Homeowners Best Real Estate Moves

October marks the return to cooler weather and the revival of our post-summer routines. In this episode, we present a few helpful tips that are easy to give your Yard, Deck and House some attention. Don't miss out on other helpful tips for homeownership.  Audio Player of all episodes:  click here Categories Home Improvement Buying To Invest  or  Selling Property Home or Land Homeowners Best Moves...

In today's real estate market, a comprehensive whole house inspection comes highly recommended. When buying a home, it's essential to make informed decisions and avoid potential pitfalls, considering it's one of the largest investments you'll make in your lifetime. Join us in this episode as we interview an inspector who will shed light on the traditional inspection process. We'll also explore add...

Exclusive insights, expert tips, and strategies to enhance your property's condition and safeguard your investment. Join us to discover ways to maintain your home and enjoy a hassle-free spring and summer season. Carlton Mills , Business Development Manager & Inspector Pillar To Post Home Inspectors Cell: 541-952-1345 Office: 541-998-4559  carlton.mills@pillartopost.com Website: millsteam.pillarto...

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the inspector's role and the benefits it brings in ensuring a timely sale. Discover how this advantage empowers you and your real estate broker to negotiate a top-dollar deal while streamlining and expediting the selling process. Guest Carlton Mills , Business Development Manager & Inspector with Pillar To Post Home Inspectors 541-952-1345  carlton.mills@pilla...

How to avoid fraudulent movers, insight on how to research. Why you should use an accredited moving company, steps to plan a safe, economical move for all parties and critters in your household. Learn about items that a moving company cannot move, and options to transport them. Full service or ala carte services available. Guests Shawn and Claudia Jones, Owners Residential • Office & Industrial •...

You or Your loved ones are ready for downsizing and letting go of property maintenance.  Health may be a factor, However, you are ready for quality living during your golden years.  Consider to live among new friends in a community that fits your lifestyle. In this episode we review options of where to move while you are still able to make the move easily.  How to get help from family, friends or...

Guest Ross Kanaga shares insight to help establish systems and behaviors to tackle debt and make your money work for you. DevNW offers assistance to help you reach your financial goals. For all ages, employers to help their employees and youth classes.   Class calendar in   English   or   Español CLASES DE DevNW DE BIENESTAR FINANCIERO 2023 Calendario de DevNW   Las clases de DevNW Financial Wellb...

Are you ready to buy a home?  How much can you realistically afford?  Buying a home may be the largest transaction you ever make. In this episode our guest will talk about DevNW's Homebuying Foundations first-time homebuying class to learn the ins and outs of the homebuying process, leaving you with actionable tools to navigate through your journey with confidence and save money along the way!   H...

Top of mind with so many Buyers and Sellers is the current state of the real estate market. In this episode we will review interest rates, loan options, review home values still climbing and affordability as a buyer. What does the forecast look like for 2023?  Tune-in to hear what our guest has to say! Guest David Kammerer , Sr. Loan Consultant at Summit Funding in Eugene Oregon.   Contact Dave an...

Home fires take their toll in lost lives, injuries and destroyed property.  During Christmas, house fires can be avoided or prevented. Make sure you take the time for precautions.  In this episode we will review the Top 3 ways to prevent fire in your home during the Holidays.   HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!!   If you loved this episode, kindly leave us a Review - FOLLOW this show and Share it on Social...

Selling your home during the holidays with colorful lights and accents make a home look more cheerful and inviting.   Keep in mind it's important to allow Buyers an easy time imagining their own holiday traditions in your home.  In this episode we talk about some do's and don'ts. Listen to  Ep 67 - Winter Checklist For Selling Your Home How to make your home inviting to buyer, show it's cared for...

You are thinking about selling your property this spring and not quite sure what to do to get it ready for the market.  In this episode we talk about adding items to your to-do list. How to make your home inviting to buyer, show it's cared for and boost curb appeal. Credit for some of the content in this episode go to the  International Association of Home Staging Professionals and  Keeping Curren...

