by Paul Johnson | Sep 30, 2013 | Buyer Tips
Real estate has a language of its own, and I don’t just mean phrases like closing costs, short sales and foreclosures. What I’m talking about are buzz words used to advertise Portland homes for sale. When you understand the typical meaning of these code words, you’ll...
by Paul Johnson | Aug 1, 2013 | Buyer Tips
Today’s market is changing rapidly. Info and strategies that were necessary just a month ago are no longer relevant. Figuring out how much to offer for the Portland real estate you want to buy can lead to sleepless nights. You don’t want to offer too little and...
by Paul Johnson | Jul 25, 2013 | Buyer Tips
Is a Portland Home Warranty Worth the Cost? A home warranty is an insurance policy for a buyer who purchases a home that has some older features that may break down in the first year. It is also a great idea for Portland home purchases where the buyer does not know...
by Paul Johnson | Jun 3, 2013 | Buyer Tips, Living Urban
3 Reasons to Have Your Portland Home Built With Sustainable Design Some potential homeowners just don’t want a pre-lived in Portland home. They’d rather have their house built to their own specifications. They want a home that fits their needs exactly. If this is you,...
by Paul Johnson | May 30, 2013 | Buyer Tips
Why Get Pre-approved for a Portland Home Loan? There are a few things you can do to make the process of buying a new Portland home easier and faster. Getting pre-approved for financing is one of them. Here are four advantages of loan pre-approval: REALTORS® Take You...
by Paul Johnson | May 29, 2013 | Buyer Tips
Things You Should Consider When Buying Portland Homes Many home buyers walk into prospective Portland homes with an “as is” attitude. They fail to consider that the home sellers may be willing to make repairs or updates in order to get the home sold. This...
