Homeunion, an online investment firm has compiled a top 20 list of the best zip codes to invest in the US. Tanza Loudenback of businessinsider.com reveals among them one particular zip code in the Portland area. You may be surprised with Homeunion’s results. thumbnail courtesy of businessinsider.com
The Vancouver, WA area outpaced Portland for job growth as reported by Troy Brynelson of the Columbian. The report looks at the unemployment rate and overall growth for the Vancouver-Portland metropolitan area. thumbnail courtesy of columbian.com
Portland is in the top two markets across the nation as reported by Elliot Njus of OregonLive.com. The data reinforces what most of us know in the Pacific Northwest. There are indications of a slight slowdown but not enough to make a significant dent in the demand for housing. Seattle continues to lead Portland and the nation … Continued
An article by Jeff Manning of OregonLive sheds light on the flurry of activity in Portland as a hot spot for job growth and real estate development. In the last two years, there has been phenomenal growth; I call it the last most affordable metropolitan area on the west coast. I witnessed it first hand … Continued
Cathie Ericson from Realtor.com not only gives you great advice for negotiating with a seller but most importantly, she lives in Portland, OR. And her advice is more valuable from the perspective of a local. The theme being smart negotiations are crucial to putting yourself in the best possible position, especially when others offers are being considered by a … Continued
Andy Giegerich and Brandon Sawyer of Portland Business Journal survey their readers for the best places to dine. Also, they asked additional questions including likes, dislikes, value, and affordability. thumbnail courtesy of Andina restaurant
Portland Business Journal Reporter Jon Bell recaps MLS data numbers to reveal a slight increase in days on the market. PBJ showcases a slideshow of 31 neighborhoods with 30 days or less of inventory. Also mentioned is an increase in days on the market, a few more days on the market could be attributed to … Continued
Elliot Njus of Oregonlive looks at June listing data as a possible indicator of increasing inventory and relief for a tight and competitive housing market in Portland. The numbers are a glimmer of hope for the summer buying season; my analysis shows that Vancouver is also experiencing a bump up in available homes. Unfortunately, this will … Continued
Portland Buyers Resource Guide Created to walk you though the basics, this guide will save you weeks of research and time. Portland Buyers Resource Guide was Created from the experience of working with hundreds of buyers and compiled it into a list of must have resources for your home search. The fundamental information in the Portland Buyers Resource Guide is full … Continued