The  Holiday Season  is fun and exciting. It is meant to be. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement and Spirit of giving.  However, the hearts of folks during the holidays are easily swayed to give, making it an opportune time for fraud and scammers to attack. This episode addresses HOW To Detect and Report GIFT CARD scams If you suspect a scam, don't respond. Report it to your bank or comp...

The Holidays are upon us, and there are a lot of questions and mis-information regarding the current market.  I encourage you to Tune in and Follow… upcoming episodes will help you know how to watch out for schemes of scams & fraud in many forms. Don't miss out on other helpful tips for homeownership.   Track your home's value and discover ways to leverage your equity.  Check out this complimentar...

The Jumbo Loan is a convenient way for you to secure the money you need to purchase your luxury home.   In this episode, you will learn about what a Jumbo Loan is.. and how easy it is to qualify.  You don't want to miss out, as this opportunity is a big part of Your financial wealth planning for your home and  future retirement years  Listen to another episode with Nick:   Episode 63 - 100% Home F...

You are a medical student ready for your first job.  It's time to purchase a home, you are curious about this special program and you want to know if you qualify.  Learn about the many medical fields  that this Program is designed for.  You don't want to miss out… as this opportunity is a big part of  your financial wealth planning  for your home  and  future retirement years.  You will be surpris...

In this episode we discuss the process you can expect from an escrow officer and the tasks provided for a successful closing. Important information about transferring funds at closing. Top questions: How long is the escrow timeline? When can we come in to sign? When do I receive my funds? Is it safe to wire funds? Why pay for Title Insurance? Who pays for what closing costs? Guest Kelli Bachofner,...

The time to sell may already be here! February 2022 Real Estate Market in Lane County, RMLS data presented by Windermere Real Estate Lane County Realtor.com graph Credits: The National Association of Realtors Keeping Current Matters, KCM Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American   Don't miss out on other helpful tips for homeownership.   Audio Player of all episodes:  click here Catego...

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In this episode we discuss the process you can expect from an escrow officer and the tasks provided for a successful closing. Important information about transferring funds to close. Top 6 Questions : How long is the escrow timeline? When can we come in to sign, How much funds do I need at closing, Is it safe to wire funds, Who pays for what closing costs, What does the lender/escrow relationship...

Created for Property Owners - to maximize your investment - even if you do not plan to sell.  Selling your home tips. Buyers learn many aspects of home ownership and the buying process.  Senior adults learn about downsizing and financial support. Guests offer sound advice, tips and experience. We really appreciate and value your Support by sharing this show with people you know ~ Track your home's...

Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions. Also referred to as CC&R's CC&R's are designed to create an enjoyable living standard for homeowners and neighborhoods.  The purpose of restrictive covenants, how they affect property value, the conditions of a covenant, will be discussed in this episode.  As a Real Estate Broker, I ask that you seek legal council if you plan to enforce a restrictive covenant...

How native vegetation affects the riparian and forested areas. The importance of eradicating invasive plants to enhance soil, protect the watershed and encourage wildlife habitat. Homeowners affected by the fire - Sign up for a riparian burn assessment, assistance with  replanting and for more information about the PureWaterPartners Program and the upcoming Naturescaping Workshop in the Spring and...

Embracing Accessibility, Adaptability and Visitability Beautiful and sensible features to consider when building or modifying your forever home and lifestyle. Adopt useful consideration into your plan for guests that may be handicapped when they come to visit. Ease of lifestyle features for your home to support blindness, arthritis, hearing loss, joint/hip mobility, creating space for wheelchair a...

How to avoid unnecessary costs and huge headaches when it comes time to sell. Planning to do a remodel or buld an addition? Make sure it is done by certified contractors and permitted when required. Types of assignments that appraisals can help you make or save you money. Our guest talks about on-the-job situations she discovers. Guest Sara Fraser, SRA (541) 485-4245 s.fraser@sarafraser.com Servin...