Monthly Archives: January 2014

Things You Don’t Need to Hear from Your Listing Agent

I couldn’t of said it better myself! You’ve decided to sell your house. You begin to interview potential real estate agents to help you through the process. You need someone…

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January 29, 2014

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Down Payment Assistance

Check out the Oregon IDA Initiative’s matching savings plan!  This isn’t only for home purchases! Initiative participants may receive matched funds to help them: purchase a home, fulfill an educational…

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January 27, 2014

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Mortgage Market: Window Of Opportunity Opens

Last Week in Review: The economic report calendar was quiet, but a window of opportunity appeared. Forecast for the Week: Look for key reports on housing, consumer attitudes, inflation, manufacturing…

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January 27, 2014

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The Ultimate Open House Tour

Watch for our Council Crest new construction to be added to the list of homes on this tour! Watch for our Council Crest new construction to be added to the list of…

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January 24, 2014

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Daily Mortgage Stance

Mortgage Bonds are rebounding today after yesterday’s sell-off, which was triggered by jittery sellers in the afternoon session after the Fed had exited for the day. Weakness in the Stock…

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January 23, 2014

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Asking Prices Hold Steady While Inventory Declines

Asking Prices and Inventory for Homes in Portland Oregon The typical winter real estate lull has not hit Portland real estate.  At least not price wise.  Winter continues to prove…

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January 22, 2014

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Portland-area home sales up by $1.9 billion in 2013

Home sales in the Portland area jumped by $1.9 billion in 2013 as prices rose and willing buyers flooded the market. Nearly 27,000 homes traded hands in the year, according…

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January 21, 2014

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Giant 3D printer could build homes in under a day Published time: January 16, 2014 22:08 Edited time: January 17, 2014 10:46 Get short URL Scientists in California say new…

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January 17, 2014

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Why 2014 is the Year to Sell Your Home

What is your home worth?                                                  …

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January 16, 2014

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Mortgage Stance – Lock or Float?

After hitting another record close yesterday, the S&P 500 is lower this morning, which is boosting Bond prices. This morning’s tame inflation data from the Consumer Price Index also helped…

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January 16, 2014

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