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Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning

If you are looking to buy or sell a home, get all the information and the latest updates, tips, and tricks from Christine Browning - your professional Bend, Oregon Real Estate Agent.

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How is Real Estate Affected by the New Tax Law?

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2018/02/01

There are some pretty big changes coming with the upcoming tax law that recently passed. We asked Dan Parr, of Parr Accounting how those laws will affect real estate, and here's what he had to say.The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was passed into law in late December and will be in place for 2018 and later income tax returns. How does this law affect the real estate market and taxpayers who own homes? One major change is that mortgage interest will only be deductible on the first

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Join Us for the Grand Opening of Our New Office

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/12/13

We are so excited to move to our new permanent location, 1860 NE 4th Street, Bend, OR, 97701.We are saying goodbye to HomeSmart on December 31 and rolling out our exciting new company, Red Door Realty, in 2018. Join us at our new office on January 19 for our Grand Opening Party. There will be refreshments and an iPad giveaway. To get a sneak preview of our new office, watch this short video. If you have any questions about this change or other real estate-related topics, feel free to give us

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How A Home Warranty Will Benefit You

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/10/31

If you’re buying a home, I highly recommend you get a home warranty. There are many benefits in doing so. If you’re buying a home, should you get a home warranty? Oftentimes during a home sale, it’s natural for buyers to ask themselves this question and wonder whether they really need it. There are a few things you should know about what home warranties can do for you. When buying a new construction home, it automatically comes with a 12-month warranty for all the major systems and

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The Role of Appraisals in Home Selling

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/09/12

Appraisals aren’t just important for homebuyers. They’re just as important for home sellers. Home appraisals are typically ordered by lenders who want to determine the value of a home before they decide to approve a loan to purchase it. They also need to know the value just in case the buyer defaults and they have to take over the property and sell it. An appraiser looks at three to six recent comparable sold properties in order to determine its value. One of the problems with this method is

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Why a Professional Realtor Is a Better Choice

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/08/02

Many sellers considering selling their homes themselves to avoid paying commission to a Realtor. Today I’m here to talk about why that’s not the best idea. Today I’m with my listing partner Amy Moser to discuss some of the dangers of trying to sell your home by owner. Many sellers consider selling their homes themselves to save on the 5% to 6% commission that comes with using a real estate agent. But statistically, homes sell for more money when they’re represented by a Realtor. According to the

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Why You Can't Trust Computer-Generated Home Valuations

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/06/30

Many people turn to websites to try and find out what their home is worth but fail to realize how inaccurate these computer estimates can be. Are online home values accurate and trustworthy? I get this question quite often. The truth is that when you consult a website for a valuation of a property, the value it kicks back isn't accurate. This is because you're asking a computer to generate a value for your home based on multiple sources of data. However, that data may or may not be anywhere near

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How to Purchase and Finance a Rental Property

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/06/05

Rental rates in the central Oregon market make buying an investment rental property tempting for many homeowners right now. How does that financing work, though? Have you ever considered buying a rental or investment property? It's a great way to diversify your real estate portfolio. The two ways to do this are converting your home into a rental or pulling some equity out of it to finance a new property that you'll then rent out. Home values have gone up all over central Oregon, giving many

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Buying a Home After You’ve Had a Short Sale or...

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/05/19

If you’ve had a short sale or foreclosure in the past, there are a few things I want to share with you that you should know if you want to buy a home again. If you’ve had a short sale or a foreclosure in the past, how long do you have to wait to buy a home again and what do you need to do to prepare yourself for that process? From 2009 to 2013, I worked with many people who had the unfortunate experience of having to do a short sale or a foreclosure during that downturn in the economy. Since

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How We Set Ourselves Apart in the Bend Market

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/05/05

What makes working with our team different? Allow me to explain. When you buy or sell a home, it can be an emotional process. My goal is to capture the romance and happiness that each home has to offer. Our team is made up of seasoned professionals who provide the very best service and experience available. There's Amy Moser, a listing partner who helps us strive to always be the best we can be and put the needs of our clients first. I'm best known for my outstanding marketing skills. I have a

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The Truth About Using a First Time Homebuyers Loan,...

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/04/13

There’s nothing stopping you from reusing a home loan to buy another home, but there are some stipulations that you need to be aware of. Did you know that if you’ve ever used an FHA loan, a VA loan, or a USDA loan to buy a home, you’re free to reuse those loans if you’re currently renting and want to become a homeowner again? Today I’m joined by Matt Bassitt from Northwestern Home Loans to explain the stipulations of reusing home loans. According to him, this situation happens all the time. The

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How Long Will It Take to Sell a Home in Central Oregon?

