The Troy Doty Podcast

If you're a Portland-area homeowner with a low-rate VA loan, that mortgage might be one of the strongest selling points you have. Most buyers shop on the monthly payment, and a rate in the 2% to 4% range can put your...

If the last time you bought or sold a home was before 2024, the process looks a little different now. The NAR settlement changed how buyer agent commissions are handled, and the headlines were dramatic, but most people...

Have you ever received an offer on your home that felt almost insulting? Maybe it came in way below asking price and your first instinct was to shut it down immediately. In this video, I walk you through four smart ways...

What do you do if you find the next house before yours sells? It's one of the biggest concerns I hear from homeowners, and buying before selling is absolutely possible with the right plan. In my video, I walk through...

Have you ever checked Zillow and thought you knew exactly what your home was worth? Most homeowners start there, and I get it, it's quick, and it gives you a number right away, but that number can be off by thousands...

Are home prices finally going to drop in 2026? A lot of people think this has to be the year, but the data tells a different story. In this video, I break down what the FHFA House Price Index, Zillow, and Redfin are...

If you’re a veteran or active duty service member, you’ve earned access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools available. The problem is that most people do not fully understand how to use it. In this video, I’ll...

Thinking about skipping one detail in your home disclosure? Before you do, think again. Failing to disclose some issues in the past (even if they’ve already been resolved) will not only derail your sale, but it might...

Is the thought of coordinating a home sale and a purchase keeping you from making a move? In this video, I cut through the complexity and walk you through the three practical paths available for buyers looking to move...

"What's really happening in the Portland housing market?" Portland Metro's December 2025 data reveals a market of contrasts: closed sales are up, but new listings are down. In this update, I decode the latest data to...

Want to sell your home but don’t know how to get it ready for the open market? I know it can be overwhelming to prepare your home for sale, but it’s worth it: In this market, quality homes sell fast, while others run...

As the year wraps up, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. 2025 moved fast, and for many of you, it included big decisions, new opportunities, and important conversations about what comes next. Here's a short...

Is your home sale plan stuck in the past? Listing on the MLS and hoping for a call isn't a strategy; it's a gamble. That’s why I developed a three-bucket marketing approach that actively pushes your home to the right...

Want to avoid the spring homebuying rush? If you’ve been wondering whether the holidays are a good time to buy a home, the truth might surprise you. This season brings less competition, more motivated sellers, and a...

Here you can expect to find a variety of content designed to support you at every stage of your real estate journey.