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We all scream for Ice Cream!

Oreo stuffed ice cream sandwiches have summer written all over them. If this sweet and easy recipe doesn't tempt you there is not much that will. With temperatures soaring and kids getting restless, try this little gem to brighten the day! We just want to sweeten life for you a little bit today! https://youtu.be/3naGduYgqdQ   …

Buying Versus Renting

Buying Is Now 26.3% Cheaper Than Renting in the US The results of the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia show that homeownership remains cheaper than renting, with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage, in 98 of the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. In the six years that Trulia has conducted this study, this is the first …

Homer Davenport Parade!

It's almost parade time and BST is getting ready to march ahead! We want to be a part of the fun so look for us on Saturday morning August 4th at 10:00am! We will be throwing goodies, honoring veterans and supporting Active Heroes. We can't wait to see all those happy faces! See ya at …

Getting the best price for your home!

Selling Your Home? Here’s 2 Ways to Get the Best Price! Every homeowner wants to make sure that 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 ways to ensure that you get the highest price possible. 1. …

Home Town Tradition

Home town traditions run deep in Silverton. For as long as I can remember Silverton's Homer Davenport Days has been the highlight of the year. Growing up near the park, I remember braving hot pavement in my bare feet so as not to miss a second of the festivities. The magic that is in the …

Don’t Miss The Demand!

Rising Interest Rates Have Not Dampened Demand The demand is still higher than the supply! Since the beginning of the year, mortgage interest rates have risen over a half of a percentage point (from 3.95% to 4.52%), according to Freddie Mac. Even a small rise in interest rates can greatly impact a buyer’s monthly mortgage payment. First American recently released …

Fun Food Friday!

It's Fun Food Friday! https://youtu.be/nB6z51CU7Ks It's Fun Food Friday! If your home has become a summer feeding frenzy and you need some new ideas to spice up your Friday night check this out! Sometimes by Friday the crazy pace of the week catches up with you and you go brain dead. Well we want to …

Client Appreciation 2018 is a Wrap!

Clients are everything in our line of business and we sure love showing our gratitude with our yearly Client Appreciation bash! From the live music to the baby back ribs to Belgian Underground Beer on tap we were set for fun! All we needed was our clients to make for a perfect evening. Thank you …

The most BANG from 4th of July!

July Fourth is nearly here and you are gonna want to know what is happening about town. We put together some of the main events happening near Silverton so you can live it up America style! I am so proud to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave! This …

Caught in the act….of kindness!

  Caught in the act of kindness! Carter and Kiara know what community means! They showed up in a big way to help a child! Way to go you two! Enjoy the ice cream!!! The Silverton Police Department is still on the look out to "Catch em doin something right!" So, be ready! An act …

Can Appraisers Keep Up With Home Prices?

Homeowners & Appraisers See the Most Eye-to-Eye on Price in 3 Years In today’s housing market, where supply is very low and demand is very high, home values are increasing rapidly. Many experts are projecting that home values could appreciate by another 5% (or more) over the next twelve months. One major challenge in such a market …

Open House Blow Out by BST!

We are gonna blow the HOUSES wide OPEN Sat, June 23rd and Sun, June 24th. We have 6 fabulous properties to showcase and would love to have you come by and check them out! Here is the line up so you can plan ahead! Just click the pictures below for property details and pictures. Have …

Clean, Green Shampoo Bar Machine!

Think Green!   There is a new company making a green splash in the Willamette Valley! Silver Falls Sustainability Co. Locally owned and operated by Garron Lamoreau, also a school teacher at Butte Creek Elementary in Silverton and married to our very own BST Agent Rebekka Lamoreau! When asked why he started Silver Falls Sustainability Co. …

4 Steps to Accepted!

4 Steps to Follow When Presenting an Offer in Today’s Market! Make an offer so it can be accepted. So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you’ve finally found it! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want to make sure that you make a …

Everything’s Coming Up Brittney!

https://youtu.be/YJ4JAE6DN1s Everything is coming up Brittney! So many times those that deserve the most recognition work quietly behind the scenes. They complete the tasks that make life move smoothly along without a hitch. This is only one aspect of Brittney Black but something that many may not know. Brittney makes being an agent at BST …

Here’s Johnny’s!….Barber Shop!

There are few landmarks as iconic as Johnny's Barber Shop in Silverton. It is as if time pushed the pause button both inside and out of Johnny's shop, but the hair cuts are cutting edge. https://youtu.be/4IJOTHCC_Uk The Barber shop at 204 Oak st. has been a Silverton establishment for 48 years. Johnny Moye purchased it …

Buy Now For More POWer!

How Current Interest Rates Can Have a High Impact on Your Purchasing Power According to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage are currently at 4.61%, which is still near record lows in comparison to recent history! The interest rate you secure when buying a home not only greatly impacts your …

Live Local!

Local Living! What better way to live and shop local than to Live Local Marketplace & Cafe! Silverton's cozy corner for all things local and some pretty tasty brew! This little shop will invite you to come in and sit and have a fresh crepe or gluten free muffin with an amazing cup of Joe! …

Supply the Demand!

Don’t Wait to Sell Your House! Buyers Are Out Now Recently released data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) suggests that now is a great time to sell your home. The concept of ‘supply & demand’ reveals that the best price for an item is realized when the supply of that item is low and the demand …

What to expect when your inspecting!

Home Inspections: What to Expect So you made an offer, it was accepted, and now your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Oftentimes, agents make your offer contingent on a clean home inspection. This contingency allows you to renegotiate the price you paid for the home, ask the sellers to cover …