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2010
On August 1, 2010 a new law will be in place in the State of Oregon that will affect ALL woodstoves. If they are UNCERTIFIED, they will HAVE TO BE REMOVED. Period. End of Story! When selling a home, any uncertified woodstove that is old and certifications were not obtained with their original i...
06/19/2010
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Dear Matthew, Your Mother posted a blog today sharing her excitement and joy in having you become a Realtor® My Big Announcement, Matthew Caulk. In her post she wrote: "I thought it would be fun to give him your best advice for being a brand new agent." So here's my best advice: Always remembe...
06/18/2010
Operation Stolen Dreams has come to Portland, OR. On the news, as I clicked through the channels, my ears picked up that 39 Oregonians were charged yesterday in a US sweep. They were arrested in what the FBI calls their Operation Stolen Dreams, a continuing investigation of loan fraud. "The Ore...
06/18/2010
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Cedar Hills has been a Beaverton neighborhood of distinction since the '50's. Matter of fact Cedar Hills started off in 1946 under the Commonwealth Corporation. Over the years, Cedar Hills has developed into on the of largest homes owner associations in the country, with over 2,114 properties. ...
06/17/2010
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Raleigh Hills is a very charming and desireable neighborhood conveniently located in West Portland. Because Raleigh Hills is ideally located, the commute into downtown Portland, or into the Silicone Forest of Hillsboro, is quick, making Raleigh Hills a high-demand area. It's not so much a "commu...
06/15/2010
This post was inspired by the recent post by Jon Zlosky How Footwear Affects Vision. Dealing with short sales is no easy feat (bad pun, I know). As Jon points out, from either the buyer or seller side, it's not easy having to wait. Here's what I tell my clients that are interested in short sale ...
06/14/2010
Supra Lockbox Activity Week Ending 6/6/10 NOTE: The Supra Lockbox is the magic access key that allows agents to open the doors on listed property. It also keeps statistics, and as you can see, there has been an INCREASE in activity for Oregon, which also includes Portland, OR real estate activ...
06/14/2010
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Several months ago, I had an idea. I ran it by Bob Stewart, and he said he'd feature it once it was done. Then I talked with my web guy -- because I am NOT A COMPUTER PROGRAMMER. My web guy was ALL for it . . . he even had a few suggestions. And then . . . {Sounds of Crickets Chirping} NOTHIN...
06/10/2010
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Don't you love it when you get an email contact directly from Active Rain? I know I DO!! Someone -- a potential client?? -- has found you, and not only that, they've taken the time to email you directly! And so today, Vivan Hakam contacted me. Hello.(vivan_20@yahoo.com)My Name is vivan I was im...
06/09/2010
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Beaverton Homes for Sale Living in the City of Beaverton, a suburb of Metro Portland, is nice. I know! I live here. When looking for Beaverton homes for Sale there are a variety of neighborhoods which might be just right for you. Home for sale in Beaverton are at very affordable prices. AND...
06/07/2010
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