Your First House Isn’t Your Forever House

There’s a good reason why it’s called a “starter home”. It is because your first house isn’t your forever house. It allows you to learn and make mistakes, and realize that life changes. You change. Your city changes, your needs change.  And that is probably why, statistically, people nowadays stay in these “starter homes” for […]

Self-employed? Here’s How to Buy a House

Self-employed mortgage

Ah, self-employment… The joy and opportunity of being your own boss and setting your own hours are endless. As a self-employed person myself, I wouldn’t change it for the world. However, there is one downside that often gets pushed under the rug: buying a house when you’re self-employed is freaking hard! A lot has changed […]

The Goché Guide to Holiday Gifting

Portland Holiday Gift Guide

Ah, the holidays—a time for gathering, giving, and just a little bit of chaos. This year, I’m juggling decking the halls and remodeling my kitchen (because, you know, why not add a little extra spice to the season?). And because I’m all about making gift-giving feel personal, meaningful, and unapologetically Portland, I turned to my […]

Thinking Beyond Portland? I Know Just the Right People!

Got someone in your life—or maybe even you—who needs a great real estate agent, even if they’re miles away? I’ve got you covered! Whether it’s your parents eyeing a beach bungalow, your best friend diving into their first home, a cousin with big-city dreams, or you just feeling ready for something new, I’ll connect you […]

When Divorce Happens In Real Estate

How Divorce Affects Real Estate

Divorce. Not exactly a word anyone wants to see on the same page as “real estate.” But hey, life’s messy, right? When relationships end, the home you built together is often caught in the middle. So, what do you do when you’re faced with both heartbreak and homeownership? Well, that’s where my good friend, the […]