Category: Real Estate Investing
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Closing Costs 101: What You’re Really Paying For
Let’s get one thing straight: closing costs are real, and they’re not just a sneaky fee someone made up to ruin your day. If you’re buying a home, it’s important to understand what they are, what you’re paying for, and why they matter. Here’s your no-fluff guide to closing costs. What Are Closing Costs, Anyway?…
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Why Your First Home Purchase is Your Most Important Investment
Making your first home purchase is often considered a landmark moment in life—a step towards financial independence and stability. But beyond just fulfilling a personal milestone, buying your first home holds significant weight as an investment decision. Your first home purchase could be the catalyst for your future real estate success, read on for how…
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The Art of Negotiation: A Realtor’s Perspective
What feelings does the word negotiation bring up for you? I hear from people all the time that they are intimidated by negotiations because they don’t like conflict or being argumentative. But when done right a negotiation should be neither of those things. It’s a dynamic process that requires creativity, collaboration, and the ability to…
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Is a “fixer” the Right Move for You?
Are you considering buying a “fixer-upper” home? There are several reasons why people opt for this type of property. It could be to save money, build equity, or make an investment. But how do you know what to look for when starting your search, what’s fixable and what’s not? The answer won’t be the same…
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3 Ways Real Estate Builds Wealth
Real estate can be a great investment vehicle for building long-term wealth. Here are just a few of the ways owning real estate can work to boost your overall wealth and net worth. Appreciation Real estate appreciation is the increase in value of a property over time. Several factors can affect the appreciation of a…
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Instantly Lower your Interest Rate with the 2/1 Buydown Loan Program.
While rates have come down since we first made this video they are still higher than most prospective buyers would like them to be. How do you instantly lower your monthly mortgage payments when interest rates are high? There is an amazing lender program that is out right now called the 2/1 buydown. I highly…
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Meet the Sold By Jen Team
Hi! We are the Sold By Jen Team, one of Portland Metro’s top real estate teams. We love the Pacific Northwest and wanted to share with you some of our favorite things about it, keep you informed about the real estate market, and help you keep up on, as well as, improve your home! Please…
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