The Goché Guide to Holiday Gifting
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 […]
Enter: Stage Right
I love it when you can back up a hunch with stone cold data, and the stats don’t lie: staging a listing bumps those final sales prices. I can hear some of you saying, “Duh, Lauren, I’ve binged all 5 seasons of Selling Sunset in one weekend, I know how valuable a home stage is”, […]
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
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 […]
Sniffing Out the Perfect Home for Your Dog
Let’s be honest—if your dog had a say in the matter, they’d probably be the ones picking out your next home. And why not? After all, they’re the ones who’ll be spending their days chasing squirrels, napping in sunspots, and making sure every corner of the yard is thoroughly sniffed. I’ve had folks tell me […]
The Hidden Burden of Money Shame & 6 Steps To Overcome It
It’s time to get real here (not that we don’t always ;)) I want to talk about something we all deal with but rarely discuss: money shame. Recently on Instagram, I had a fantastic conversation with my friend Renee Spears, former mortgage broker turned spiritual mentor, who has helped me tremendously with my own financial […]
