One reason buying or selling a home is different than other transactions is because with real estate, egos are sometimes involved. We often hear about the importance of ‘curb appeal,’ or making a home look good from the street. Yet the ‘curb appeal’ that could be a deal-maker or deal-breaker in your next real estate transaction might be as simple as ‘curbing your own ego.’ Curious? Find out more…in this insightful real estate podcast. When store shopping, most of us know what we want. The list can look different, too. For some, it might be milk, eggs and butter. The list for others may includ ..read more

As we navigate through the 2020 Coronavirus environment, it’s helpful to know that pandemics can provide a unique home buying opportunity. That’s because market disruptions frequently propel motivated home sellers to action. Yet outbreaks like the Covid-19 virus don’t automatically favor home buyers. So what’s the real scoop on buying a home during the Covid-19 pandemic? Do home buyers have more, or less of an influence in today’s real estate transactions…and what should you know if you’re thinking about home buying as Coronavirus dominates the news? Find out more…in this helpful Oregon real e ..read more

When confronting the prospects of selling an Oregon home given the current pandemic climate, a common question asked of Realtors is “What’s ahead? Is Oregon’s real estate climate likely to get better, get worse, or stay the same?” Find out more in this helpful Oregon real estate podcast episode ..read more

There are literally dozens of questions homesellers can have upon receiving an offer. Some common questions are: Is the first offer usually the best one?  Should I make a counteroffer? What costs will I have? How long will my property be off the market before closing? How are Realtors and my existing home loan paid? Click here to learn answers to these important questions and much more in this helpful podcast & feature article ..read more

A common homeseller question is ‘How much will it cost to sell my home?’ As with the sale of anything, there are a few factors to consider. For real estate, these factors can include a Realtor commission, plus items like title insurance, escrow and recording fees. There are other costs, too, like the ‘hassle factor’ and moving expenses. Thinking about selling your home? Click here to find out what you need to know in this informative podcast & feature article titled ‘How Much Will It Cost to Sell My Home ..read more

Compared to the life of famed superspy James Bond, buying or selling Oregon real estate is dull and dreary, right? Au contraire. You might be surprised to see how such a  comparison actually sizes up. Not So Mundane, After All How could Oregon real estate’s seemingly routine tasks possibly compare to the life and adventures of ultra-suave Agent 007? Initially, it seems like a ridiculous question. Of course Bond’s life is far more treacherous, risky and ‘on the edge,’ right? As we’ll soon learn, not exactly. Buyers and sellers of Oregon real estate have a lot more in common with the famous ..read more

Simultaneous/Consecutive Home Transactions Selling one home and buying another are frequently linked activities. Click here or on the ‘play’ button below for the audio version of this presentation about how to minimize the bother and maximize your effectiveness when simultaneously home buying and home selling. https://certifiedrealty.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Dancing-The-Two-Transaction-Tango.mp3 We’ll also examine options to help decide if simultaneous or consecutive real estate transactions may be best for you. TimingThe singular act of buying or selling a home is often the forem ..read more

Regardless of the kind of market you find yourself in when buying your next home, there are key tactics buyers can use to make the process both more successful and considerably less stressful. What are these key homebuying tactics and how can they help you successfully navigate to your next purchase? Find out in this edition of the Oregon Real Estate Podcast. 5 Winning Homebuyer Tactics for Any Market - Download This Episode          ‘The Thinker’ by Rodin How Homesellers Think There are plenty of factors that can influence how sellers think.  Among the most imp ..read more

One frequent Oregon real estate question is ‘What’s an acre worth?’ When you think about it, this question is not so different than ‘What’s a car worth?,’ since in each situation there are variables. With a car, the mileage and condition are very important to arrive at an accurate value. Land, too has unique variables. What are these variables and as an Oregon property buyer or seller, what is it that you may need to know? Click here or on the ‘play’ button below for the audio podcast presentation of this article. https://certifiedrealty.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Whats-An-Oregon-Acre-Wor ..read more

Overview:Dealing with stigmatized properties can be unforgettable to both real estate agents and their clients. Also known as ‘tainted’ real estate among other monikers, the issue of stigmatized property can be very important for Oregon home buyers and home sellers. ‘…that long black cloud is comin’ down, I feel like I’m knockin’ on heaven’s door…’  Bob Dylan Hear the podcast edition of this article by clicking the ‘play’ button below, or click here. https://certifiedrealty.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Oregon-Real-Estate-Podcast-Stigmatized-Properties.mp3 Every experienced Realtor has ..read more