by Paul Johnson | Mar 22, 2013 | Market Trends
Portland Real Estate Lingo 101 Do you know how closing costs actually work? Or, how you’d use CMAs (comparative market analysis) to evaluate Portland real estate? And, can you decipher all of the abbreviations and acronyms, such as FDR, HOA dues and MLS. Purchasing a...
by Paul Johnson | Mar 6, 2013 | Seller Tips
Portland Real Estate: 5 Pricing Myths Debunked There are a few misconceptions about how to set the sales price for your Portland real estate. Here are five common pricing myths and the reality behind them. Myth #1: It’s OK to test a high price on your Portland real...
by Paul Johnson | Feb 27, 2013 | Buyer Tips
4 Surprising Reasons to Buy Portland Real Estate Now You already know all the usual reasons agents and other experts think now is a good time to buy Portland real estate. Here are 4 reasons to buy Portland real estate now that just might surprise you: Homes are in...
by Paul Johnson | Dec 12, 2012 | Buyer Tips, Seller Tips
Choosing a Portland real estate agent can be a very imposing task. This person is responsible for finding your new home or selling your current home, guiding you through the home inspection process and negotiating a good price and terms. These are important tasks...
by Paul Johnson | Dec 7, 2012 | Buyer Tips
Buying Portland Real Estate – You Did WHAT? Buying a home used to be celebrated. It was a sign of growing up and “getting somewhere.” Yet, tell someone you bought Portland real estate now days and you might just get wide eyes and a gasped, “You did WHAT?” If you’re...