The Troy Team's Blog

5 Things to Clean Before You Move In

Posted on 03/21/2021

Image by pascalhelmer from Pixabay You’ve spent months scouring home listings and viewing houses. Once you found your dream home, you signed the contracts and successfully closed. Congratulations! It’s time to get started on this next exciting chapter of your life. While you’re probably eager to move your belongings into your new home, it’s a good idea to...

Home Cleaning

Homeowner

Tile vs. Concrete - Which is Better to Resurface Your Patio Table

Posted on 03/14/2021

Photo by OpenClipart-Vectors via Pixabay Give new life to outdoor tabletops using concrete or tile - and liven up one of the most important parts of your home, your porch or patio. It is surprisingly easy to make over an existing table; in some cases, the base of a table remains in excellent shape, while the horizontal surface...

DIY

Outdoor Living

How to Build a Sustainable Home

Posted on 03/07/2021

Image by 政徳吉田 from Pixabay Green living is all the rage, and you can fully immerse yourself in a sustainable lifestyle if you decide to build your own home rather than purchase an existing property. During the planning and design phase, you can work with your builder to incorporate sustainable features into your new construction home. After...

Posted on 02/28/2021

Photo by Gustavo Frazao via Shutterstock Whether you’ve been saving up for a while or you’re just getting started, getting into a home might be easier than you think. If you’re looking to buy a home, but you just aren’t sure about tying all your savings into a house, check out the various loan options with low down...

Mortgage

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Posted on 02/21/2021

Zoning Variance Requests

Image by Michi S from Pixabay Every property has an assigned zone that controls how you can use it. In residential zones, for example, you often have to abide by restrictions regarding business activity and animal husbandry. Commercial and industrial zoning also comes with many restrictions for its use, limiting the types of businesses that can be operated...

Zoning

Homeowner

16535 SW Hargis Rd, Beaverton, OR 97007 is now new to the market!

Posted on 04/02/2021

Fantastic Move-In-Ready home in Cooper Mountain Neighborhood! Corner lot w/expansive fully fenced, level backyard, perfect to soak up the sun or enjoy shade under the gazebo. Spacious floor plan w/new carpet & freshly painted interior. Furnace, AC, water heater, dishwasher, microwave & cooktop about 2 years old, W&D 4 years old. Solar panels. Exterior storage room. Nearby parks & trails. Schools: Cooper Mountain, Highland Park & Mountainside. Did we say...

Beaverton

Another Property Sold - 3781 NW 1ST CT, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Posted on 03/10/2021

Cheerful & Well-Maintained Spacious five bedroom, open floor plan allows for functional living & work-from-home concept. Roomy three-car garage, w/25' deep bay for your boat! New interior & exterior paint. New carpet in family & dining rooms. Knotty Birch Hardwoods floors on main, huge mud room w/cabinets, Vacuflo system, engineered plank upstairs. Private street in a quiet, cozy neighborhood, close to Intel, Patterson, Evergreen & Glencoe Schools. Easy access to HWY 26, an hour to the...

Hillsboro

Another Property Sold - 222 NE Donelson St, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Posted on 02/27/2021

This well maintained single level home offers spacious rooms, covered deck, southern exposure and a good size backyard with raised garden beds and a tool shed. Amenities include: hardwood floors in the entry/hall, indoor laundry, walk-closets, and a gas fireplace. The extra large garage includes built-in cabinets. Great location on a quite street and just a few blocks from downtown Hillsboro where you can enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, the farmers market and access to the MAX...

Hillsboro

Another Property Sold - 606 NE Adwick Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97006

Posted on 02/27/2021

BETTER THAN NEW! Every surfaced touched in this condo remodel with new vinyl plank floors throughout, new paint and trim, new granite counters, new subway tile backsplash, new refrigerator, new range, new water heater, new washer and dryer, and more! Wonderful community amenities including pool, rec room, and gym. Perfect for MAX commuters, first time home owners or investors. Convenient access to shopping, dining, and public transit. HOA includes internet, water, sewer and...

Hillsboro

Another Property Sold - 9785 SW Melnore St, Portland, OR 97225

Posted on 02/26/2021

In the market for a mid-century home? This classic, 1957 single story home is nestled in Old Vista Hills on a 15,000sf level lot! Wonderful location with quick & easy access to Hwy 217 & 26, Nike, St Vincent's, & Downtown. The 236sf bonus room is perfect for a remote office, media or exercise room. Ridgewood Elementary is just a minute away. Stroll through the established neighborhood surrounded by mature trees & wide streets. Don't miss the opportunity to live in this timeless, classic...

Portland