Tag Archive: real estate
It’s no secret that the real estate market tends to slow during the winter. The holidays are busy, families are traveling, and poor weather makes viewing homes an unpleasant experience. However, a slow market is not always a bad thing. Just this month we have seen many of our own listings go pending that had… Read More ›
Generally it is thought that Spring is the best time to buy, as the market is flooded with new listings. However, the following article reveals that Fall is the sweet spot for high inventory and low prices, which is exactly what first time home buyers need! Check out the article here.
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 ›
Homeowner Associations are an important fixture in most neighborhoods. But many homeowners don’t understand how they work or what purpose they serve. This article provides some helpful insight and ideas in order to get more involved in your neighborhood’s association: Homeowner associations were created to provide a governing body for residential developments to make decisions… Read More ›
One of the biggest hurdles to purchasing a home is coming up with enough money for a down payment. This is no easy task, as the median price for a home in Wilsonville is $490,000. A 5% down payment on a home of that price is $24,500. Not exactly chump change! In order to save… Read More ›
In Oregon, the housing market is slowing down creating more balance between buyers and sellers. Many homeowners are looking at 2016’s numbers and expecting their home to sell for top dollar in less than week. However, the reality is that in 2017 buyers are taking much more time to find the right home before making… Read More ›
Buying your first home is a thrilling experience, but it can also be terrifying if you are not properly prepared. Many first time buyers rush into home-buying without doing proper research and often find themselves disappointed and discouraged. It is important to start by being fully educated on all of the snags and snares that… 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 ›
You might have noticed a familiar face in the local paper recently! The Laue Team is very fortunate to have had an article in the Wilsonville Spokesman. As these articles are released in print we will include them on our blog for anyone who is not subscribed to the Spokesman. Enjoy this recent article addressing… Read More ›
You might have noticed a familiar face in the local paper recently! The Laue Team is very fortunate to have had an article in the Wilsonville Spokesman. As these articles are released in print we will include them on our blog for anyone who is not subscribed to the Spokesman. Enjoy this recent article… Read More ›
This week we are proud to be highlighting one of our very own, Nic Wilson. Nic’s knowledge of Woodburn comes through over a decade of public service as a Detective Sergeant with the Woodburn Police Department. Check out the following from the Woodburn Independent: Nic Wilson is now serving the Woodburn community in a… Read More ›
If you’re considering a move to Portland, you’ve probably heard how great it is to live in the City of Roses. With a vibrant outdoor culture, a hip food scene and great proximity to beaches and mountains, Portland has become a desirable destination for homeowners. But before loading up your moving truck and hitting… Read More ›