One of the most frequently searched and asked questions about home value is if hardwood floors actually increase the value of a home. This is something we are asked quick frequently, as are many real estate professionals that we talk to. It’s important that we...
In a meeting with our team recently, we had a discussion about veterans. More specifically, our entire team was discussing vets in our local Portland community and how they are viewed and subsequently treated. This discussion broadened to talking about how we as a...
Fall has descended upon our beautiful Portland metro area, and as the leaves turn unimaginable colors of red, yellow and gold, harvest is wrapping up at area farms, gardens and pumpkin patches. With fall, also comes the magical time of Halloween with its costumes,...
If you’re like many of us busy parents here in Portland, you maybe just a bit behind in getting ready for the Halloween trick or treating. Maybe you have decided to avoid the National Lampoon-style top to bottom yard decorating, but still, want to get some fun...
There seems to be endless hiking trails in and around Portland, Oregon and a towering list of books that will map out every path and byway you can hike on but with so many to choose from how can you pick a few to take a gamble on? We thought it would be helpful to...
Portland and roses seem to go naturally together but exactly where the connection of roses to this beautiful city came from appears to branch out in many different directions. We know that the climate in Portland, Oregon is just perfect for this most intoxicating...
Portland is well-known for the incredible culture we have and a community that embraces the beauty and uniqueness of our local area. Let’s face it, there are few places in the world that can seamlessly combine big city urban living with an incredible building...
We know that here in the Portland area going green, organic and sustainable is something that is not just a trend, but a part of many of our lives. Having access to fresh vegetables that you know is truly organic, safe and healthy is something that many of our...
Getting away from it all for a few days, a long weekend or just a quick overnight can be something that we all think about doing. Second to having the time (or at least taking the time) to do it, is knowing of a unique getaway location close to Portland, yet offer...