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/03/16

Today I want to go over how long it takes to sell a home in central Oregon. How long does it really take to close on a home after putting it on the market? The average timeline in central Oregon is 90 days, or, 45 days from the time that you accept an offer to the time that you close. The timeline will vary depending on the type of property being sold. However, it will vary depending on the type of property that you are selling. I do see longer timelines for high priced properties,

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Spend Your Tax Refund on a New Home

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/03/02

Today I’m joined by Matt Bassett with Northwestern Home Loans to talk to you about the possibility of using your tax refund to purchase a home. It’s tax season in central Oregon and if you’re lucky you’ll get a great big tax refund. Can you use that as a down payment to purchase a home? Of course! There are several great loan options for first-time homebuyers, some of which don’t even require a down payment. Your tax refund can then be used to lower your principal payment by putting extra down

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Is It Worth Filing a Claim if a Winter Storm Damages...

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2017/01/31

If your house has recently incurred some winter weather damage, here’s how you should proceed regarding your homeowners insurance. As you know, we’ve experienced record-breaking snowstorms in central Oregon these last couple weeks that have caused significant damage to more than a few homes out there. As a result, we’ve been getting a lot of questions from people about their homeowners insurance and how it applies to this damage. With this in mind, today we’ve brought in Allison Glasier from

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Renting Versus Owning a Home

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/12/12

If you are thinking about making the leap from renting to buying your first home, make sure you know the advantages of both. An incredibly common question that I come across is, “Is it better to own a home or rent?” There are advantages to both options, but I think overall, one is a clear winner. Let’s start with the advantages to renting. Unlike owning a home, when you rent, you have no long-term commitment. You also don’t have any property maintenance expenses. Most importantly, you

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What Can You Do Before Listing Your Home for Sale?

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/11/30

When you are getting ready to sell your home, don’t neglect proper preparation. It’s the key to selling for the most money possible. What steps should a seller actually take before listing their home? I’ve got four of them to share with you today: 1. Clean and depersonalize your home. Make it as generic and crowd-pleasing as possible. You want your home to be generic and crowd-pleasing. 2. Stage your home. You have two main goals when staging. The first is to create a purpose for every

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3 Ways Home Sellers Sabotage Their Own Sale

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/10/21

There are three common mistakes home sellers typically make that actively harm the sale of their own house. What are the three biggest mistakes home sellers can make that can sabotage their own sale? Lack of staging and preparation. Staging involves decluttering and depersonalizing the interior of the house. Preparing it also includes things like carpet cleaning, repainting, and landscaping. From the moment a potential buyer drives up to your property, everything they lay eyes on

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Why Are ‘For Sale’ Signs Still Relevant?

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/10/11

Although most home buyers begin their search online, the traditional ‘For Sale’ sign is still an important tool for home sellers to use. If all buyers are shopping for homes online, then why do Realtors still use signs and flyers in the front yard? If you are selling your home, there are three top reasons why you absolutely want a ‘For Sale’ sign in your yard. First of all, the sign helps buyers and other Realtors find your home. Directional signs and the front yard ‘For Sale’ sign indicate

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The 6 Least Desirable Home Features

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/09/06

When you’re selling your home, you want it to look as good as possible to potential buyers. In order to accomplish this, you also need to pay attention to what potential buyers don’t want to see. We have compiled a list of some of the least desirable home features out there so you’ll know what turns buyers off. Here is what you should avoid: 1. Laminate countertops. Hard surface countertops made of granite, quartz, or even porcelain are a gold standard and an absolute must for homeowners. 2

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Is Deschutes County a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market?

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2016/07/27

Looking to buy a home? Check out our free home search Looking to sell a home? Check out our free home value report Is Bend experiencing a buyer’s market or a seller’s market? I get this question almost every day. It’s a tough question because the answer depends on the price point that we’re discussing. I did some research to break down where we’re seeing a buyer’s market and where we’re seeing a seller’s market. Historically, we have a seller’s market when there are fewer than five

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Curb Appeal Is a Must to Pull Buyers In and Keep Them...

Bend, OR Real Estate Podcast with Christine Browning ·

2013/03/29

Watch on your mobile device >> The last thing a seller wants to happen is for a buyer to express interest, only to drive away because the exterior does not appeal to them. Believe it or not, this happens and it happens all the time. One of the ways you can avoid losing buyer interest is to spruce up your home’s exterior by creating an inviting and interesting outdoor area that will intrigue buyers to make them want to see more. Keep in mind, that first impression tells them what they might

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