A hallmark of the American Dream is to own your own home. But half of Americans, especially millennials, don’t believe that goal is in reach. That sentiment might be true in your family as well. But what if there was a way you could change that story?
Tapping into home equity to help a family member buy their first home sets them up for a brighter future and gives them a head start on the path to their own generational wealth. Helping loved ones now means you get to enjoy the gift in action rather than hope an inheritance is used the right way. If you are just starting out on the real estate journey, check out some steps in this month’s piece you can take to begin building your own generational wealth. And please reach out to us if there is anything we can help you with!
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This month, we're providing some tips on how you can boost your curb appeal this spring. You may find that these simple actions will help you not only reduce your stress and overwhelm, but it may also help create positive relationships with your neighbors.
If you could use some help with your home maintenance, check out our preferred contractors on our Business Directory, or give us a call. We'd love to help you out! Below are the latest Real Estate market statistics for Portland and the Surrounding Areas for the full month of March 2024. Click HERE to see the full detailed report.
*Home inventory refers to the length of time that it would take to run out of houses to sell if we continue selling at the current rate without listing any additional homes for sale.
Does this quote apply to you? If so, you’re not alone. Many people want to move but feel locked-in by their low mortgage rate. It’s difficult to time exactly when things will really shift, but as we explain in this month’s flyer, there can be a price to pay when you put off your decision to buy or sell.
We're also sharing with you some easy ways to enhance your home’s interior and exterior. Not only does a tidy home increase its overall value, but it also helps to reduce stress, leaves you less overwhelmed and can improve relationships with family and neighbors. It can be fun to look at your home with a fresh eye and do some sprucing-up projects yourself. But if you need the name of a qualified professional for any type of work outside of your wheelhouse, let us know and we'll connect you to one. You can also check out our preferred contractors on our Business Directory. You may have seen in the news on Friday that the National Association of Realtors has agreed to a settlement regarding a class action lawsuit brought by home sellers. As with all class action lawsuit settlements, it is subject to court approval, which is expected in the next couple of months. Check out our message below to hear what this means for our service to you. We want to be ABSOLUTELY CRYSTAL CLEAR that this in no way changes how we serve our clients. The McDowell Team will continue to provide the exceptional service, knowledge, experience, and advice you’ve come to expect from us and that you deserve. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to either Rick or Jimmy and we'll do our best to answer those questions for you.
This month, we're providing insights into the typical expenses associated with five common home renovation projects. While these figures offer a general idea, keep in mind that the actual costs can fluctuate based on factors such as the project's scope and your location.
If you're looking to have a project done and need some help, check out our Business Directory for valuable resources. Below are the latest Real Estate market statistics for Portland and the Surrounding Areas for the full month of February 2024. Click HERE to see the full detailed report.
*Home inventory refers to the length of time that it would take to run out of houses to sell if we continue selling at the current rate without listing any additional homes for sale.
Now that the winter is here and we’re all inside more of the time than usual, you may be feeling that your home is a bit cramped. If so, you’re not alone. One in four people say they’ve outgrown their home.
This month we're sharing some information on why and how people decide to renovate their homes. It could be an easy fix, like reconfiguring existing rooms or a much bigger project, such as building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or adding a second story. We’ve also included typical costs for these projects as well as the ROI. (Of course, costs will vary based on scope of project and location.) We hope you find this information useful, and if you need a professional to help you with any home renovations, feel free to reach out and we’ll connect you to one in my trusted network. In fact, we have listed our two preferred general contractors below. If you need additional referrals, please check out our Business Directory, or reach out to us directly! Below are the latest Real Estate market statistics for Portland and the Surrounding Areas for the full month of January 2024. Click HERE to see the full detailed report.
*Home inventory refers to the length of time that it would take to run out of houses to sell if we continue selling at the current rate without listing any additional homes for sale.
This month we're sharing how significant milestones in people’s lives, as well as declining mortgage rates, help to create a pent-up housing demand. We're also sharing some of the benefits of living near loved ones.
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