Monthly Archives for November 2010

1. Don’t pile everything you own on top of a an old truck. Rent a moving truck!! 2. Give your forwarding address to the post office, usually two to four weeks ahead of the move. 3. Notify your credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, and bank of the change of address. 4. Develop a list of […]

By Travis Newton, Sr. Mortgage Banker, Preferred Mortgage If you’ve been watching the economic news, you’ve probably noticed that market experts and traders have been keeping a close eye on the Commerce Department’s Personal Spending and Personal Income reports. Obviously, those reports provide insight into the health of our economy, but did you know they […]

Halloween Night was the inaugural event at our Newberg real estate office in downtown Newberg. We participated in the trick-or-treating, and to our amazement, we had well over 2,000 people through our small office last Sunday night for candy and coffee. It was wonderful way for the community to see who the new kid on the block […]

Last Friday night Bella Casa participated in Newberg’s First Friday Art Walk, which has also become a large monthly event and includes about 30 businesses in historic downtown Newberg. httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vb5vNjh9YQ4 We featured the art of Kim Hamblin, who is also a Bella Casa Realtor®. Kim works with cut paper, wood and nails. Some of you have […]

1. Find a real estate professional who’s simpatico. Homebuying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It’s critical that the practitioner you choose is both skilled and a good fit with your personality. 2. Remember, there’s no “right” time to buy, any more than there’s a right time to sell. […]

This evening, the Newberg Downtown Association sponsors its First Friday Art Walk, which has also become a large monthly event. I want to invite our clients who are able, to come and enjoy this event and also come and see our office. The event is from 5:pm to 8:pm and includes about 30 businesses in historic […]

Saturday, Nov. 6, 10:30-1:30pm at Red Ridge Farms Holiday Wreath & Centerpiece Class – 5700 NE Breyman Orchards Rd. Dayton. For info call 503-864-8502 Cozy up to the fire & create a beautiful holiday wreath, centerpiece, or both! We will provide a bounty of gorgeous foliage, greenery, twigs, pods, berries & bows to help you design […]

Join Olive You on November 17th at 6:00 PM for an evening of fun, fresh flavors and new friends. This basic class will focus on how to make holiday appetizers and hors d’oeuvres: Brie en Croute, Chicken and Shrimp Skewers, Bruscetta (2 kinds) and Griddle Corn Cakes Olive You is excited to offer cooking classes in our […]

Last week the number of mortgage applications increased. A drop in borrowing cost revitalized home refinancing and purchases in the U.S. The Mortgage Bankers Association’s index increased 3.2 percent this past week, while purchases gained 3.9 percent and refinancing grew 3 percent. Many economists projected a major housing recovery in 2010. While we’ve witnessed small […]

This Friday November 5th 5-9pm Bella Casa will participate in the Newberg Art Walk featuring the artwork of Kim Hamblin (a BC Realtor®) and Carl Craig’s exceptional glasswork (a BC client). Our new downtown Newberg office is located on 1st street. This is the perfect opportunity to check out our new digs while enjoying original […]