mel ahrens kelly right real estate: First Time Homebuyer? Consider These Tips
- 10/17/22 09:50 AM
Tips For First-Time Homebuyers
Some Highlights If you’re trying to buy your first home in today’s housing market, you’ll want to know what you can do as mortgage rates rise and inventory stays low overall. Connect with a lender to get pre-approved, prioritize your wish list, consider condos, and expand your search radius. Your first home is out there. Let’s connect to explore your options and what other first-time buyers are doing to find their homes. … (3 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Home Ownership - Emotional & Non-Financial Benefits
- 10/17/22 09:23 AM
The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership
With higher mortgage rates, you might be wondering if now's the best time to buy a home. While the financial aspects are important to consider, there are also powerful non-financial reasons it may make sense to make a move. Here are just a few of the benefits that come with homeownership.
Homeowners Can Make Their Home Truly Their Own Owning your home gives you a significant sense of accomplishment because it’s a space you can customize to your heart’s desire. That can bring you added happiness.
In fact, a report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows making updates or … (2 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Do I Need a 20% Down Payment to Purchase a Home?
- 10/10/22 11:53 PM
Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.
As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start.
If that sounds like you, your down payment could be more in reach than you originally thought. Here’s why.
The 20% Down Payment Myth If you believe you have to put 20% down on a home, you may have based your goal on a common misconception. Freddie Mac explains:
“. . . nearly a third of prospective homebuyers … (4 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Key Milestones in Buying a Home
- 10/07/22 07:46 PM
The Journey To Buy a Home
Some Highlights When you head out to buy a home, there are a number of key milestones you’ll encounter along the way. The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making an offer, and more. Your journey starts here. Let’s connect so you have expert guidance each step of the way. … (1 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Two Questions
- 10/06/22 08:11 PM
Two Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Right Now
Rising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and others wondering if now is the time to buy one. But this rise in borrowing cost shows no signs of letting up soon.
Economic uncertainty and the volatility of the financial markets are causing mortgage rates to rise. George Ratiu, Senior Economist and Manager of Economic Research at realtor.com, says this:
“While even two months ago rates above … (1 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Sellers May See Less Buyer Competition
- 10/04/22 09:44 AM
Buyers: You May Face Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease
One of the top stories in recent real estate headlines was the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. With so many buyers looking to purchase a home and so few of them available for sale, fiercely competitive bidding wars became the norm during the pandemic – and it drove home prices up. If you tried to buy a house over the past two years, you probably experienced this firsthand and may have been outbid on several homes along the way.
But here’s the news you’ve been waiting for: data shows clear signs bidding … (2 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Your Net Worth & Owning A Home
- 10/03/22 11:00 PM
How Owning a Home Builds Your Net Worth
Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives your net worth a big boost. And with high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and building your wealth is especially important.
If you’re looking to increase your financial security, here’s why now could be a good time to start on your journey toward homeownership.
Owning a Home Is a Key Ingredient for Financial Success A report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) details several homeownership trends, including a significant gap in net … (3 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Prepping Your House For Sale This Fall
- 10/03/22 10:54 PM
How To Prep Your House for Sale This Fall
Today’s housing market is different than it was just a few months ago. And if you’re thinking about selling your house, that may leave you wondering what you need to do differently as a result. The answer is simple. Taking the time upfront to prep your house appropriately and create a solid plan can help bring in the greatest return on your investment.
Here are a few simple tips to make sure you maximize the sale of your house this fall.
1. Price It Right One of the first things buyers will notice is the price of your … (2 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Considering Buying vs Renting Your Home
- 09/30/22 10:52 AM
Rents continue to increase. Renters are paying someone else's mortgage and increasing their landlord's equity. Call me if you would like to discuss buying a home versus renting. I can help you as you consider your options.
If you would like additional information on the real estate market (including lender contacts) in Hood River and Wasco County, I can assist you.
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: How To Think Strategically as a Buyer in Today’s Market
- 12/02/21 03:43 PM
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game.
The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and planning. Here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your plan is as strong as possible when you begin your home search.
Pre-Approval: the Best Opening Play To Make as a Homebuyer It’s important to have a great opening play when you’re buying a home. And the best move you can make when you … (0 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Happy National Dog Day!
- 08/26/20 01:08 PM
Happy National Dog Day!
Every Day is Dog Day!
Heading back from a hike with Mt Hood in the mirror. Every day is a ball day, or a frisbee day, or a hike day, or some combination; a day with my dog.
Or sunset at the waterfront in Hood River
Let's see a picture of your dog(s)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Hood River Blood Drive - April 7 & 8, 2020
- 04/06/20 12:43 PM
There is a significant shortage of blood due to cancellations from the COVID-19 pandemic. There is an even greater need for blood donations due to blood drives being canceled.
Did you know in the next hour, 1,800 people will need blood in the United States. And another 1,800 the following 60 minutes. That is 43,200 people in one day who need blood. Donating blood saves lives.
