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Posted on 01/02/2022

Pros & Cons of Investing in Sweat Equity

If you’re thinking about buying a fixer-upper or are interested in flipping homes, it’s important to understand sweat equity. This concept has to do with the time and effort you put into improving a property. Because it’s not based on dollar amounts, it's difficult to calculate. However, there are major pros and cons to investing your time as...

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 12/26/2021

Why Knowing Fair Market Value Matters

There are many variables that make up the fair market value of a property. Because this value depends heavily on the environment and the property itself, it’s crucial in making sure you get the best buying or selling price. Here are some of the biggest things that fair market value affects: Insurance Homeowner’s insurance always uses the fair...

Fair Market Value

Home Buying

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Posted on 12/19/2021

How to Choose a Concrete Foundation Type for Your New Home

Designing a dream home involves making a lot of decisions. One of the earliest and most important decisions is the type of foundation. So what is the best type of foundation for your home? Finding the answer involves gaining a working knowledge about concrete slabs, crawl spaces and basements. Why Choose a Slab Foundation? Concrete slab foundations are...

Basement

Concrete

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Posted on 12/12/2021

Stick-Built Homes: 5 Things You Should Know About Them

When you have a house built on your land, this is known as a stick-built home. These homes are considered traditional compared to modular or prefabricated houses that are built elsewhere and transported to your property. If you’ve been thinking of having a stick built house constructed on your land, it’s important to learn as much about them...

Home

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Home Remodeling Finance Options

When you plan to do a few smaller remodeling projects, you might fit them into your budget easily and over time. However, larger or more complex home remodeling projects might be harder to afford. If you aren’t able to pay for these kinds of upgrades upfront, you can look into financing options. These options allow you to have...

HELOC

Home Equity

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Posted on 11/28/2021

Why You Should Expect Recording Fees to be Part of Your Closing Costs

Photo by Steve Buissinne via Pixabay There are a variety of different terms that you must become familiar with as you purchase a new home. You have to pay an application fee, underwriting fees, titles fees and more. But one that seems to leave many buyers scratching their heads is the recording fee. A recording fee is a...

Buying

Closing Costs

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Posted on 11/21/2021

Tips for Choosing the Best Lot for Your New Home

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Before you can select a floor plan for your new construction home, you have to find a good lot. In many ways, selecting the right one is often the most important decision you'll make during the construction process, so it's important to consider these aspects. Know the Perks of a Square Lot Homebuyers...

Development

New Construction

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Posted on 11/14/2021

Building in a Humid Climate? Here's What You Need to Know

Image by Bruno from Pixabay When building a new home, climate has the potential to affect every decision. The architecture and layout of your home, landscaping and features all need to be the best possible choices for the region you’re building in. While you always have some freedom, knowing the best practices for building homes in humid climates...

Airflow

Building Materials

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Posted on 12/12/2021

Another Property Sold - 21316 S Meadowridge CT, Oregon City, OR 97045

Stunning residence situated alongside Stone Creek Golf Course for those who favor luxury lifestyle both on and off the golf course! Bask in sweeping manicured views outlined with lush landscape, majestic fir trees, & a distant view of Mt. Hood. Open & bright floor plan with striking, custom architectural elements throughout. Rare opportunity to reside in this private, gated community. Click on "Video Tour #1" to view the video, and "Video Tour #2" to view more photos and...

Real Estate

Oregon City

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Posted on 12/09/2021

Another Property Sold - 15781 NW Clubhouse Dr, Portland, OR 97210

Luxury adult living in the highly sought after Claremont Golf Community. Two owner suites - one on main & second upstairs. Fabulous Great Room plan with vaulted ceilings, loft, gas fireplace, and private patio. Incredible setting backing to serene landscaped open space w/water feature and golf practice hole! Quiet street just a block from the clubhouse and...

Real Estate

Portland

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Posted on 12/02/2021

Another Property Sold - 17400 Se Pilgrim CT, Milwaukie, OR 97267

Charming split level in the Jennings Lodge neighborhood. This split level has lots of charm and natural light waiting for your personal touch! Large deck with a view and a big lot. Down stairs could be a mother in law suite or secondary living with its own...

Real Estate

Milwaukie

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Posted on 11/13/2021

Another Property Sold - 16575 Oaktree Ter, Oregon City, OR 97045

Escape to this Peacefully Situated, Move-in-Ready Home! Main level space includes Maple hardwood floors in entry, kitchen & dining, functional kitchen, patio access, open living room & spacious primary suite w/double sided fireplace. Lower level family room w/wet bar, pellet stove & sliding doors leading to backyard. Relax in the outdoor living space backed to private greenspace or bring your smores to gather around the firepit on a cool fall night. Fully fenced backyard. Oversized 3 car...

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