Cash in Now: Why Today’s Seller’s Market Spells Success Contemplating putting your house on the market? Wondering if the timing is right? Brace yourself for some eye-opening insights. Despite a growing inventory of homes in recent months, we’re still firmly entrenched in a seller’s market. It’s a scenario in which demand still outweighs supply, leaving eager buyers shopping with only a limited pool of homes to choose from. Curious for a closer look at why […]

Providing Hope, Mortgage Rates May Ease Below 6% This Year There’s a lot of confusion about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you really need to know: compared to the near 8% peak last fall, mortgage rates have trended down overall. If you’re looking to buy or sell a home, this is a big deal and good news. While rates are going to continue to bounce around a bit based on various economic drivers […]

Will Mortgage Rates Come Down? The Million Dollar Question Today, let’s dive into the fascinating world of mortgage rates here in Oregon’s wine country. Whether you’re contemplating the idea of downsizing or upsizing your current home, or maybe you’re embarking on the journey of moving and buying a home in our small town region, mortgage rates are a topic you can’t afford to overlook. So, grab your favorite glass of Pinot Noir and lets embark […]

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a home loan. Lenders review your credit to assess your ability to make payments on time, to pay back debts, and more. It’s also a factor that helps determine your mortgage rate. An article from Bankrate explains:  “Your credit score is one of the most important factors lenders consider […]

An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the your hyperlocal housing market is changing and what it means for you. Here are five reasons working with a real estate expert can ensure you’ll get the most out of your sale.

In talking about the 2023 housing industry, one thing experts agree, unlike the last few years, it will be hyperlocal. We will see some markets across the nation drop home prices. Others will remain flat while some communities will continue to see moderate value price increases. Will the national news be able to tell the whole story for where you live? The consensus is that unlike the last few years, in the year ahead, probably […]

Separating Fact from Fiction in the Housing Market If you’re following the news, chances are you’ve seen or heard some headlines about the housing market that don’t give the full picture. The real estate market is shifting, and when that happens, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. That’s where a trusted real estate professional comes in. They can help debunk the headlines so you can really understand today’s market and what it […]

Expert Housing Market Forecast for the Second Half of 2022 The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the second half of the year holds for residential real estate. Where Mortgage Rates Will […]

Have you ever been driving through a neighborhood and noticed a pending sign in front of a home? Yet driving that road every day, you know you’ve never seen a for sale sign go up?  Most of America, when searching for homes, has come to rely on the platforms of Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, Trulia and the likes. Maybe this sounds familiar to you? As a buyer this can be frustrating. Especially if it is a neighborhood you have been […]

Newberg, Oregon | The Gateway to Oregon’s Wine Country

It is known as the Gateway to Oregon’s Wine Country. Where the suburbs of Portland roll into the fertile hills of the Willamette Valley. This city is home to one of the original 1950’s drive in movie theaters, a luxury resort and spa,  nationally certified BMX track and skate park,  hot air balloon adventures, a champion style public golf course, vineyards, breweries and so much more. Where am I? Newberg, Oregon! Today I answering clients questions about the […]