If you're considering investing in real estate, Vancouver and Camas, Washington should be on your radar. These two cities offer a wealth of opportunities and hidden gems for both homebuyers and investors. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Vancouver and Camas boast stunning natural scenery, a thriving economy, and a strong sense of community. In this article, we will explore the real estate markets in Vancouver and Camas, highlighting the benefits of investing in these areas and providing valuable tips for finding your perfect property. Overview of the housing market in Vancouver and ..read more

Portland, Oregon, renowned for its vibrant culture, lush landscapes, and thriving urban scene, has always been a city of distinctive character. Beyond its charming aesthetics and eco-conscious lifestyle, Portland's real estate market pulsates with its own unique rhythm, shaped by a blend of factors ranging from environmental concerns to urban development initiatives. As a seasoned REALTOR deeply entrenched in Portland's dynamic real estate landscape, I'm here to unravel the complexities and nuances of the city's housing trends. Embracing Sustainability: Portland's Green Revolution Portlandians ..read more

Screenshot: Warner Bros. via CNET/CBS Interactive ChatGPT is blowing up the internet. Not surprisingly, it’s making a small splash into residential real estate, too. Agents are using it to write listing descriptions, language for addenda, and social media content. As well as, of course, blog articles. I’m sure everyone knows by now that ChatGPT is a natural language AI chatbot. You can interact with it by asking questions or giving it instructions. It then spits back what it thinks you want to hear, within the confines of it’s programming. No, it’s not gonna turn into Skynet anytime soon. It ..read more

I’m excited to be able to write another blog about the NW Natural Street of Dreams! My last blog about this preeminent (usually) yearly show was from 2019. (Check it out for lots of pics and design commentary.) Me riding the Cheese to the show. Unfortunately, a little virus known as COVID-19 derailed last year’s show. The 2020 SoD was supposed to take place in the new(ish) South Hillsboro neighborhood. Fortunately, there’s already been an SoD there so maybe we didn’t miss out on much. And, hey look, I have a blog from 2018 about it! Check it out and just pretend it was from last year :) I att ..read more

HELLO AGAIN AND A BIG THANK YOU TO MY CLIENTS! I know it’s been a while since my last blog. Sorry about that! I’ve been busier in the past half year than I have ever been in my working career. I have been fortunate to work with absolutely fabulous clients this year and I cannot thank them enough for trusting me to help them with their listings and purchases. Since COVID-19 hit big in spring of 2020, I have been continually amazed at the resilience of people in the Portland metro area. Whether my clients were moving in or moving out, moving up or moving down… they all were confident (if not a ..read more

You’ve got a house. You’re adult enough to know that you’ve got more style than white walls and beige carpet. Decisions need to be made. But, you’re wondering, “What if I want to sell in a few years? Should I think about what buyer’s want more than my own taste?” I’m a Realtor. I bet you think I’ll say, “Absolutely! Consider what buyer’s want when making design and remodel decisions!” Well, you’re… partially right! I firmly believe that, unless you are making choices SOLELY based on wanting to “flip” the house, then you should be guided more by your own sense of style than by what you (or you ..read more

*Note: This article is expressly focusing on the Portland real estate market, which is impossible to talk about without also talking about the pandemic. BUT, this article is not specifically about COVID-19. It’s about the real estate market. We’re all suffering from the fallout of COVID-19 in some way, whether that is physical, financial, mental, emotional, or a mix of all of the above. Let’s keep doing our best to resist this thing so we can make it through to the other side when a vaccine and/or reliable, effective treatments are available. A Portland Area Market Update Time flies… except M ..read more

I tried to find an arm wrestling pic with someone who looked like me, but I guess for some reason stock photos don’t think women arm wrestle. There are often 2-3 main points of negotiation during the home purchase process (with loads of potential minor negotiation points in between). The first is when a buyer and their Realtor put together an offer on a home, which basically opens up negotiations. The second is during the home inspection period. The third can sometimes occur after appraisal. This blog will focus on inspection negotiations and different routes a buyer can take to get a good de ..read more

I haven’t written in a few weeks because, phew! It’s been a very busy January/February. One of the hottest winter markets in recent history. Time to analyze this market! But, I’ve also held off knowing that the only topic worth writing about would be a market update, and given the volatility and headlines of the past few weeks, anything I wrote would almost instantly be outdated. The past few days saw a slew of things happen that hammer home how serious this novel coronavirus, referred to as COVID-19, really is. Oregon has now banned public gatherings of 250 or more, although it wouldn’t be s ..read more

Disclaimer: Design is incredibly subjective. I mention a few personal preferences in this article just for fun but I’m 100% focusing on trends from a real estate perspective. I’m NOT focusing on trends from a designer’s perspective. What that means is that I’m not looking at what’s on the cutting edge, what’s coming up, and what might become popular. I’m looking at what is popular now. (For instance, a designer might tell you that rustic looks are out, but on the ground buyers still love rustic accents.) To check out some hot, new trends from the design world, take a look at a few highlights ..read more