You are looking for a home to buy in Oregon or Washington — and you want to know if it would be best for you to purchase a house with cash or not. With all the talk about buying a house with cash, you don’t know: What...
You’ve seen it in films. A happy family has just moved into their beautiful new home when the air suddenly becomes frosty, an unbearable stench fills the home, and photos seemingly jump off the shelf on their own. It’s every homeowner’s nightmare to spend their hard-earned money...
Are you looking for an investment opportunity? No, I don’t mean selling skincare or a miracle oil, but an honest-to-goodness, legitimate investment opportunity? Look no further than investing in income-producing real estate. Owning real estate can be very beneficial, whether used for personal use or to generate...
You’re considering whether to put your money into stocks or real estate. Investing your money to ensure its safety and growth is important to you. You’ve heard the greater Portland area real estate market is a safer investment than the stock market, but you wonder if that...
Mortgage rates have a major impact on the cost of financing your future home. As a borrower, you’re after the lowest possible interest rates. Mortgage lenders, on the other hand, have to leverage interest rates to manage their risk. With all the changes in the market and...
The value of gold is at a high and you’re wondering, can I use my gold assets to buy a house? The answer is yes! Your next questions are likely: How do you use gold assets to buy a house?Should you use your gold assets to buy a...
If you're like many homeowners, you're probably wanting to make improvements that will boost the value of your home. You love the idea of slashing your electric bill — and making a positive contribution to the environment — and have been considering adding solar panels. While you...
The demand for rental properties is on the rise. You’ve been considering growing your portfolio through real estate and are wondering if investing in rental property is a good way to build wealth. Real estate can be complicated, and before taking the plunge, you want to understand...
You're considering buying a property, but have a few questions about the process. Do you have to sign a contract with a realtor? If so, what happens if something goes wrong? Contracts can be confusing. You might not know what the consequences are if you enter into...
You can see it now — your family is relaxing at your very own vacation house. Or maybe you’re dreaming of rental income rolling in? There are lots of ways to use a second home. But before you make the investment, you’ll probably want to find...