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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Portland Flood Maps and Updates
Portland Flood Maps: FEMA 2020 Update
Climate change, winter storms, questionable levees — the average home shopper has many good reasons to consider Portland flood risk before they buy. Your buyers’ real estate agent is a great resource, and should have information on hand about what the flood risk is for a home that you’re interested in. For those who prefer […]
Portland Natural Disaster Map 2019 – Floods, Fires, Quakes, and Slides!
We here in the Pacific Northwest enjoy a relatively mild climate year-round — no polar vortexes, and just a few hot days in the summer. In Portland and the surrounding metro areas, most homeowners don’t worry too much about natural disaster, but there are some specific threats to be aware of. Knowing how and where […]
Is your Home a Flood Risk? Portland Housing Market
With floods in the news lately, it’s hard not to think about the risk to your own home, whether it’s in downtown Portland or along one of the many creeks, rivers and wetlands in our metro area. As a real estate agent, my job is to fully inform anyone buying a home in Portland what […]
Portland Home Energy Score
Oregon Home Energy Score News and Updates By City
How Home Energy Scores Got Started In Oregon The city of Portland enacted its Home Energy Score (HES) Program in 2018 to help reduce CO2 emissions by 80% by 2050. Portland is one of the first US cities to do it, second only to Berkley, CA. A year later, the Oregon Department of Energy partnered […]
Portland Home Energy Score – Required for All Rentals? 2023 Update.
The city of Portland’s Home Energy Score (HES) program has been in effect for five years now, and since its inception in January of 2018, almost 35,000 HES assessments have been performed (as of November 2022). A key driver in its creation was the 2015 Climate Action Plan, in which the Portland City Council identified […]
Oregon Home Energy Score Policy 2022 Update
The City of Portland enacted the Home Energy Score (HES) Program in January, 2018 and saw 20,000 HES assessments completed by 2020, the most recent numbers to date. Portland was the first in the state and the second in the country (after Berkley, CA) to unveil a home energy program of this type. The program […]
Portland Home Hazards
Top 5 Portland, Oregon Earthquake Maps
Yes, there is a certain amount of earthquake risk in Portland. Still, the good news is that geologists are getting better and better at understanding, mapping, and even predicting seismic activity. Maps can also help us be better prepared for disasters by showing resources and hazards. Take a look at these Portland maps before you […]
Portland, Oregon Radon Map – Plus Free Tests (for some)
Portland, Oregon Radon rates change. A perennial hot topic in Portland is the influx of Californians, but it’s the Montana and Idaho migrants that we should be worried about, according to health officials. Actually, they’re not talking about people, but rocks. “In the Portland metropolitan area, a lot of the rocks and soil underneath the […]
New Portland, Oregon Flood Map
Floods don’t just destroy homes and carry away vehicles; they also destroy infrastructure and cut off access to the outside world, sometimes for days at a time. When shopping for a home in Portland, having the right tools at hand to understand flood risk is essential. Sometimes, it can be pretty clear that a home […]
Portland Home Styles
What is an A-Frame Home in Portland?
With the renewed popularity of mid-century modern design – appearing in everything from furniture to architecture – it follows that the A-frame home style has recently made its way into the spotlight. A-frame houses rose to popularity in the 1950s and 60s after World War II during a time of economic growth that afforded the […]
What is a Greek Revival Style Home in Portland?
Portland, Oregon is home to an eclectic variety of home styles, which adds to our city’s charm and provides options to suit any taste. One of the less common styles found here is the Greek Revival, rich in history both as a tribute to Neoclassical Greek architecture and as a glimpse into the founding ideals […]
What is an English Cottage Style Home in Portland?
We’ve written before about the many architectural styles you’ll find in Portland, and in this article, we’re adding another one to the list: the English Cottage. Inspired by the original cottages from England, these homes possess a welcoming feel that call up images of cozy comfort and charming whimsey. The grounds of these homes tend […]
Portland Home Value
Best Interior Colors to Paint Your Home to Increase Home Value in 2024
Did you know that painting your home can significantly affect the sale price? According to one Zillow study, choosing the right color to paint your walls can impact your bottom line as much as $5,000. While you should paint your walls whatever colors you like when living in your home when selling your home, the […]
Modern Bathroom Remodeling Ideas to Increase Home Value
If you’re considering selling your home and are wondering how to increase its value without breaking the bank, upgrades and remodels are a good place to start, especially in the bathroom. If that sounds expensive already, know this: there’s plenty you can do in this realm to see a return on your investment regarding sale […]
Homeowners Overestimate Home Value as much as 150%
If you’re considering selling your home, you’re probably wondering how much it has appreciated since you bought it. According to a survey conducted by Rocket Homes, which polled 2,058 homeowners, if you were to guess, the accuracy of that guess probably depends on how long you’ve owned your home. (Learn more about the survey’s methodology.) […]
I am so grateful for my choice in Stephen. Being able to have total confidence in him made the experience of selling my house stress free. He is friendly, focused, professional, and to the point. Best Realtor I have ever used, period.
Amy