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Tigard's Future Traffic - 12/28/07 05:51 PM
The City Council on Dec. 18 declared its intention to form a local improvement district in the Tigard Triangle to upgrade streets and infrastructure. There was a meeting of the minds and it was decided that an LID would be best for facilitating traffic decisions for the future.
The Tigard Triangle is the Pacific Highway, Highway 217 and 72nd Ave where a 2002 Tigard Transportation System Plan figured out will host the majority of future traffic problems. The LID area will be outlined by Dartmouth Street to Baylor Avenue from 68th Avenue to 69th/70th avenues.
Included in this improvement plan will be … (0 comments)
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12300 SW Ames Lane, Tigard OR - 12/21/07 10:53 AM
Stunning custom Tigard traditional in sought after Arlington Ridge. Perfect for the buyer looking for a truly well built custom home is a desirable custom neighborhood. Features a gourmet kitchen with granite & custom cabinets, extensive hardwoods, wainscotting, master suite w/study, skylights, cen. air, huge yard w/sport court and patio. Not a developer's special! $530,000
For additional photos and details visit http//:www.TonyandLibby.com
or call 1-800-395-1151 code 614 for 24 hr recorded information This listing is brought to you courtesy of the Tony and Libby Kelly Group, Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere,
17700 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd, Portland, OR 97224
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Portland Gets The Best Of Housing Slump - 12/20/07 12:58 PM
On T.V. there is a never ending supply of news stories about the horror that is the real estate market. Except that the P.S. of all these stories seems to be the areas and cities that seem to be weathering the storm. Portland is one of these cities. In fact, the slow down here has just brought us back down to what would considered a "normal" year.
To give you an idea of the ups and downs, in January of 2000 there was 10 months of inventory (number of months it would take to sell all homes currently listed) available in … (0 comments)
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November Market Report - 12/19/07 11:13 AM
November Residential Highlights
For the second month in a row there was a slight decrease in inventory in the Portland metro area. At November’s rate of sales, the 14,435 active residential listings at month’s end would last approximately 8.3 months. The number of new listings dropped again, the second time since February 2006, decreasing 3.1% when comparing November 2007 to November 2006.
However, the number of transactions also continues to drop. When comparing November 2007 to November 2006 closed sales decreased 19.9% and the number of accepted offers fell 27.8%. Despite it all, sale prices appear to remain strong. Average sale … (0 comments)
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Financial Advise - 12/19/07 11:02 AM
THAT'S THE $64,000 QUESTION....
Most people won't inherit millions of dollars, but according to the AARP, the median amount of today's inheritance is about $64,000. While that's not enough to provide financial security for life, it's still a lot of money and requires careful planning before deciding what to do with it. So therein lays the question — if you receive an inheritance — what should you do?
Step One...Do Nothing: Remember, this is an emotional time. You may have lost a loved one, you're receiving a sizable chunk of money, and your judgment may be clouded by emotion. Rather than … (0 comments)
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Define "Improvement" - 12/17/07 04:35 PM
People seem to have the idea that if they put money into their home, they will certainly get it back. That is the right idea but you can't just make ANY improvement and assume it'll make money. In fact, some can actually decrease the value of your home. Money Magazine suggest putting your money in anything but...
Swimming Pools. Obviously states with a hot climate you can't find a house without one. But if you live someplace where a pool is not needed then buyers will completely avoid houses with a pool. If you live in Illinois or Oregon people only see … (1 comments)
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What Do You Want In A Home? - 12/14/07 07:10 PM
While it seems quite rational to assume buyers are clamoring after the "best" house leaving the others to beg for attention, it doesn't necessarily work that way. That is because not everyone is looking for the same things. In this survey they asked buyers about specific home features and then divided up these people by demographic categories. The features include Central Air, Garage (2 or more spaces), Walk-in Closet in Master Bedroom, Cable or Satellite TV Ready, High-speed Internet Access and Energy Efficient.
74% of buyers in general found Central Air to be the import making it the most attractive feature … (0 comments)
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9128 SW 40th Ave, Portland OR - 12/07/07 12:09 PM
Beautifully Remodeled Multnomah Village Daylight Ranch. In addition to its great location, home features lovely black walnut flrs, updated countertops, cabinets & lighting in the kitchen & baths, newly painted inside & out, cen. air, newer furnace & vinyl windows. Huge lower level is light, bright & just remodeled. Large private backyard w/ patio & cedar deck with mtn views. $415,000
For additional photos and details visit http//:www.TonyandLibby.com
or call 1-800-395-1151 code 613 for 24 hr recorded information This listing is brought to you courtesy of the Tony and Libby Kelly Group, Keller Williams Realty Portland Premiere,
17700 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd, Portland, … (1 comments)
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Housing Market Will Recover - 12/03/07 05:18 PM
Experts are saying that the housing market will recover from it's current down turn, unfortunately it is going to get worse before it gets better. There is just too much inventory right now so when those homes start to sell off, in 2009, the market will start to perk back up. Therefore, 2008 is going to be a rough one.
Economist Jerry Johnson expects sales will be off 15 to 20 percent and the new housing construction 20 percent. People keep moving to Portland but job growth is plateauing. There is still extra inventory which will take quite some time to get … (0 comments)
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