Why You Should Buy Ugly and Sell Cute
We’ve all heard the saying, “Love at first sight,” right? Well, when it comes to buying homes, it’s not always that straightforward. Yes, the property you buy is going to be your sanctuary, that spot where you kick off your shoes and unwind after a long day — you should love it! But it’s also […]
Ready, Set, Reno: Preparing Yourself for a Fixer-Upper Journey
Virgo season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a blog allllll about the relentless pursuit of perfection? That’s right, we’re diving into the world of fixer-uppers! Today, we’re exploring a few sage pieces of advice from my fixer-upper aficionado friend, Perry Eising (@perrysetgo). From how to save a pretty penny […]
How I Used a HELOC Loan To Move Into a New House
Strategically utilizing my HELOC is what made me go from barely getting along to really getting ahead in life. That’s why I’m hella passionate about this type of home loan as a real estate investing tool. Our goal here is to provide a helpful guide to demystify HELOCS and make them less scary. We cover the basics of HELOCs as well as how I used mine to put a downpayment on my second home.
4 Key Insights on the Current Oregon Real Estate Market — Buyers, This Is Your Time!
Have no fear! It’s not all doom and gloom on the real estate market front.
The Change in Loan Limits for 2021 is a BIG Deal for Buyers. Here’s Why.
New loan limits for 2021 have recently been announced, and I’ve got some great news for hopeful Portland home buyers! Right now (it’s December of 2020), conforming loans for the Portland area is at $510,400. (It is the same for much of the U.S., but not everywhere… it is determined by county). Starting January 1, […]
“I’m Thinking About Buying A House…”
When I hear someone even whisper “I’m Thinking About Buying A House…” I want to look them straight in the eyes and say, “Hold up.” If I could get my potential buyers to take one – and only one – piece of advice when it comes to buying their first home, it is literally to […]
