Basements, ADUs, and Backyard Value: Expanding Your Footprint for Maximum Return

In Portland’s dynamic housing market, homeowners are realizing that a fresh coat of paint and modern light fixtures aren’t enough to command top dollar. While cosmetic updates still matter, the highest returns often come from one strategic move: increasing usable square footage. Whether it’s finis

Portland’s Hidden Deal-Killers: What Every Seller Must Know About Oil Tanks, Radon, and Sewer Lines

  When preparing to sell a home in Portland, most sellers focus on staging, touch-ups, and curb appeal. But beneath the surface lie invisible issues that can derail a deal faster than any scratched hardwood or outdated backsplash: underground oil tanks, elevated radon levels, and aging sewer lines.

Avoiding the Inspection Pitfalls That Can Kill Your Portland Home Sale

  The #1 Reason Portland Home Sales Fail in July 2025: Inspections In today’s Portland real estate market, sellers don’t lose deals because of competitio - they lose them because of inspections. Portland’s aging homes, wet climate, and tight lending standards make pre-inspection prep one of the mo

Green Sells: The Upgrades Portland Buyers Will Pay More For

  In Portland's 2025 housing market, sustainability isn’t just a value—it’s a selling point with real dollar signs attached. According to the Portland Seller Fix-It Guide, a full 85% of local buyers weigh a home's environmental impact in their purchasing decision. What’s more, 60% are willing to p