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What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a House?
When you’re thinking about buying a home, your credit score is one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle. Think of it like your financial report card that lenders look at when trying to figure out if you qualify, and which home loan will work best for you. As the Mortgage Report says: “Good credit scores communicate to... Read More
Clark County, Washington, Real Estate Market Update for July 2024
In July 2024, there were 797 new listings in Southwest Washington, which is a 3.9% increase from the 767 listed in July 2023, and a decrease of 4.7% from the 836 listed in June 2024. 610 pending sales last month show a 6.2% decrease from the 650 offers accepted in July 2023, and a decrease... Read More
Portland Metro Real Estate Market Update for July 2024
In July 2024, there were 2,905 new listings in the Portland, Oregon metro area, which is a 0.2% increase from the 2,899 listed in July 2023, and a decrease of 4.6% from the 3,044 listed in June 2024. 2,191 pending sales last month show a 2.1% increase from the 2,145 offers accepted in July 2023,... Read More
The Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now
The housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity at the same time the supply of homes for sale is growing. And if you aren’t working with an agent, you may not realize that. Here’s the downside. If you’re not informed, you can’t adjust your strategy or expectations to today’s market. And that can lead to a number of costly mistakes. Read More
Why a Foreclosure Wave Isn’t on the Horizon
Even though data shows inflation is cooling, a lot of people are still feeling the pinch on their wallets. And those high costs on everything from gas to groceries are fueling unnecessary concerns that more people are going to have trouble making their mortgage payments. But, does that mean there’s a big wave of foreclosures coming? Here’s... Read More
Why Your Asking Price Matters Even More Right Now
If you’re thinking about selling your house, here’s something you really need to know. Even though it’s still a seller’s market today, you can’t pick just any price for your listing. While home prices are still appreciating in most areas, they’re climbing at a slower pace because higher mortgage rates are putting a squeeze on buyer demand. At the same time, the supply... Read More
Clark County Real Estate Market Update for June 2024
Clark County Real Estate Market Update for June 2024 Read More
Portland Metro Real Estate Market Update for June 2024
Portland Metro Real Estate Market Update for June 2024 Read More
Homeowners Gained $28K in Equity over the Past Year
If you own a home, your net worth has probably gone up a lot over the past year. Home prices have been rising, which means you're building equity much faster than you might think. Read More
What To Do When Your House Didn’t Sell
If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, it’s totally natural to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. And as you’re working through that, you’re probably also wondering what went wrong and what you should do next. Read More