Buying a home with less-than-perfect credit Just because your credit score isn’t ideal doesn’t mean you can’t finance a home. Consider...

According to the real estate data firm CoreLogic, it pays to be a homeowner. Over the past year, the average equity in a home with a...

77% of Americans agree it’s a good time to sell Escalating home prices Two other key factors in neighborhood preference are its proximity...

The 36 percent rule is a guideline for consumers to help determine how much money they can comfortably spend on monthly debt payments,...

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If you’re considering getting a home equity loan or home equity line of credit (HELOC), make sure you understand how the tax rules have...

How to pull off a neutral room A neutral decorating scheme can create a beautiful, serene space. Neutrals are also flexible, making it...

It’s hard to deny the charm of gathering around warm, flickering flames to read a book or share stories with your family. Fireplaces tend...

Ready to refresh a bedroom in your home? Here are five steps to get the process headed in the right direction. Choose a color scheme....

Traditionally, most sellers shy away from listing their homes in November or December. Some buyers, however, need to make a quick...

The 36 percent rule is a guideline for consumers to help determine how much money they can comfortably spend on monthly debt payments,...

The next time you find yourself procrastinating about decision-making, ask yourself these questions to help you reach a conclusion...

The current economy, market demand and human emotion all factor into setting the right asking price for your home. In a strong seller’s...

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Wash full loads of dishes and clothes. Air-dry dishes, sheets and lightweight clothing, whenever possible. Use timers and motion sensors...

What happens when a buyer and seller agree on a price, but then the lender’s appraisal comes back lower than the agreed-upon amount?...

Regular maintenance on your home gives you peace of mind and keeps your resale value strong. Putting some energy into seasonal and...

While some people prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of urban living, sometimes suburbs are not rural enough for their lifestyles....

Portland proper is getting more  and more expensive to buy into. We have many surrounding ares that you might be interested in with short...

August Residential Highlights The Portland metro area saw more mixed activity in August, but new listings were up compared with August...