Finding “Best Buy” properties! HomePath Financing

I would say that 80% of the homes listed under $200k in Vancouver are either short sale or bank owned properties. In the listing comments, I was seeing that homes were eligible for The HomePath Financing Program. I was not familiar with it but now I have the scoop, compliments of Mike Popnoe of Strategy [...]

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Monday Morning Quote: Play Like Your Behind

“If you want to stay ahead, play like your behind.” – old saying in sports
 
Why does this work? We all know how this looks in the sports world. Some teams may not play with such urgency at the start of the 1st quarter, 1st round, 1st inning but as the time gets closer to the [...]

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Brokers Tour: Edge Lofts

The Edge Lofts are located on the corner of Kearney & 14th. Perhaps more recognizable by the popular R.E.I. store on the first few floors. The lofts occupy floors 6 through 11. Edge is known for the very modern look inside, secure entry, floor to ceiling windows and incredible views. 
Edge Lofts were completed in ‘04 [...]

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Monday Morning Quote: Smarter & Harder

 
 
When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. – Victor Frankl
 
 
As much as we all like to get our way, there are many circumstances that out of our control. When things are in our favor we don’t seem to complain, however when the tables turn and we [...]

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Brokers Tour: Penthouse in the Elizabeth

 

Brokers tour took me to The Elizabeth located on 9th Ave between Flanders and Everett in the Pearl today. 
Originally built in 2004. The developers Carroll/Aspen’s other work includes Chown Pella, McKenzie, Gregory and the Edge. 
The Elizabeth is set apart from the rest by the full time concierge service and doorman, catering to those that want the security, convenience and [...]

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Monday Morning Quote: Define

“Approach every task as if it is the moment that will define you” – Unknown
Driving on Barbur Blvd. you will see this quote on a run down mechanical shop. It has been there forever and the quote hasn’t changed for, at least, 5 years. I guess if its good why change it, right?!
I thought about the kind [...]

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Blazers vs. Lakers – Rudy Alleyoop

You have got to watch this alleyoop from the “Spanish Armada” Sergio and Rudy. Over and over again, they do this play and nobody ever sees it coming. 

The best game of the season that I have went to see was Friday night April 10th, Blazers vs. Lakers. Ending score 102-88 leaving [...]

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Brokers Tour: Contemporary in Hillsdale

Tuesday was a great day for touring. Not only was it partly sunny and warm, but there were some great homes to look at. I ventured out of downtown/Pearl area and into the West Hills. 
Featured property located in the Hillsdale Neighborhood. Located just a quick 10 minute drive from downtown Portland, you are nestled in between Bridlemile, [...]

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Monday Morning Quote: Step up

” sometimes we have to mess up a little before we can step up.” – Alex Korev , Grey’s Anatomy

I’m still a big fan of Grey’s Anatomy. For some reason it always finds a way to get me teary. I know, a little sappy, but it is true. Last night  after catching up on a [...]

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