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May 2012 Portland Metro Real Estate Update!!!

May18
Leonard Cohen - "Hallelujah"   May 2012 Portland Metro Real Estate Update!! Hallelujah!!  x2 might I add!! Not only do we have sunshine in the greater Portland metro area but we are having some kind of frenzy in our real estate world.  We've been watching this progress through March and April.  The continued shortage of "good inventory", pricing diminished by the last few years of financial unrest, the obvious resurgence of faith in our local economy combined with the low, low interest rates have pulled home buyers back into the marketplace.  This is producing many multiple … Read More

I See the Light!

February23
"I See the Light" from Tangled Reprinted from ARA Content, with good information regarding light bulbs from one of my favorite mortgage brokers, Rodd Miller at Pacific Residential Mortgage.  Who knew we'd need a guide for light bulbs? Lumens, CFLs and LEDs: A light bulb guide for new regulations (ARA) - You've probably been hearing the talk of federal light bulb regulations for years, but in January 2012, the talk will become reality, and these regulations will begin to take effect. While California residents began the transition in January 2011, the federally mandated phase-out of les… Read More

I Need a Job……..

January24
"I Need this Job" from A Chorus Line. yeah...that's right!  I NEED a job!!  And, I'm not just referring to the fact that in a real estate career, you wake up every morning looking for your next job.  I'm referring to a deep requirement for that feeling of accomplishment and fulfillment. I've always been a hard worker, nose-t0-the-grindstone and all that jazz.  In the last few years I've been giving myself the gift of more travel.  And, it IS a gift!  I've always had a sense of adventure and have enjoyed new experiences but I've had the recent luxury of getting away more.  And, I… Read More

Make This the Safe-est, Funn-est Holiday Ever!!

December21
Coldplay - "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" Stay safe this holiday season and enjoy time with family and friends!  Inspect all of your decorations and electrical lighting before using them. While you're enjoying the holidays this year, it's important to pay attention to some of the things that may affect your safety.  It's not rocket science, but worth a reminder every year!!! Extension cords should not be placed under the carpet or rugs or bundled together which could cause overheating. Limit three standard size sets of lights to a single extension cord. Consider using … Read More
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