Navigating Real Estate

<p >A recent analysis by LendingTree found that single women who live by themselves are more likely to own a home than single men in 48 of 50 states. The analysis has generated quite the buzz, being written about in...

<p >Many homeowners today are looking for the liberating feeling that comes with space-efficient, sustainable housing. Hiatus Homes has been making waves in the world of sustainable architecture and design, redefining...

<p >ADUs, or Accessory Dwelling Units, are a hot topic in Bend real estate. A broker at RE/MAX Key Properties did some research and found that as of January of 2022, 702 ADU permits had been approved in the City of Bend...

<p>Every month we are inundated with the latest statistics about the real estate market. Headlines scream at us about median home price increases, inventory fluctuations, job reports, inflation, and interest rates. But...

<p>If you are advising clients on purchasing a property with acreage in Central Oregon, whether it be a hobby farm or a full-scale hay operation, you need to understand water issues in Central Oregon. From water rights...

<p>The Bend Central District (also known as the BCD) is a special place for many people. Located at the very heart of our rapidly growing city, the BCD has enormous potential to provide more housing and jobs near...

<p>Affordable housing is a big topic of conversation in Bend. And for good reason. As we’ve watched home prices soar here locally over the course of the last two years, the dream of home ownership can feel out of reach...

<p>Yeehaw! We’ve seen increased interest in Ranch and Land properties, both here in Central Oregon and throughout the Mountain West. In part due to the pandemic and people shifting away from cities and towards rural...

<p>Effective July 1, 2023, homes listed for sale in Bend must include a home energy score report card for buyers to review. Developing a Home Energy Score program is part of the Bend Community Climate Action Plan to...

<p>Mortgage rates continue to dominate the headlines. Because of our office’s connection with Motto Mortgage Cascades, we recently got the inside scoop on some changes that are coming, and the impacts are surprising.</p>

<p>Unlike other industries, real estate brokers have a wide range of responsibilities. From marketing to lead generation to contract negotiations, legal issues, and bookkeeping, it’s a lot to stay on top of. If you...

<p>Buyer fatigue. What is it? How can we diagnose it? How can we cure it? In this episode Ryan Buccola and Chris Scott explore the reasons behind buyer fatigue and how to help your clients overcome the debilitating...

<p>We're in a shifting market. There are many factors at play, both in Bend and across the country. In this episode Ryan Buccola and Tenley Houghton discuss how to find opportunity in a changing economic landscape...

It's the holiday season. A time of year when we think about those less fortunate and how we can give back. In this episode, Ryan Buccola and Debbie Martorano discuss the importance of giving back to the community your...

Are you a real estate broker looking to make a move? In this episode, Ryan Buccola and Jackie Schaible discuss what to some may seem like a scary topic: moving brokerages. While it can be scary, given the right...