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From Millionaires to Millennials- Buy don’t rent!

Millionaires To Millennials: Don’t Get Stuck Renting A Home… Buy One! In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that: “The biggest mistake millennials are making is not buying their first home.” He goes on to say that, “If you want to build real financial security, real wealth for your lifetime, then you need to buy a home.” …

Your saving may be enough!

One More Time… You Do Not Need 20% Down to Buy a Home. Is your saving enough? The largest obstacle renters face when planning to buy a home is saving for a down payment. This challenge is amplified by rising rents, which has eaten into the amount of money renters have leftover for savings each …

The Craft Of a Craftsman Style Home

Silverton is full of Craftsman You don't have to travel long or far to see some really gorgeous craftsman homes right here in Silverton. Here are a few gems encountered on just a short walk through the heart of town. Even in the winter grey of the Willamette Valley, these beauties shine.   According to …

Your Mortgage or your Landlord’s Mortgage?

Whose Mortgage Do You Want to Pay? Yours or Your Landlord’s? There are some people who haven’t purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. However, everyone should realize that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage. It is either yours or your landlord's. …

Super Bowl Super Snacks!

Super Bowl LIII Sunday is just a couple days away! Are you ready to snack it up football style? We are here to help with 21 game day party recipes you can wow your guest with! https://youtu.be/XxbCbzl1n90 21 top game day snacks for Super Bowl LIII! No matter who your team is, we can all …

New Versus Charm

Do You Prefer the Charm of an Existing Home? When homebuyers begin their research, they want to see all their available options! In many cases, they will include both new construction and existing homes in their search; but is a new construction home really the house of their dreams? What will charm them into buying? …

Roth’s, an Iconic Silverton Institution!

When you think of things iconic to Silverton, images of Boedies Drive Through, A & W  root beer floats, Homer Davenport Days and "Red Devil Hill" go through your mind. There are few businesses native to Silverton that have passed the test of time and still stand proudly serving their community like Roth's Fresh Market. Orville …

Buying A Vacation Property?

Buying A Vacation Property? Now Is A Good Time! Every year around this time, many homeowners begin the process of preparing their homes in case of extreme winter weather. Some others skip winter all together by escaping to their vacation homes in a warmer climate. For those homeowners staying at their first residence, AccuWeather warns: “The late-week …

Maximize Your Money!

Want to Maximize the Money from The Sale of Your Home? Use These 2 Tips! Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensure that you get the highest …

Woodburn Eats and so much more!

While Woodburn Oregon may get overlooked for places to go for leisure, it's cultural diversity lends it to some amazing Eats and Festivals! Woodburn boasts a bounty of different cultures that make it a unique and unexpected must visit destination.   https://youtu.be/j0fagBZI9eM The Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest is a huge highlight in the year drawing …

Put the Wealth back in your own pocket!

How to Simply Increase Your Family Wealth by Paying for Housing Everyone should realize that unless you are living somewhere rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s. Buying your own home provides you with a form of ‘forced savings’ that allows you to use your monthly housing costs to increase your family’s wealth. Every …

Interest rates interest you?

Where Are Interest Rates Headed in 2019? The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate, the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to know where rates are headed when deciding to start your home search. Below is …

Christmas in Silverton..a remarkable little hamlet we call home!

Christmas in Silverton; A Remarkable Little Hamlet We Call Home! One of the things we love best about real estate is bragging about our special little niche in the beautiful Willamette Valley to those who visit us with thoughts of moving. After all, Oregon is still the number one moving destination in the United States. …

Snow home this winter!

4 Reasons to Buy A Home This Winter! Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Insight report revealed that home prices have appreciated by 5.6% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will continue to increase at …

Celebrate Holidays With The “BEST”!

Celebrate! Come celebrate with the "BEST" team this Friday for Silverton's Tree Lighting! We have an amazing line up of Karaoke (provided by Immanuel Lutheran Church), Spin The Wheel, Hot Buttered Rum and prizes that include some Kindle Fires, and Echo Dots!!! You definitely need to jingle your way to our office before and after …

Holiday Selling Season!

7 Reasons to List Your House For Sale This Holiday Season Every year at this time there are many homeowners who decide to wait until after the holidays to list their homes for the first time, while others who already have their homes on the market decide to take them off until after the holidays. …

What’s New in New Construction?

5 Tips When Buying a Newly Constructed Home The lack of existing inventory for sale has forced many homebuyers to begin looking at new construction. When you buy a newly constructed home instead of an existing home, there are many extra steps that must take place. To ensure a hassle-free process, here are 5 tips …

First Friday Festivities!!

  Christmas festivities will be upon us in no time and Santa will be coming to town! As always we will have our amazing Spin The Wheel, treats and prizes, Photo Booth, and Karaoke! So, make sure you come see us for December 7th, 6-9 pm during First Friday. We will be here before and …

Facts V. Myths- Qualifying for a home loan!

2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers Qualifying for a home loan is not as difficult as many believe. Urban Institute recently released a report entitled, “Barriers to Accessing Homeownership: Down Payment, Credit, and Affordability,” which revealed that, “Consumers often think they need to put more money down to purchase a home than is actually required. In a 2017 survey, 68% of …

The Difference an Hour Can Make

The Difference 60 Minutes Will Make This Fall Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour this weekend, and while you are at it check out what happens in an hour in the housing market! Every 60 minutes in the US Housing Market:  596 Homes Sell 278 Homes Regain Positive Equity Median Home Values …