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Market Updates And Price Reduction on an Impressive 156 Acres
Portland Metro Market Update Spring is upon us, and the real estate market is in full bloom. Inventory is on the rise while demand remains steadfast, creating a dynamic marketplace. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or invest, now is the perfect time to capitalize...
Stunning 33 Acre Farm Setting
This stunning 33 acres offers equal parts old-growth wooded trails meandering about expansive grass pastures. Prominent Mt. Hood views provide an idyllic backdrop no matter the season. Lovingly crafted facility with multiple barns, a total of 36 stalls suitable for...
Beautiful Templeton Equestrian Center on 13 Acres
This turnkey estate is an ideal move-in ready home for boarding, training, breeding programs, and clinics. Immaculately kept infrastructure for the discerning equestrian. Fantastic on-site access to 3,000 acres of riding trails! Comfortable remodeled single-level 4bd,...
Private 40 Acre Estate with Jaw Dropping Views
This country estate is bordered by neighboring Christmas tree farms. Enjoy peace and privacy with conveniences from both the quaint Beavercreek hamlet and Oregon City. Everyday errands for groceries, restaurants and entertainment are a breeze just 6 miles away....
October Mortgage Outlook
Despite recent rate hikes, our customers continue to seek new homes for their families, and many are searching for homes with higher acreage and in more rural locations. Mortgage rates climbed in response to the hawkish comments from the Fed, confirming they will likely raise rates at least one more time before the end of the year.
New Price and Purchase Options: Luxurious Country Living in Oregon City
This historic homestead stands on 156 verdant acres with: a luxurious main residence and two additional homes, events hall, auto shop, six bay hangar-styled shop, barn and more in a private, bucolic setting all just five minutes to urban convenience in Oregon City, Oregon.
Is September Time to Buy?
In short, while high-interest rates do create a higher payment, that payment is temporary and can be refinanced later. Once rates begin to drop, prices are expected to rise rapidly, creating bidding wars again.
Occupancy Exceptions for Conventional Loans
Did you know Conventional loans allow for occupancy exceptions in certain circumstances?
Occupancy exceptions can be made for borrowers buying a home for a child or parent to qualify with owner-occupied terms.
The Call to Preserve Bob and Crystal Rilee’s Gift Intent of Park Property
See Ryann Reinhofer’s presentation to CPRD regarding Bob & Crystal Rilee Park’s intended equestrian use and sign our Chnage.org petition.
Level up Your Barn’s Fire Prevention and Emergency Response
We still have hot, dry days ahead. Take advantage of this cooler weather to level up your fire prevention and response planning.
Here’s a list of to dos.
July Mortgage Market Update
The mortgage market remained flat heading into July 2023. Current market consensus points to the Fed continuing incremental rate increases to slow inflation.
Crystal Rilee Park Master Plan & Visioning OPEN HOUSE
Bob and Crystal Rilee Park Master Plan & Visioning OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, June 21, 6 – 7 PM: Calling Oregon Equestrians
Bob and Crystal Rilee Park Master Plan & Visioning OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, June 21, 6 – 7 PM: Calling Oregon Equestrians
June Mortgage Market Update
Year-over-Year Home Price Growth was 4.3% nationally, but quarterly price growth is slowing rapidly due to increased pressure from rising mortgage rates. Increasing mortgage rates are adding pressure to borrowers already sensitive to monthly payments. Talk with your lender about tools and strategies to stay on budget.
A Sit Down at Brindle Ridge Farms
Brindle Ridge Farms, a hunter/jumper training, boarding and riding school conveniently located in Ridgefield, Washington is for sale. Features of this well-designed equestrian center and estate include: brand new 75' x 180' indoor arena with 10 stalls, new outdoor...
3 High Temp Products for Horses and Equestrians
May has given us a swift reminder that summer is already upon us!
It’s hot here in the Pacific Northwest. Here are three things to order right now to help you help your horses through a heat wave.
Crystal Rilee Park Trails Open Saturday with Designated Areas for Horses and Bikes
Bob and Crystal Rilee Park Trails reopen to horses and bicycles Saturday, May 13th.
May Mortgage News
Get the latest May Mortgage News. Recently there has been a slew of misinformation reported on FHFA’s changes to Loan Level Price Adjustments (LLPAs), specifically, news citing that high-credit borrowers will be charged more than low-credit borrowers.
Kentucky Derby Watch Party Roundup
The Kentucky Derby is one of the most exciting sporting events of the year, and it’s only fitting to watch it in style. Here are some of the best watch parties in Oregon Wine Country, where you can enjoy a delicious meal, a glass of wine, and the best view of the race.
Templeton Equestrian Center For Sale in Beavercreek
This impeccably designed and maintained Willamette Valley equestrian center comes with an established boarding record and access to the 3,000 acres Port Blakely trail network just out the back gate!
Holding Out for a Crash? Don’t
Here in the Portland Metro and Willamette Valley, while velocity and overall real estate transactions continue to be slower than a year ago, the data IS NOT showing any hint of a crash. Real estate consumer sentiment is actually rising, homes that come to the market are still continuing to move, and homes are again selling for over list price.
Postponed: Crystal Rilee Equestrian Trails Work Party
Equestrian trails work party to further strengthen the equestrian community’s commitment to preserving equestrian access to Crystal Rilee’s legacy of an equestrian trail network in the Willamette Valley’s Wilsonville/Newberg area. This event is postponed due to Oregon rain. New date TBD.
Parks & Rec Candidates To Attend Trails Work Party
Jason Fields and Matt Smith, both running for the two at-large positions on the Chehalem Parks and Recreation board, will join the equestrian trails work party on Parrett Mountain Saturday, April 8th.
Q1’s Stable Pricing and Low Velocity
Stable Pricing and Low Velocity as 2023’s Q1 ends. As we head into Q2 here’s what we’re seeing in the Buyer demand remains strong – absorption is in the 95-100% range and Days on Market is falling.
JUST LISTED HORSE PROPERTY IN AURORA, OREGON
How many times have you seen a revolving tack wall?
This is a beautifully developed equestrian estate in an amazing Willamette Valley locale, offered at $1,300,000.
Big Snow Days on the Farm
To anyone who was stuck in Portland or on a freeway trying to get home, our sincerest condolences. That was a surprising weather system to experience so late in February.
Oregon & Metro Area February Stats
Inventory decreased to 1.9 months in February. Total
market time increased to 71 days.
Comparing the first two months of 2023 to the same
period in 2022, new listings (3,727) decreased 24.1%,
pending sales (3,396) decreased 27.3%, and closed sales
(2,537) decreased 33.8%.
Washington February Market Stats
Low inventory is once again creating multiple offers where good inventory is absorbed quickly. Sellers getting into the market now have less competition. The addition of 5,231 new listings during February was around 300 more than January, but down from the year-ago volume of 7,920 new listings.