Curate Your Collection Finding art for large walls doesn’t have to be difficult or terribly expensive. The key to a composed gallery wall is finding a balance between the subject, the actual art, the framing, and the space. Curate your collection to make the biggest impact. The subject or the art itself can be anything from […]

Ok so you are ready to jump into homeownership. What are the upfront costs involved when buying a home? Earnest Money The first upfront cost that you will need to cover is the Earnest Money. This is a deposit made to a seller that represents your good faith to purchase a home. It is typically […]

Golden Rule You can never get in trouble for over-disclosing! Yes, Sellers- you must disclose everything that you know about your property and home when completing the Sellers Property Disclosures in Oregon. The more you tell the buyer, the better. I promise! The Seller’s Property Disclosure is a document that all sellers in Oregon must […]

Buying a home is such a big decision. Finding the right one can be a lot of work. Every buyer has a unique situation. Each seller has a certain set of requirements and needs. Market conditions vary. No two home negotiations will ever be the same BUT there are definitely things that all buyers can […]

To all of our wonderful clients and friends, We hope you are all well and staying safe. In this ever-changing landscape that we are finding ourselves in the midst of, we wanted to be sure that we were communicating with all of you on how we are adjusting and continuing to work on your behalf.  […]

What is a home warranty? Home warranties are actually service contracts that can be purchased to protect homeowners against unexpected home appliance and system repairs. They are good for a certain period of time, normally one year. Home warranties are renewable after the initial contract period.  Although these service contracts are pretty common in today’s […]

Hey friends! It’s 10:52 pm on Saturday, March 21st, 2020 and we are all in the midst of trying to navigate our way through the COVID-19. I am thinking about a delicious baked french toast recipe. I think it will be perfect for our Sunday brunch tomorrow. I have all of our girls home and […]

Understanding Your Credit Score Take a close look at your credit score before you begin your search to buy a house. Are you a first-time homebuyer? Maybe you are looking to purchase up or to downsize. Your credit score and buying a house go hand in hand. You should have a basic understanding of your […]

Weekend Breakfast- The Perfect Omelet I’m a sucker for a big breakfast on the weekend.  To me, nothing beats a late start because they do not come often, and a big feast early-ish with my family is such a treat! Looking for something delicious to make this weekend? How about the perfect omelet? This one […]