Monthly Archives for June 2010

If you’re wondering whether renting is better than buying you need to take many factors into consideration, such as the rate of rising prices, how long you stay in the home, and lost opportunity costs. Compare the costs of buying and renting a home in a calculator we think is just fabulous. Input a few […]

The heat is finally arriving in Yamhill County and it’s a good time to confirm your air condition is up to snuff. A central air conditioning system can provide years of satisfactory cooling with relatively little maintenance. However, a seasonal start-up check and periodic maintenance is recommended. Homeowner Checklist The amount of do-it-yourself air conditioning […]

When negotiating to purchase a home, many buyers focus mostly on the sales price, which is understandable. After all, a home is typically the largest transaction home buyers have been involved with and the price paid is a huge factor in their monthly payment. However, in addition to negotiating the price of a home, a […]

The Senate has passed a bill to give homebuyers another three months to close on their homes and receive tax credits up to $8,000. The Tax Extenders Bill would apply to homebuyers who met the April 30, 2010 deadline with a signed contract to purchase a new or existing primary residence. The amendment would extend the […]

Long-time residents and out-of-towners alike will enjoy the events offered this weekend in the McMinnville and Newberg areas Friday, June 25th 1. The Trilogy Winemaker’s Dinner, Artist Quick Draw, and Art Auction will kick off the summer season with delicious food prepared by local chefs and wine from regional winemakers served in the beautiful setting of […]

To our Clients and Friends, It has been a few months since I wrote a commentary on our market conditions. We have been exceedingly busy with increased market activity, further developing and refining our business models and strategies for changing times, and working on absolutely grueling transactions to hold them together and get them closed. […]

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Rates as of Monday, June 14th, 2010. Mortgage Rates Courtesy of: Travis Newton Sr. Mortgage Banker Oregon FHA & USDA Financing Expert Preferred Mortgage 503.931.4490 Get Pre-Approved Here ML-137/NMLS-269195

Looking for someplace special to take Dad for Father’s Day? There are quite a few great local events going on in Yamhill County Father’s Day weekend, from McMinnville to Amity to Newberg. Oregon Brews & BBQ’s (a benefit for McMinnville Habitat for Humanity) Located in McMinnville on 5th & Lafayette Ave in the Granary District Friday […]

Make an Antique Wire Wrapped Ring Free: All supplies provided, Kids 6 and older and adults, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Weave Your Own Basket Free: All supplies provided, Kids 12 and older and adults, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Primitive Yoyo Flags Make a Cute Country Flag. Free: All supplies provided, Kids 12 and older […]