Let's talk about the Portland housing market a bit. Rates are down and so is inventory from this time last year. I'm often asked if this is the right time to buy or sell. If you are ready, then yes would be my simple answer. But, how can I make a blanket statement like that? Read on.

I must emphasize how crucial it is that you, as a buyer, go through a process of refining your housing needs before even going on a home tour with a realtor. Part of my job as a realtor is to take the criteria you send me and essentially curate a tour of homes that will suit your needs.

Yesterday, my neighborhood SHOWED UP. The sun was shining, the energy was high and together we built the new neighborhood White Oak Commons!

I'm glad to see you've arrived in one piece, having made it through the hectic holiday season. Despite the chaos, I enjoyed it thoroughly myself. We had a slew of family members in town through November and early December, followed by dear friends.

I HATE the typical winter ale. Beer needs nothing to do with nutmeg!! Very happy to taste no such shenanigans in this very fine winter IPA. Ha, winter IPA, so PNW! Van and Ben have done a great job with this brew.