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July, 2009
Aging in Place
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
“Aging in Place” is a term that is becoming more commonplace. From a real estate standpoint, this usually means a one level home, or one that has a master on the main and a relatively level entry. Clients are often looking ahead for these basic features in order to stay in their homes as long [...]
An Act of Protest
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
Business often takes my up on Skyline, a beautiful drive once I pass Cornell and can enjoy the valley views and notice how the trees are changing with the seasons. I always notice the little fruit stand on the corner of Skyline and Cornell across from Skyline Restaurant, but I’m often feeling too rushed to [...]
Emily Jane Part 2
Monday, July 20th, 2009
Stage two in my jewelry transformation in which I have raided the dusty recesses of my jewelry box and brought two necklaces to Emily Jane to have her way with. I have pretty much convinced myself that despite the cost of choosing two of these designs, that my Realtor skills will improve and therefore others [...]
A Dubious Green Product?
Wednesday, July 15th, 2009
For years, most of us have gotten used to strong smells in the house- and I’m not talking about your brother’s socks. From the seemingly innocuoust Pine Sol aroma that hovered in the air for hours, to the smell of fresh paint, or newly finished floors and new carpet, we didn’t have the perception of [...]
Market Action: June 2009
Wednesday, July 15th, 2009
No one in real estate will tell you it’s an easy time in our industry right now, but there’s no arguing with some positive trends showing in the Portland market when you look at the numbers. Inventory is one of the most important gauges, as the law of supply and demand has not overlooked the [...]
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