Oh look, another article hammering the fact that Portland is heavily enmeshed in a strong seller’s market. I am sorry. It is not for lack of things to write about, but offering advice to “stay strong” and “the right house will choose you” gets really old. Buyers are tired of hearing it, especially those buyers […]
Sellers: How to Prepare for a Photo and Video Shoot
Photos are the single most important tool to bring buyers to your home. Although the Portland real estate market is a strong seller’s market at the moment, that does not mean that sellers should skimp on their strongest marketing tool when listing their home for sale. While many of us REALTORS® possess tips and tricks […]
Prioritizing Pets in Real Estate Listings
When I find a spare minute (or 90 of them), I do enjoy getting lost down the many rabbit holes of Pinterest. I’m always on the hunt for home improvement inspiration. Or pet-related inspiration. And sometimes, on truly magical days, I find both. The latest DIY obsession, er, project that we are kicking around here […]
14 Home Staging Tips to Sell Your Home
Staging presents all of the possibilities of a home rather than a glimpse into the lives of the people who are trying to sell it. Let me state up front that I am a fan of using a staging company for most listings. Whether you decide to go with a professional staging company or do […]
Determining Your Home’s Listing Price
If you are considering selling your home, the primary question in your mind is likely, “What can I get for it?” Well wonder no more. As a licensed REALTOR®, I can help you pinpoint your listing price by (1) understanding your goals, (2) touring and reviewing your home, and (3) preparing a Competitive Market Analysis […]
Remote Home Tour: The Future is Here, Virtually
In a recent blog post, I provided my 12 tips for surviving the home tour experience. It contemplates the typical scenario wherein we drive around together tackling a list of properties in search of “the one.” It is exhausting and exhilarating and exactly the way to go when you are here and able to tour […]
8 Tips for Getting the Highest Appraisal Possible for Your Home
Many sellers want to know what, if anything, they can do to ensure that their home appraises for the highest value possible in the current market. Sure they have a terrific offer on the table, but what if the appraised value of the home does not meet the offer price? Will the buyer be able […]
Do Home Buyer Letters Make a Difference?
I was recently asked at an open house what I think about home buyer letters. Are they required? Do they make a difference? My answer: sometimes. It depends on the market, the seller, and how badly you want the house. In this current market, get to writing. Houses are moving quickly, and there are not […]
House Hunting Survival Guide
Congratulations. You have graduated from “just looking” online at houses for sale to actually stepping through the front door of one. Or two. Or fifteen. You have hopefully been pre-approved by a lender, and you are ready to start experiencing inventory in person with a Realtor® you know and trust. Hey, I know one of […]
Should I Rent or Should I Buy?
It is a common question posed to most real estate professionals, mortgage professionals, grocery store clerks, strangers occupying the seat next to you on the bus, or even your coffee barista. Usually the answer will vary depending on whose opinion you seek. Some people may even have a financial interest in whether or not you […]