Doug White
Short Sale vs. Foreclosure
I’m not a fortune teller, soothsayer, or any other predictor of the future. The economy is what it is, and shall be for at least several months from now. People have lost their jobs at an alarming rate. We read it in the paper, the web, and see and hear on radio and TV. The housing market controls the economy, [...]
...read moreMembers For Members
What does the local chambers of commerce do for their members? In most cases they keep their members up to date on current affairs with e-mails, scheduled events, and the web. Networking events and meetings are one of the most important ways to get, and keep your name out there. During these, you develop relationships that [...]
...read moreRealtors Know This, But Do You?
Our house is usually our biggest investment. For that reason, we take great care in keeping it in good shape. All those Sundays when you want to watch the game, but make the decision to mow the yard instead. You want it to look good, right? We pull weeds, fertilize, water, and landscape the yard. [...]
...read moreGet To Know A House Inspector
Now, we all know we should use a home inspector when we buy a home. You want to know what your are buying, right! They find things that the average person just doesn’t see. They crawl under, over, and through the house to look into every little corner looking for things that should not be there. [...]
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Don’t Worry, You Can Still Get Mortgage Loans
Well, 2010 is here, and with it comes some new guide lines for mortgage loans. Shockingly, this has been on the table for over 5 years with the feds. Some of the changes were the result of predatory lending practices we so fondly remember from 2006-2007. You know the ones where buyers were treated to low low [...]
...read moreWould You Like to Help Your Kids Buy a House?
Wow, the holidays are over, the new year has arrived, and it’s time to get back to living a normal life. Normal to some folks, and maybe including your own kids, is going home to an apartment or rental house. As a family, we always want to help when we can, especially when it concerns our children. There [...]
...read moreThe 401K Housing Down Payment
Real Estate is still one of the best investments to have. Even in a down market like we are in today. No one knows when the prices of homes will start to rise, but they will. Those who have a chance to buy now will have the property increase in value in the future. Real estate, sort [...]
...read moreSo, You Would Like To Buy A Home?
There are numerous folks out there who have the monthly means to afford a home mortgage. Sometimes the ability to save enough money for the down payment and what is called closing costs ,which could amount to over$14,000 for a $200,000 home, can be tough to accomplished. Do not let this hinder your quest for home ownership! Here [...]
...read moreSchool District Funds Are Shrinking in Clackamas County
We all know the economy has something to do with it. The school district has made large cuts in their budget and spending, keeping in mind the importance of our youth’s education. The education process can not fall, just on the shoulders of our educators. We ,as a community, need to rally to their support.
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Extention of the 1st Time Home Buyer Credit+
President Obama signed the $8000 tax credit extention this past week. The new program ends April 30th. As in prior programs, first time home buyers are classified as never owning a home ,or have not owned one in 3 years. In addition, the program added a $6500 tax credit for the seller of a home when they purchase [...]
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