Provided below are all our various reports covering almost every topic of home ownership.
These are mostly written by us but we have included special reports, written because of our invitation,
from leading experts in their fields. We did this in order to give you market fresh, unbiased
information from the most respected sources on the web. Consult an expert before taking any binding action.
As I sit in the office on this Wednesday morning, I am recapping the previous week to see if the much needed change has started to come upon us yet .. .. [PORTLAND ]
Your broker's marketing efforts and considerations will
include advertising, showing the property, how long the house has been on the
market and whether you're buying another home. .. [PORTLAND Marketing Info ]
A
house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor,
even though both are structurally well-maintained. .. [PORTLAND Getting Real Estate Ready ]
Shopping for a mortgage is the first step toward owning a home and perhaps the most daunting, especially if you are not prepared. .. [PORTLAND Apply for a Mortgage ]
Another excited day at Burns & Olson Realtors, Kathleen came into our office last Wednesday calling upon the "Local Experts" in Damascus. .. .. [PORTLAND What a beautiful Mountain today! ]
After months of telling myself that I was going to start a blog, I finally committed to at least 5 blog entries a week if OBAMA was elected Preside.. .. [PORTLAND CHANGE IS COMING! ]
New home or not, it pays to know what to look for in its structure, equipment and surroundings. Give this article a browse before you buy. .. [PORTLAND Home Inspector Worksheet ]
Here's an explanation of debt to income ratio which is a comparison of your gross (pre-tax) income to housing and non-housing expenses. .. [PORTLAND Debt To Income Ratio ]
With over 6000 agents in the local Portland Metro area to choose from why not work with one of the best! A professional real estate agent can help you find the home of your dreams in less time than you though possible! .. [PORTLAND A REALTOR Can Help ]
How Much Do I Have to Save to Buy A Home? What benefits can I expect being a young person? What obsticles should I be aware of? .. [PORTLAND Young Buyer ]
This article continues to explore the benefits of home ownership. You will descover facts which may leave you surprised.. .. [PORTLAND Home Ownership : How To ]
The age-old observation that "you never get a
second chance to make a first impression" certainly applies when it comes to
attracting buyers to a for-sale home. .. [PORTLAND Selling My Property ]
There are some important questions you should ask before going ahead with any contract. Are you getting the best deal? .. [PORTLAND Property Negotiation ]
A wide selection of mortgages is available. Your challenge is to select the loan terms that are most favorable to your situation. .. [PORTLAND Mortgage Alternatives ]
A written proposal is the foundation of a real estate transaction. This is where a little know how goes a long way.. .. [PORTLAND Effective Offer Writing ]
Real estate ads are usually full of acronyms and terms that are unfamiliar to first-time buyers. Here's a cheat sheet to let you in on the lingo. .. [PORTLAND Real Estate Ads ]