Rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages were near record lows this week as instability in financial markets overseas had investors seeking safety in bonds and mortgage-backed securities, Freddie Mac said in releasing the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. Rates were headed back up today, however, as renewed confidence in markets had investors moving funds back into riskier investments. Freddie Mac's survey showed rates on conventional, conforming 30-year fixed-rate loans averaging 4.78 percent with an average of 0.7 point for the week ending May 27, down from 4.84 percent a week ago. That's the lowest rate since the 4.71 percent (6 comments)
SALE PENDING - Right out of the gate! Just Listed by Gardner Team Real Estate 2,686 SF | 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | 2 Car Garage Master on Main + Office on Main + Bonus Room Perfectly situated on a large corner lot, this immaculate home boasts upgrades galore inside & out. Hardwoods, vaults, slab granite, beautiful tile work, custom cabinetry, butlers pantry, bonus rom, home office, MASTER ON THE MAIN & meticulous landscape design full of seasonal color year-around. Walking paths, park & YMCA - you'll LOVE Woodhaven living! Current Website www.WoodhavenLiving.com Here's the virtual tour
Just Listed by Gardner Team Real Estate | 23552 SW Mcloughlin Court - Sherwood, Oregon 97140 www.TheGardnerTeam.net/SherwoodViewHome Superbly located in the private Sherwood View Estates community, this stunning JC Reeves custom offers nearly one-half acre of lush landscaping with sprawling lawns, patios & dramatic views of Mt. Hood & St. Helens to be enjoyed year-around. Abundant in amenities, this estate features rich hardwoods, custom woodwork, built-ins, granite, tile, Décor appliances & so much more... You simply must preview this home! Proudly represented by Gardner Team Real Estate Contact Jason and Amber Gardnerfor a showing @ 971.832.1234 See more at www.SherwoodViewHome.com (2 comments)
Hopkins Elementary School "Crazy Hair" Fun Run Photograph by Amber Gardner There's a smarter way to search for and find Sherwood real estate for sale. For most, knowing where your child will be attending school is at the TOP of your list when looking for the perfect place to call home. As parents we understand how important the ability to SEARCH by SCHOOL is. That's why at www.SherwoodHomesandLand.com we took the time to carefully organize the ability for you to do just that. Whether you're looking for Sherwood homes around Hopkins, Edy Ridge, Middleton, Archer Glen, Sherwood Middle or Laurel Ridge, (1 comments)
Welcome to 15875 SW BALER WAY ... OPEN SUNDAY 1/17/2010 from 1-4 Whether you're looking for that perfect First Time Home Buyer find or that home that will offer you easy Sherwood living, look no further. Here's a great one level home located in the desirable Sherwood Village neighborhood. The layout is spacious with vaults, flowing hardwoods, decor nooks, large windows and cozy gas fireplace. Fenced yard with deck, easy-care landscaping, sprinklers, garden beds and even RV parking! The location is excellent being close to shopping, entertainment, Langer Park, walking trails, schools and public transportation. One Level Sherwood Home | (2 comments)
sherwood homes: Sherwood Renaissance Home Listed by The Gardner Team
- 01/17/10 07:20 AM
Elegant entertainer located in lovely Renaissance Cedar Creek East community. Expansive floor plan with spacious rooms and beautiful amenities throughout to include rich hardwoods, high ceilings, decorator paint colors, arched entries, maple cabinets w/cherry finish, slab granite, loft & beautiful landscaping - It's a must see! Contact Jason H. Gardner at 971.832.1234 for more information or to see this home. Enjoy an exclusive property website coming soon - www.RenaissanceLuxuryHome.com Contact Your Sherwood Real Estate Team at GardnerTeam.net (0 comments)
In a recent post we wrote titled "The Housing Market Says "SELL NOW" Not in Spring" we covered some very important points why NOW is the new spring season. There's a lot of buzz going on out there about this very topic with respect that the New Year is here and the Home Buyer Tax Credit deadline is approaching. Zillow warns that the tax credit "will force buyers to speed up their decisions." Trulia stated, "Taking a chance and starting the sale process earlier will reap distinct benefits in 2010. The beginning of the year is going to be make-it-or-break-it, if you're (2 comments)
sherwood homes: SELLER VIDEO - A Personal Introduction to Sherwood's Equestrian Estate For Sale
- 10/27/09 06:14 AM
We're excited to share with you this seller video we had professionally produced to provide you with a personal introduction of this beautifully remodeled luxury equestrian estate we're representing for sale on Baker Road in Sherwood Oregon. Please take a moment to hear from them and learn more about this amazing place. We'd love to hear your feedback and even what you love about living or visiting the Sherwood area. From the natural beauty of this horse haven to the endless possibilities - you owe yourself a visit in person - Please feel free to share your comments below and Call (4 comments)
L I S T E D & S O L D by Gardner Team Real Estate Our clients of this one level home on Pine Street in Sherwood are thrilled that we SOLD their home immediately after going on the market! 1440 Sqft | 4 Bedrooms | Huge 1/4 Acre Lot | New Updates | 2 Car Garage Marketed, Represented and SOLD by The Gardner Team Your Sherwood Real Estate Team Remember, when you want results, you need The Gardner Team. We guarantee our service like we guarantee results. Contact our team with confidence for all (0 comments)
If everyone is moving forward together, than success takes care of itself - This is something that happens everyday when Realtors work together to successfully make their clients dreams come true. To have a successful real estate transaction requires "teamwork" and that's exactly what you'll get when you hire The Gardner Team! Real estate is about YOU and we're working hard for our clients all day, everyday to make sure your needs, wants and desires are met. We're proud to announce that in the past 24 hours we've helped more families locate their dream home and FOUR more homes will be going Sale Pending right here in Sherwood as a result! Sale Pending by The Gardner Team in the (0 comments)
We're pleased to share that we went SALE PENDING on half-a-dozen homes in 72 Hours! That's a lot of happy faces and moving boxes! Boy, it's been very busy in the local real estate market for The Gardner Team. If you're searching for homes under "My Listings" in our John L. Scott webpage, looking at our "Featured Listings" on our personal website www.TheGardnerTeam.net or are maybe paying attention to all local listings on Sherwood's local MLS and real estate search engine, www.SherwoodHomesandLand.com than you may have noticed the number of new homes "Gardner Team Real Estate" has been putting on the market and the number of listings that seem to disappear in thin-air the next time you blink... (0 comments)
sherwood homes: Urgent News for Home Sellers
- 09/19/09 05:45 PM
URGENT NEWS FOR HOME SELLERS! Thinking about selling your home? Now is a GREAT time for you to ride the wave of first time home buyers before the credit expires on November 30th!
