Real Estate News & Tips
Rates on Your Mind? Let’s Make Sense of This Market
If buying a home is on your list for 2026, you’re not alone. Many people are wondering how to move forward when interest rates feel...
Start Now if You Want to Sell This Spring
Spring has a way of sneaking up on us. One moment it’s still dark at dinner, and the next there are daffodils popping up around West Linn, open...
How Walking Groups Strengthen Health and Foster Connection
In places like West Linn and Lake Oswego, community often shows up in small, everyday ways. A wave to a neighbor, a chat at the mailbox, or...
Why You’ll Fall in Love with Owning a Home
February is often the month we dedicate to the people we care about most, but it is also a wonderful time to think about the place that holds...
Give Your Home a Gentle Refresh This January
Now that the holiday glitter has settled, January is the perfect moment to give your home a soft reset - not a big overhaul, just a few small...
From Neighbors to Friends: Starting a Dinner Group in Your Community
How to Start a Dinner Group There is something about gathering around a table that makes people feel instantly at home. Between busy schedules...
Thinking of Selling This Year? Here’s What to Watch in Early 2026
If selling might be on your mind this year, the start of 2026 is a great time to quietly observe the market. You don’t need to make big...
The Future is Cozy: Interior Design Trends Pros are Excited about for 2026
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you know the drill: when the rainy season settles in, our homes become our sanctuaries. Because we spend...
What You Can Do if Your Home Inspection Reveals Problems
Finding issues during a home inspection can feel discouraging—whether you’re buying your first home or preparing to sell in the surrounding...
Wishing You Warmth, Peace, and a Joyful Season
Whatever this season looks like for you… quiet moments, big gatherings, or something in between, we hope it brings you peace and connection....
Hosting Made Easy: Simple Tips for a Stress-Free Gathering
If you’re hosting this season, remember: it’s not about perfection, it’s about connection. Guests won’t remember whether your napkins matched;...
5 Surprising Factors That Can Affect What Your Home’s Worth
When people think about home value, they often picture big-ticket items - kitchens, bathrooms, square footage. But the truth is, smaller...
How Your Home’s Equity Could Help Your Children Build a Future
If you’ve owned your home for a while, it has likely done more than give you a comfortable place to live. Over the years, your home has...
Thanksgiving Hosting Tips for a Warm and Welcoming Home
There’s something magical about Thanksgiving in Portland. The air turns crisp, the trees along neighborhood streets glow in shades of gold and...
Buy Before the Holidays? Here’s Why It’s Smart
The holiday season might not scream “house hunting,” but it can actually be a sweet spot for buyers. With fewer shoppers in the market, you’ll...















