Infographic: Fun facts about me
Here's a new infographic, designed by my favorite graphic designer, Allison Schexnayder. I wanted a visual way to share my stats with potential clients, but in a personal and fun way. So, here I am!
Listing: 4714 NE Wistaria Drive
Come see this gorgeous, completely remodeled old Portland with high-end finishes and proximity to everything. Top-to-bottom remodel two years ago including new electrics, high-efficiency gas furnace, A/C, tankless hot water, roof, insulation, radon system, new sewer line and plumbing. Marble…
Listing: 3032 SE Tumblestone Drive
Beautiful, well-maintained and updated throughout, this Turner Creek traditional is move-in ready. Bamboo floors and a beautiful stamped concrete patio and large covered pergola set this home apart. New exterior and interior paint and large master suite with sitting area.…
Infographic:
Buying a home, step by step
The process of buying a house can be overwhelming. That's why I like this road map -- it illustrates in a helpful way how the process usually works, where your outs are and how to get to the finish line.…
Real Estate 101:
How do I get rid of my PMI?
Unless you're one of the lucky few who purchased your home with cash or a large down payment, you are likely paying PMI, or private mortgage insurance. Lenders require this on your mortgage when your loan-to-value ratio is any higher…
Listing: 935 NE 73rd Avenue
This charming NE Portland home offers open-concept living, plenty of space to spread out and all in a great location in the Montavilla neighborhood. Entertain guests in the large kitchen or outside on the deck. Quiet dead-end street and freeway…
Listing: 7812 N. Haven Avenue
This North Portland craftsman is in like-new condition. Tons of room to spread out with four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and lots of charm. Private fenced backyard, custom blinds and high-efficiency gas furnace. 2,103 square feet 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms…
Real Estate 101:
First-Time Buyers Class, Aug. 10
I'm teaching another first-time buyers class! If you fit into this category, I hope you'll be able to join me and Anette Sieverson from Pacific Residential Mortgage on August 10 from 2-4 in the afternoon. This class is very low-key.…
Real Estate 101:
How do I buy and sell at the same time?
This is the biggest conundrum my clients are facing today -- in a real estate market this tight (low inventory, homes selling within hours), what do you do if you're trying to sell your home and then buy another one?…
Real Estate 101:
First-time buyers, at a glance
Are you a first-time homebuyer, or thinking about dipping your toes in? I like this infographic from Doorsteps that shows demographic info for first-time buyers nationwide. I'm particularly interested in how people are scraping together their first down payment and…