Portland Real Estate Blog
This is a top 100 real estate blog in the world according to Feedspot.com. In particular, this is a local real estate blog written by a top 1% real estate agent in the U.S., Stephen FitzMaurice, Realtor. Stephen regularly reports on the greater Portland metro area’s real estate market including annual housing forecasts and best time to sell or buy a home reports. He gives home selling and home buying professional advice. He also writes informative articles on Portland neighborhoods and suburbs as they relate to the real estate market. Finally, he writes to inform the general public about real estate agents, such as annual average real estate agent commission reports and more.
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Best Time to Sell or Buy a HomeCategory Best Time to Sell or Buy a Home
Every year Stephen FitzMaurice, top 1% agent in the U.S. writes a best time of the year to sell a… Read More
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Buy a Home in PortlandCategory Buy a Home in Portland
Kami Price, Principal Broker is our lead buyer's agent and a top 1% buyer's agent in the Portland metro area.… Read More
Subcategories- Buyer Closing Costs
- Buying a Condo in Portland
- Coming Soon and Pocket Listings
- Deeds, Title, and Escrow
- Downpayment Grants for Home Buyers
- Portland Housing Affordability
- Portland School Ratings
- Rent vs Buy Reports
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Construction Rates, ADUS, and ZoningCategory Construction Rates, ADUS, and Zoning
Supply vs. demand drives the Portland real estate market. Increased zoning density, ADU opportunities, and new home construction rates can… Read More
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Portland Home HazardsCategory Portland Home Hazards
Portland, Oregon, like any other city is home to many hazards for home buyers and sellers. We have flood risks,… Read More
Subcategories- Portland Earthquakes and Landslides
- Portland Flood Maps and Updates
- Portland Mold Problems
- Portland Radon Maps and Updates
- Portland Underground Oil Tanks
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Portland Landlord InformationCategory Portland Landlord Information
Landlord laws in Portland, Oregon are extensive and constantly changing. We report on these changes and give researched articles on… Read More
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Portland Neighborhood ReportsCategory Portland Neighborhood Reports
Out of Love for Portland Portland, Oregon is an amazing place with distinct neighborhoods, each with its own attractions and… Read More
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Portland Real EstateCategory Portland Real Estate
While everything in our blog could fall under the general category of Portland real estate, we decided to put Portland… Read More
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Portland Real Estate AgentsCategory Portland Real Estate Agents
Curious about Realtors? We write regular articles about average real estate agent commission rates, the number of real estate agents… Read More
Subcategories- EXP Realty
- How Many Realtors Are There
- How Much Do Realtors Make
- How to Pick a Real Estate Agent
- Portland Realtor Awards
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Portland Real Estate MarketCategory Portland Real Estate Market
The Portland real estate market is always changing. It takes a very busy real estate agent, top 1% in Portland,… Read More
Subcategories- Portland Condo Market
- Portland Real Estate Market Forecasts
- Portland Real Estate Market Monthly Reports
- Portland Short Sale and Foreclosure Market
- Portland, Oregon Population Growth or Decline
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Portland Real Estate Suburb ReportsCategory Portland Real Estate Suburb Reports
We write regular reports on each Portland suburb's real estate market including current performance and forecasts, as well as informational… Read More
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Real Estate Commission RatesCategory Real Estate Commission Rates
Real estate commission rates are a hot topic in the real estate industry and important to my clients. Since the… Read More
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Real Estate TechnologyCategory Real Estate Technology
As a top real estate team in the U.S. it has been crucial for us to stay on top of… Read More
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Sell a Home in PortlandCategory Sell a Home in Portland
Top 1% Seller's Agent Planning on selling a home in the next year or so? You've come to the right… Read More
Subcategories- For Sale By Owner Reports
- How many Days or Showings to Sell
- How to Sell an Inherited Home
- Portland Home Energy Score
- Portland Home Value
- Professional Home Staging and Tips
- Reasons Why a Home Sells or Doesn't
- Seller Closing Costs
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What Causes a Home to Sell for MoreCategory What Causes a Home to Sell for More