If you're a home-seller, this market provides an amazing opportunity for you to find a great deal on a move up home. Not only that, this is also a great time to sell your current home and ride the wave of first time home buyers before the tax credit expires on November 30th of 2009. Many first time home buyers have limited inventory to choose from when it comes to purchasing (1 comments)
Read full post at www.discoversherwood.com With time running out on the hefty federal income-tax, perspective first time home buyers do not want to end up a day late and $8,000 dollars short. Here's some helpful advice to insure you're successful in the purchase of your home in Sherwood Oregon or the surrounding areas... With respect that in "today's changing market" it can take upwards of 30-45 days to close on a home, this means that perspective buyers who still want to take advantage of the credit are coming down to the wire to meet the deadline as it relates to finding (0 comments)
The Gardner Team JUST LISTED this beautiful Sherwood Home on Friers in Sherwood Oregon. It boasts a large landscaped lot with huge fenced backyard featuring a garden bed, tool shed & spacious patio. This home has new siding, interior and exterior paint, new carpet, bamboo and tile floors comes fully applianced - yes, including the washer and dryer too! It's an amazing layout that's both functional, light & bright, abundant in windows & soaring vaults. It's an outstanding value & great location just walking distance to Sherwood High & Park. It's a MUST SEE! If you're a buyer or Realtor (2 comments)
Featured on www.DiscoverSherwood.com Through August 2009, 315,000 first-time homebyers took advantge of the Recovery Act tax credit of up to $8,000. Of them so far, 3,565 Orgonians have taken advantage of the first time home buyer tax credit! According to a U.S. Treasury Department report, these facts only include buyers who claimed the credit on amended 2008 tax returns. However, the number of buyers in Oregon is expected to significantly increase because many are expected to file the credit on their 2009 tax return in early 2010. Across the map, California led all the states with 42,304 credits claimed. Followed by (0 comments)
In Sherwood Oregon alone, 95 of this years 182 Sherwood homes sales fall within the first time home buyer tax credit range of $200K - $300K. This makes a up nearly half of ALL homes sold in Sherwood so far this year. (Data provided to RMLS - Residential Homes, Sold Date Range 1/1/09 to 9/1/09)
Learn more about the first time home buyer tax credit here. Keep up on Sherwood first time home buyer info at www.DiscoverSherwood.com (0 comments)
Located at the edge of town in the desirable Murdock area is this immaculate split-level traditional with large landscaped yards and a great floor plan featuring like new carpet, an open kitchen, many updates from tile, granite to fixtures, a large movie theater bonus room with lit theater seating and adjacent office or 4th bedroom on the lower level. The spacious great-room features a cozy stone wood burning fireplace and vaulted ceilings that add to the openness that flows throughout the home. The exterior features a brand new roof and spacious split-level deck for outdoor entertaining and enjoyment. Enjoy beautiful (1 comments)
Our motivated sellers of this beautiful home on Madrona Lane in Sherwood, Oregon have JUST reduced the price of their home to $299,900. That makes this 2,454 Square Foot home only $122 per square Foot and truly the BEST value in town! The best deal in town just got better! The sellers are offering another incentive to buy this beautiful home NOW - Get a $10K credit at closing on any accepted offer for upgrades and/or closing costs! All the way around, this is a deal of a lifetime - Hurry! Property (0 comments)
With great interest rate opportunities, generous home loan programs, outstanding move up home choices and the first time home buyer tax credit that may bring new buyers flocking to buy your home before the credit ends, this is truly a great opportunity for the savvy homeowner to take full advantage of this historic market and move up... Read Article
Our motivated sellers of this beautiful home on Madrona Lane in Sherwood, Oregon have recently reduced the price of their home to $309,000. That makes this 2,454 Square Foot home only $126 per square Foot and truly the BEST value in town! TODAY we just released another incentive to buy this home now! Get a $10K credit at closing on any accepted offer for upgrades and/or closing costs! All the way around, this is a deal of a lifetime - Hurry!
Listed by Jason H. Gardner (971) 832-1234 | The Gardner Team with John L. Scott Real Estate/Sherwood (0 comments)