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Eligible borrowers can use their VA loan benefits to purchase a condominium rather than a single-family home. For first time homebuyers, a condo or townhome can have multiple benefits compared to a standalone house. However, to use your VA loan on a condo property, the property must be within a VA-approved development. Here's a guide to the basics...

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Posted on 04/27/2025

Outdoor Games That Keep Personal Space at the Top of Mind

Have you ever gotten together with friends or family only to realize you don’t know what activities to engage in? Maybe you have a great outdoor space that’s primed and ready, but you just don’t know how to incorporate playful activities into it. Fret not. Here are 3 easygoing and low-to-no-contact games for you and your guests. Kickball...

Posted on 04/20/2025

How to Make Your Own Mango Float

If you want to bring a fruity dessert to a potluck, consider trying a mango float. A traditional Filipino dessert, mango floats combine fresh, juicy mangos, whipped cream and graham crackers to make a light but decadent dish that’s easy to make in large quantities. Here is all the info you’ll need to make your own mango float...

Posted on 05/31/2025

2651 N Fremont St, Cornelius, OR 97113 now has a new price of $575,000!

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom Craftsman-style home, ready for its next chapter! The expansive layout balances functionality and comfort, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A main-level bedroom paired with a full bath creates an ideal guest retreat or private office space. Upstairs, discover a spacious primary suite, alongside three additional bedrooms, and a versatile loft space that provides the perfect setting for a playroom or creative retreat. Freshly painted exterior and interior, along with brand-new carpeting, set a clean, inviting tone throughout the home, while classic architectural details offer...

Posted on 05/23/2025

21188 SW Heiser St, Beaverton, OR 97006 is now new to the market!

Welcome to your canvas on a quiet street with great curb appeal, this four bedroom home is brimming with potential and poised for its next chapter. Featuring a spacious floor plan and solid bones, it’s ready for a light refresh or a full-scale reimagination—tailored entirely to your taste. Whether you’re looking to move in and update as you go, or envision a complete transformation, this property offers an excellent opportunity to bring your design vision to life. Set on a generously sized, fenced yard, there’s ample room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying peaceful afternoons in your own private retreat. Centrally...

Posted on 05/08/2025

20390 SW Avon Ct, Beaverton, OR 97078 is now new to the market!

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 1-3! Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this charming split-level residence is tucked away on a tranquil cul-de-sac in the desirable Cross Creek neighborhood. Set on a generously sized lot with mature landscaping, this home offers a peaceful, park-like setting ideal for gardening, play, or quiet relaxation beneath the trees. Step inside to the main level that connects the living, dining, and kitchen area, featuring hardwoods and classic finishes that exude warmth and comfort. The home boasts three spacious bedrooms and a versatile lower-level family room - perfect for movie nights, a playroom, home office, or...

Posted on 04/23/2025

2651 N Fremont St, Cornelius, OR 97113 is now new to the market!

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom Craftsman-style home, ready for its next chapter! The expansive layout balances functionality and comfort, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A main-level bedroom paired with a full bath creates an ideal guest retreat or private office space. Upstairs, discover a spacious primary suite, alongside three additional bedrooms, and a versatile loft space that provides the perfect setting for a playroom or creative retreat. Freshly painted exterior and interior, along with brand-new carpeting, set a clean, inviting tone throughout the home, while classic architectural details offer...

Posted on 04/16/2025

Another Property Sold - 1238 Se 36th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

Cute bungalow vibes in your dream location! Plump as a blueberry and pretty as a picture with carved rafter ends, bay windows and a covered front porch framed by tapered columns. The spacious living room has beautiful oak floors and bright SW corner windows with bench seating where you (or your lucky pets) can lounge in the sun beneath the magnolia blossoms. There’s a proper dining room for hosting with wide archways to the kitchen and living room to keep everyone connected, and custom built-ins to show off your book collection. Working from home? The second bedroom makes a great office, or commute to the basement where a huge bonus room and...