sale price for the region jumped up another $24,300 over the prior month, and increased 24.5% ($114,700) over May of last year. The time that homes spend on the market continues to trend ... Continue Reading » about Portland Metro Real Estate Market Update
5 Reasons to Buy New Construction
You walk into a new construction community and you are immediately overwhelmed with excitement and countless possibilities. Is this the best route for you to take? Maybe! With real estate inventory so tight in the Portland Metro, buying new construction could be a great option! This is why I'm ... Continue Reading » about 5 Reasons to Buy New Construction