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Costs of Holding Onto An Inherited House in Portland

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So, you have inherited a house. While this may sound exciting  (and can come with benefits), other times, the reality is less than a pleasure. The truth is that you have inherited expenses along with the house. Well-intentioned loved ones all too often leave their property in their will to beneficiaries who are already struggling … Continued

Selling Secrets Used By Real Estate Investors in Portland

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Thinking about selling an investment property? As with any business endeavor, having an exit plan in place for your real estate investment is an essential ingredient to success. The exit strategy for a property is best laid out at the time of purchase and all the while keeping an eye on the market and making … Continued

5 Drawbacks Homeowners Face When Hiring an Agent in Portland

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As with any critical business decision, it is important that you see all of your alternatives – that means identifying every possible courses of actions and evaluating their advantages and disadvantages – before making any decision. In the same way with home selling, it is worth the time to assess whether to hire a real … Continued

Why Won’t My House Sell In Portland?

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You have been trying to sell a Portland, OR house and it isn’t selling. What to do? The news reports the tight Portland, OR real estate market that keeps heating up. The media is practically shouting over and over again about high demand/low inventory, super-competitive multiple offers, and record-setting housing prices. So why won’t my … Continued

Foreclosure notice of default in OR– what does it mean?

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If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what it means, please keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has an interest … Continued

The State of the Market for Buyers in Portland, OR

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Is it still a buyer’s market today in Portland? As local experts, we get asked this question a lot. Unfortunately, the answer is not a simple yes or no. First and foremost, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family homes in great locations that are priced well have been flying off the … Continued

How to Find a Good Real Estate Agent in Portland, OR

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Finding a good real estate agent in Portland can be daunting. So what are the steps on picking the right real estate agent who fit your needs? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the Yellow … Continued

What is a Pre-Foreclosure in Portland?

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With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Portland anyway? Many homeowners across America and Portland are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will … Continued

How to Avoid Foreclosure in Portland

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While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Portland] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued

How to Sell Your House to an Investor in Portland, OR

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Home ownership just isn’t what it was like back in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. How things have changed now. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the frame of mind that they … Continued

Selling Your Home During a Divorce in Portland

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If you are wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home while going through a divorce in Portland, OR, this article assesses some of the steps and things to look out for to ensure a smooth transaction for everyone. While a divorce is one of the most stressful and emotionally charged life events, … Continued