The American Red Cross is having a blood drive in Hood River this week. Please donate as you could help save a life. The blood drive is:
Tue, April 7, 2020, 9:30am - 3:30pm, Insitu Waucoma Building, 902 Wasco … (1 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Updated - Wasco County Residential Sales Activity January 2020
- 02/10/20 01:29 PM
An additional January 2020 home sale ($375,000 in Maupin) was reported today (02/10/20). This additional home sale revised the January 2020 Wasco County Residential Sales Activity report I provided a few days ago. The revised report follows.
During January 2020, twenty-four (24) homes sold in Wasco County, ranging in price from a low of $60,900 to a high of $467,900. The average sales price for homes sold in Wasco County was $244,100 ($42k less than Dec 2019) with a median sales price of $248,000. The average square footage of the sold homes was 1,662, with a median of 1,737 square feet. The … (3 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Hood River County Home Sales Activity January 2020
- 02/08/20 04:23 PM
During January 2020, seventeen (17) homes sold in Hood River County, ranging in price from a low of $200,000 to a high of $1,500,000. In December 2019, twenty-seven (27) homes sold. The Hood River County average sales price was $451,700 and the median sales price was $375,000 during January 2020. The average square footage of the sold homes was 1,851, with a median of 1,570 square feet. The Average Days on Market (DOM) was 64 days, with a Median DOM of 55 days. The average sale price was approximately 14.7% less than the average original list price during January 2020 for … (1 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Wasco County Residential Sales Activity January 2020
- 02/05/20 09:03 PM
During January 2020, twenty-three (23) homes sold in Wasco County, ranging in price from a low of $60,900 to a high of $467,900. The average sales price for homes sold in Wasco County was $238,400 ($48k less than Dec 2019) with a median sales price of $241,000. The average square footage of the sold homes was 1,664, with a median of 1,680 square feet. The average Days on Market (DOM) was 124 days, with a median DOM of 42 days. The average DOM was impacted by three (3) home sales selling after more than 400 days. Excluding these long DOM homes, … (3 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Hood River Bridge Single Lane Closure January 31, 2020
- 01/31/20 08:28 AM
The Hood River Bridge will have single-lane closures on January 31, 2020. The closure is due to repair inspections of the guardrails. The single-lane closures will begin at 9am and last until the repairs are completed.
Plan accordingly and expect minimal delays (10-15 minutes) with traffic backups. Flaggers will be assisting drivers as they proceed through the work zones. Drive safely and keep an eye out for workers.
For more information, you may call the Port of Hood River at (541) 386-1645 or email porthr@gorge.net.
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Reminder The Dalles Blood Drive Tomorrow Jan 28, 2020 Please Donate
- 01/22/20 12:21 AM
There is a significant shortage of blood this time of year. Did you know in the next hour, 1,800 people will need blood in the United States. And another 1,800 the following 60 minutes. That is 43,200 people in one day who need blood. Donating blood saves lives.
The American Red Cross is having a blood drive in The Dalles tomorrow. Please donate as you could help save a life. The blood drive is:
Tue, Jan 28, 2020, 12:30pm - 6:30pm, Ft Dalles Readiness Center, 402 E Scenic Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058
Can't make it to the blood drive in The Dalles? Good news, there are other … (0 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Reminder - The Dalles Blood Drive Jan 28, 2020
- 01/22/20 12:17 AM
There is a significant shortage of blood this time of year. Did you know in the next hour, 1,800 people will need blood in the United States. And another 1,800 the following 60 minutes. That is 43,200 people in one day who need blood. Donating blood saves lives.
REMINDER: The American Red Cross is having a blood drive in The Dalles later next week. Please donate as you could help save a life. The blood drive is:
Tue, Jan 28, 2020, 12:30pm - 6:30pm, Ft Dalles Readiness Center, 402 E Scenic Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058
Can't make it to the blood drive in The Dalles? Good news, … (2 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Hood River Blood Drive January 28, 2020
- 01/18/20 03:44 AM
There is a significant shortage of blood this time of year. Did you know in the next hour, 1,800 people will need blood in the United States. And another 1,800 the following 60 minutes. That is 43,200 people in one day who need blood. Donating blood saves lives.
The American Red Cross is having a blood drive in the Hood River later this month. Please donate as you could help save a life. The blood drive is:
Tue, Jan 28, 2020, 1:00pm - 6:00pm, Oregon National Guard Armory, 12th & Belmont, Hood River, OR 97031
Can't make it to the blood drive in Hood River? Good news, … (0 comments)
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mel ahrens kelly right real estate: Hood River County Home Sales December 2019
- 01/18/20 03:13 AM
During December 2019, twenty-seven (27) homes sold in Hood River County, ranging in price from a low of $130,000 to a high of $989,000. The Hood River County average sales price was $427,600 and the median sales price was $430,000 during December 2019. The average square footage of the sold homes was 1,756, with a median of 1,755 square feet. The Average Days on Market (DOM) was 79 days, with a Median DOM of 40 days. The average sale price was approximately 4.7% less than the average original list price during December 2019 for Hood River County.
There were 21 homes sold in … (3 comments)
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