Applying for a Loan An introduction to mortgage. Here’s some basics about mortgages: what they are, how they work. Definition. A mortgage is simply a loan you take out to buy a home. Obtaining a mortgage will let you purchase a $200,000 home though you have far less money to put toward such a large… Read More ›
An energy efficient home has many benefits. Environmental impact, increased home value, and cost-savings are chief among them. This has been brought to the forefront in 2018 in our market as Home Energy Reports are now required for homes sold in the city of Portland. Buyers are looking for homes that have been designed with the… Read More ›
Most experts are expecting the 2018 housing market to look very similar to 2017, which was characterized by low inventory and high prices. However with the recent passage of the tax bill, some experts are anticipating prices won’t rise nearly as fast because of the new law. Others say it will help first-time home buyers… Read More ›
For the 5th consecutive year, Oregon ranks in the top 3 most popular states for relocation, finishing second in 2017. Our beautiful state held first place from 2013-2015 before falling to third in 2016. The Mountain and Pacific West regions continue to be a big draw, as Idaho fills the 3rd spot and Washington comes… Read More ›
Home prices in Oregon are still climbing, although not quite at the rate they have been. The following article from Oregon Business Magazine gives a great description of the current market and how things look going forward. You can see the full article here. Housing prices continue to rise, but slowly According to the Federal… Read More ›
As Rick touched on in our last Spokesman article, the Wilsonville Real Estate Market is shifting. In 2016 sellers could expect their home to receive multiple offers in the first week. In 2017, many homes are taking much longer to find the right buyer. Rick expands below: Recent months have seen a slight shift in… Read More ›
Has researching the value of your home left you scratching your head? In The Laue Team’s most recent Wilsonville Spokesman article, Principal Broker Rick Brainard shares the risks of relying on online sources like Zillow’s “Zestimate” to calculate the true value of your home: With its introduction in 2006, Zillow changed the way the public… Read More ›
Most homeowners have some concerns when it comes to hiring home improvement professionals. Some are afraid of overpaying, some worry that they’re hiring an unqualified professional, and others wonder about the character of the individuals they’re inviting into their homes. Asking these ten questions can help alleviate all of these concerns. 1. How long have… Read More ›
Give your home a once-over and tend to winter preparation tasks and repairs before the year’s first frost. “Getting the exterior of the home ready for the cold winds, snow and ice is critical for keeping Old Man Winter out and keeping it warm and toasty inside,” says Reggie Marston, president of Residential Equity Management… Read More ›
We have seen a double digit growth in Portland housing market in 2015 and 2016. In 2015, the home value here has increased about 17% and so far in 2016, it has increased nearly 13% since January according to Zillow. Many potential home buyers and sellers wonder what the real estate market will look like… Read More ›