News & Updates
DSCR Loans in Oregon: The Investor’s Complete Guide
Oregon real estate investors: learn how DSCR loans work, how to calculate your ratio, and whether this financing fits your deal. Expert guidance from Portland mortgage advisor Shannon McAlister.
Home Buying Guide for Oregon Police Officers and Law Enforcement Professionals
Everything Oregon Law Enforcement Professionals Need to Know About Buying a Home, Including How to Save Thousands Through Homes for Heroes Buying a home as a police officer or law enforcement professional in Oregon comes with a unique set of advantages, challenges,...
Who Qualifies for Homes for Heroes in Oregon? Complete Eligibility Guide
Discover if your service qualifies you for exclusive home buying benefits and significant savings with the Oregon Homes for Heroes program. From Portland's largest employers to rural communities, thousands of Oregon professionals are eligible. If you're reading...
Your Guide to the Homes for Heroes Program in Oregon
From Portland's tech corridors to Bend's mountain communities, Oregon heroes are realizing significant savings when buying, selling or financing a home through the Homes for Heroes program designed specifically for Firefighters and EMS, Law Enforcement, Military...
The Legacy of Kellogg Bowl: Milwaukie Oregon Historic Bowling Alley
Discover the historic Kellogg Bowl Bowling Alley's legacy in Milwaukie, a beloved landmark from the past.
2025 Goals: Turning Your New Year’s Resolution into a New Home
The new year has arrived, making it the ideal moment to map out your goals for 2025. If finding a new home is on your wish list, you’re in luck! Wondering where to begin? Relax, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. With a clear, actionable game plan,...
Mortgage Rates & News – Week of 1-13-2025
Rates Last Friday's jobs report was tough on rates. Mortgage bonds ended the day -61bps and we're down another 12bps this morning. Important notes for understanding and using this information: Any site/chart that advertises...
Mortgage Rates & News – Week of 1-6-2025
🎉 Happy New Year! 🥳Rates Rates are a smidge higher than last week's average. Nothing to be too worried over, yet. Important notes for understanding and using this information: Any site/chart that advertises rates (like the above) is showing a national average...
Mortgage Rates & News – Week of 12/30/2024
Rates 🎉 Happy New Year! Markets close early Tuesday and reopen Thursday. We woke up to a nice rally today. As of now, mortgage bonds are up 36bps, the equivalent of about .125-.25% improvement in rate. The consensus is that the large swings last week and this week...
Mortgage Rates & News – Week of 12/23/2024
🎄 Markets close early Tuesday and reopen Thursday. Happy holidays! 🎄Rates Rates are up after last week's Fed meeting: Important notes for understanding and using this information: Any site/chart that advertises rates (like the above) is showing a national average...