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How to Price Your Home Competitively When Interest Rates Are High
In a market where interest rates are elevated, pricing your home correctly isn’t just important — it’s critical. Buyers are more...

Greg Powell
Aug 73 min read


Are There Incentives for Buying an Energy-Efficient or Solar-Powered Home?
With the rising cost of utilities and increased environmental awareness, more homebuyers are looking toward energy-efficient and...

Greg Powell
Aug 73 min read


What’s Your Strategy for Marketing My Home? Here’s What a Great Realtor Should Say
When you're selling your home, one of the most important questions to ask your real estate agent is: 👉 “What’s your marketing strategy?”...

Greg Powell
Aug 63 min read


What Is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)?
If you're thinking about buying a home—especially for the first time—you may have heard the term PMI , or Private Mortgage Insurance . It...

Greg Powell
Aug 63 min read


How Real Estate Commissions Are Structured: What Every Seller Needs to Know
When you’re selling your home, one of the biggest expenses you’ll encounter is the real estate agent’s commission . But how exactly is...

Greg Powell
Aug 53 min read


What Are the Costs Associated with Selling a Home? (2025 Guide)
When you sell a home, it's easy to focus on the potential profit—but don’t overlook the expenses that come with it. Understanding the...

Greg Powell
Aug 43 min read


What Happens If a Home Appraises for Less Than the Offer Price?
You’ve listed your home, received multiple offers, and accepted a great one—above asking price! But then the buyer’s lender orders an...

Greg Powell
Aug 43 min read


How to Handle Multiple Offers on Your Home: Seller’s Guide 2025
Getting multiple offers on your home sounds like a dream—but it can quickly turn overwhelming if you’re not prepared. In a competitive...

Greg Powell
Aug 13 min read


Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval: Why Homebuyers in 2025 Need to Know the Difference
If you're gearing up to buy a home in 2025, you're probably hearing a lot of buzzwords from lenders and realtors — and two of the most...

Greg Powell
Aug 13 min read


Questions to Ask a Realtor Before Putting Your House on the Market
Selling your home is a major financial and emotional decision — and choosing the right real estate agent to guide you through the process...

Greg Powell
Jul 314 min read


Would Making Mortgages Assumable Help or Hurt the Real Estate Market?
With mortgage rates still hovering near multi-decade highs in 2025, homeowners and homebuyers alike are looking for ways to bring some...

Greg Powell
Jul 314 min read


Should You Wait to Sell Your Home If Sales Are Down?
In a market like Bend — where home sales have slowed but prices remain high — many homeowners are asking the same question: "Should I...

Greg Powell
Jul 303 min read


Home Sales Are Down — So Why Are Prices at an All-Time High?
It might sound strange: Fewer homes are selling, yet prices are still climbing. If you’re watching the real estate market in Bend or...

Greg Powell
Jul 303 min read


Advice for First-Time Home Sellers: What You Need to Know
Selling your home for the first time can feel overwhelming—especially in a market as competitive and fast-moving as Central Oregon. But...

Greg Powell
Jul 293 min read


What I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Bend, Oregon
Thinking of moving to Bend? You’re not alone. With its stunning natural beauty, thriving craft beer scene, and laid-back lifestyle, Bend...

Greg Powell
Jul 292 min read


Selling Property "As Is": What It Means and If It's Right for You
If you're thinking of selling your home in Central Oregon without making repairs or upgrades, you’re not alone. With shifting market...

Greg Powell
Jul 282 min read


Should You Buy a New House Before Selling Your Current One?
Navigating the timing of buying and selling a home can feel like a high-stakes balancing act—especially in markets like Bend and Central...

Greg Powell
Jul 283 min read


Home Values in Central Oregon: Going Up, Crashing Down, or Holding Steady?
2025 has been a wild year in real estate. Mortgage rates remain unpredictable, inflation is cooling but still lingering, and many buyers...

Greg Powell
Jul 253 min read


Real Estate Prices Dropping in Bend! What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
After years of relentless price growth, Bend’s real estate market is finally showing signs of cooling. Whether you're a hopeful buyer or...

Greg Powell
Jul 253 min read


Build an ADU or Buy a Home With One? Here’s What to Consider in Central Oregon
As housing costs rise and flexibility becomes a priority for many buyers in Central Oregon, ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) are more...

Greg Powell
Jul 243 min read
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