Different types of homes sell faster than others (much faster). We provide the research. Whether you're considering adding a bathroom… Read More
Subcategories- ADU Homes Sell for More Reports
- Bedroom Suite Homes Sell for More
- Septic Sells for More than Sewer Reports
- Single Level Homes Sell for More Reports
- Swimming Pool Homes Sell for Less Reports
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Best Time to Buy a Home
Best Time of the Year to Buy a Home in 2023
As the greater Portland real estate market cools off, 2023 looks to be a fantastic time to purchase a home. But even within that year there will be months where it is easier to find a home you want for a good price, and months where it will be a lot harder. Overcome the challenges […]
Best time of the year to buy a home in Portland 2022
Every year we write a best time of the year to sell a home and to buy a home in the greater Portland real estate market. I’ve been licensed to help people buy and sell homes in the area since 2003, and every year (except for 2020) the best time to sell and the best […]
Best Time to Buy a Home in the Portland Market – 2019 Update
Every year we post a best time of the year to sell a home update, and now we are starting a best time of the year to buy a home in the Portland real estate market. As you would imagine, these market times are in nearly opposite every year. Exception: if you need to sell […]
Best Time to Sell a Home
Best Time of the Year to Sell a Home
For many years I’ve been writing a report for the Portland real estate market that explains the best time to sell a home in our area. I update this report annually because the seasonal impact on our real estate market is severe. Seasonal changes have an oversized impact on our housing market that can be […]
Best Time of the Year to Sell a Home, 2023 Report
For many years I’ve been writing a report for the Portland real estate market that explains the best time to sell a home in our area. I do this annually because the seasonal impact on our real estate market is severe. Seasonal changes have an oversized impact on our housing market that seems muted in […]
Best Time of the Year to Sell a Home – 2022 Report
Seasonal real estate market trends in Portland have an enormous impact on a home buying and selling. Tell me what month of the year it is and I can tell you how buyers and sellers are experiencing our local real estate market, within the year’s larger trend. Licensed since 2003, I’ve seen the seasons trends […]
Best Time to Sell or Buy a Home
Best Time of the Year to Sell a Home
For many years I’ve been writing a report for the Portland real estate market that explains the best time to sell a home in our area. I update this report annually because the seasonal impact on our real estate market is severe. Seasonal changes have an oversized impact on our housing market that can be […]
Best Time of the Year to Sell a Home, 2023 Report
For many years I’ve been writing a report for the Portland real estate market that explains the best time to sell a home in our area. I do this annually because the seasonal impact on our real estate market is severe. Seasonal changes have an oversized impact on our housing market that seems muted in […]
Best Time of the Year to Buy a Home in 2023
As the greater Portland real estate market cools off, 2023 looks to be a fantastic time to purchase a home. But even within that year there will be months where it is easier to find a home you want for a good price, and months where it will be a lot harder. Overcome the challenges […]
Buy a Home in Portland
Rent VS. Buy a Home in Portland, Oregon – 2024 Update
According to one survey, 94% of respondents considered owning a home part of the American Dream; however, 51% of people who didn’t already own a home worried that they never would. With a rising cost of housing prices, an increase in federal interest rates, and a lack of housing stock, this fear is somewhat warranted. […]
Buying a Condo in Portland? 10 Things to Know
Homeownership in Portland might initially seem prohibitive with rising real estate prices and the highest mortgage rates we’ve seen in a few years. At the same time, condominiums have taken a different price trajectory, offering a glimmer of hope for buyers searching for a condo in Portland. Our interactive real estate map shows every condo […]
What is Title Insurance and Who Pays for It?
Buying or selling a home means anticipating costs, some of which are closing costs. In Oregon, most of the amount needed at closing is for title insurance. This type of insurance isn’t required by law in Oregon. However, most lenders require it to ensure a smooth transition from seller to buyer and to protect their […]
Stephen was just simply a fantastic realtor to work with in selling our home. If we had another 50 properties to sell, Stephen would be in charge of all of them. He was so professional in handling every detail of our sale, and he was so responsive to every question that came up in the course of our transaction. My wife and I are very thankful that we found Stephen.
Alan