Honestly now, how many of us thought about ice dams before 2017? In Central Oregon this record snowfall and the cold temperatures are teaching us many things about our homes and the upkeep of them. I’ve put together a list of contractors which I hope will be useful for you. Most roofing contractors are scheduling […]
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Home Sellers (and Buyers!) – Don’t Overlook These 10 Items
Looking to sell your home this year? You surely don’t want any issues to arise with a home inspection or appraisal, right? Here’s a list of items which are commonly called out by inspectors and/or appraisers, yet often overlooked by sellers as they prepare their home for sale. All of these items can cause costly […]
Make A Difference With Local Charities
At a recent office meeting we spoke of ways to give back to our community. Debi Kelso from The Giving Plate shared their mission to feed the hungry in Central Oregon. Fellow Fred agent Teri Axmaker talked of her efforts to help Albertsons and Family Access Network provide a full Thanksgiving meal to needy families. […]
Yes, The Home Selling Season Has Begun!
By John Furrow on September 22, 2016 in Bend, Business, Family and Home, Oregon, Real Estate, The Blog
Do you see what’s going on? The leaves are starting to change color. The kids are back in school. Football is back on TV at least 4 days a week. Summer vacations are over and people are settling back into their routines. Most experts would agree this is when the real estate market starts to […]
Anyone Else Get Garage Envy?
“People don’t come to Bend, Oregon by chance. People commit to move here and then work hard to afford and enjoy the lifestyle Bend has to offer.” A wise lender once said something like that to me…I’ve probably butchered the quote. Nonetheless, we are a community of creative, entrepreneurial and hard working people who love […]
OPEN HOUSE with Wanderlust!
What does Earth Advantage certification, Wanderlust Tours, Cornhole, local beers and over $120 in prizes have to do with OPEN HOUSE Weekend? (more…)
Elkhorn Estates Home for sale in Bend, OR
Fantastic home for sale under $250,000 and in one of the most sought after parts of Bend, Oregon. Homes in SW Bend have easy access to the Deschutes River Trail, Old Mill District, Downtown, and all that Mt Bachelor and the Cascade Lakes have to offer! Throughout 2012 and continuing in 2013, the inventory has […]
Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse
Be Responsible For Preventing Abuse Learn 7 steps you can take to prevent child sexual abuse. The Penn State incident has brought the problem of child sexual abuse to all of our attention. Statistics show that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually abused before turning 18, and sadly, less […]
How Do I Find A Realtor?
How do I find a Realtor? I’ve heard this question many times. I even asked it before buying my first property. Truth is, they’re not hard to find. According to the National Association of Realtors, there are 1.3 million Realtors nationwide! When I first received my Real Estate License in 2005, I was amongst 72,000 […]
“Green” Your Home And Receive Energy Rebates!
Energy Rebates From Your Utility Help You Manage Rising Energy Costs Surprise: Your utility may offer big-time energy rebates to offset the cost of energy-efficient retrofits. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®