Brenda Jackson's (bjackson) Blog

I've noticed a trend, albeit a small one scattered throughout Union County.  In an effort to share the costs of a mortgage and general living expenses people have started moving in together. Just like in times of old there are several generations living under one roof and all contributing their e...

We're pretty excited about our latest technological addition to our marketing that benefits both Sellers and Buyers.  When you're out driving around Union County and see a for sale sign you can now download an application to your Smart Phone that will allow you instant access to the property info...

New on Market!  Privacy, seclusion, but just a short drive into Island City and La Grande! Just listed this updated 3 Bedroom 2 Bath manufactured home on 47 plus acres in Imbler, Or (North Union County).   The home has  been updated with new flooring, roof, decks, windows & more.  The decks have ...

Well, today was our first major snowfall and things were quite icy and slippery while driving around Union County showing La Grande Real Estate. Common sense things for showing property in the snow.  Kitty litter to use for traction...comes in easy to spread boxes now. Shovel for digging down to ...

I think it is very important for us Brokers to either buy a property or refinance every few years.  Why you may ask?  So that we can find out first hand just what our Buyers are going through when they go through the lending process. Just a few short years ago we could get a loan on a signature.....

As local temperatures dip below 0 it is important for us to remember to check on our vacant homes.  Some La Grande Real Estate properties are vacant waiting for the closing date so after checking on mine (and finding a furnace with a computer that went out) I thought I'd just remind everyone to k...

I'm glad to say that the stimulus package extended by Congress has had a definite positive impact on NorthEast Oregon real estate and La Grande Real Estate activity and Union County Real Estate activity.   While homes priced over $200,000 are slower moving, we still have  some real estate activit...