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New Listings in Pearl District

sre — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:57:55 +0000

Most up-to-date listings for Portland’s Pearl District Condos & Lofts

Showing properties 1 - 25 of 129. See more 97209 zip code real estate.
(all data current as of 5/18/2012)

$458,200 : 1255 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 809, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,270 sq ft
$220,000 : 720 NW Naito PKWY ,Unit D-14, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 690 sq ft
$347,000 : 949 NW Overton ,Unit 605, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 920 sq ft
$265,000 : 1410 NW Kearney ST ,Unit 516, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 847 sq ft
$214,000 : 1400 NW Irving ST ,Unit 705, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 602 sq ft
$849,000 : 1025 NW Couch ST ,Unit 1212, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,712 sq ft
$379,000 : 411 NW Flanders ST ,Unit 705, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,448 sq ft
$330,000 : 1255 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 1304, Portland

0 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 787 sq ft
$450,000 : 1255 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 612, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,500 sq ft
$224,900 : 1030 NW 12th AVE ,Unit 123, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 535 sq ft
$429,000 : 1400 NW Irving ST ,Unit 720, Portland

1 bed, 1 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,497 sq ft
$467,500 : 1926 W Burnside ST ,Unit 519, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,497 sq ft
$340,000 : 1410 NW Kearney ST, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,024 sq ft
$174,900 : 411 NW Flanders ST ,Unit 501, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 954 sq ft
$369,900 : 420 NW 11th AVE ,Unit 1002, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 952 sq ft
$250,000 : 1130 NW 12th AVE ,Unit 104, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 757 sq ft
$215,000 : 2083 NW Johnson ST ,Unit 5, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 829 sq ft
$1,225,000 : 300 NW 8th AVE ,Unit 1001, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,025 sq ft
$310,000 : 333 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 502, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 910 sq ft
$293,000 : 949 NW Overton ,Unit 711, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 725 sq ft
$294,000 : 949 NW Overton ,Unit 1409, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 693 sq ft
$329,900 : 333 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 1309, Portland

0 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 982 sq ft
$330,000 : 1125 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 418, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,203 sq ft
$234,900 : 2015 NW Flanders ST ,Unit 104, Portland

1 bed, 1 full bath

Home size: 721 sq ft
$429,900 : 1255 NW 9th AVE ,Unit 1001, Portland

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,197 sq ft

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Is Your Home Ready to Sell?

sre — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:45:17 +0000

The first impression is often the lasting impression. Did you know that potential buyers start forming their opinion before they even walk in the door? Smart Real Estate offers the following time-tested tips to make your home more presentable. Remember a good rule is to do cosmetic things which will improve your chances of selling, but avoid the major changes unless they will increase the value of your home more than the cost of the improvement.

Outside

Keep lawn, shrubbery, and walkways tidy
Cut back overgrown shrubbery that looks scraggly or keeps out light
Paint if necessary
Touch up front shutters and window frames
Paint your mailbox a bright color
Repaint front door
Repair any broken outdoor steps
Replace any missing shingles
Make sure gutter and downspouts are in place
Place flowers outside the front door

Living Areas

Check all plaster
Check ceilings for leak stains and fix if necessary
Repair the ceiling and paint
Dye faded curtains and bedspreads bright colors
Prepare the fireplace for a new fire
Wash windows
Replace broken glass
Mend torn screens
Replace light bulbs with bright ones if possible
Make the floors shine
Straighten up the closets and get rid of excess items
Use air freshener
TIP: Rub paraffin against the surface of sticking doors that shows signs of wear or sliding door tracks
TIP: Repair creaking floors by driving two long finishing nails at opposing angles through the floor and subfloor into the joist

Kitchen (the most important room)

Make it bright and attractive
Paint cabinets
Put up perky new curtains if dull
Clean the vent hood
Keep the counter clear of appliances to make the room look larger
TIP: Replace any loose floor tiles by softening the adhesive by applying heat with an iron covered by a soft cloth

Bathroom

Repair dripping faucets
Keep fresh towels in the bathroom
Remove stains from toilets, bathtubs, sinks, and showers
Unclog drains that drain too slowly

Garage, Attic, Basement

Clean out garage, attic, and basement
Package everything you will move
Dispose of everything you do not want to move
Make sure there is plenty of light on the basement and stairs
Paint the ceilings and walls a light color if the basement is dark

When Your Home Is Being Shown

Keep draperies and shades open to make rooms appear larger
Turn on porch lights and outdoor lights in back at night
Avoid clutter to make rooms look bigger
Avoid having dirty dishes in the sink or on counters
Keep any toys in the children’s rooms
Keep radio, stereo, and TV off or turned down low
Take your family away during an open house
Keep children quiet
Keep pets outdoors
Allow the real estate expert to show your house
Answer questions candidly, but don’t offer answers to unasked questions

Low-Cost Ways to Spruce Up Your Home’s Exterior

sre — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:28:11 +0000

Make your home more appealing for yourself and potential buyers with these quick and easy tips:

Trim bushes so they don’t block windows or architectural details.
Mow your lawn, and turn on the sprinklers for 30 minutes before the showing to make the lawn sparkle.
Put a pot of bright flowers (or a small evergreen in winter) on your porch.
Install new doorknobs on your front door.
Repair any cracks in the driveway.
Edge the grass around walkways and trees.
Keep your garden tools and hoses out of sight.
Clear toys from the lawn.
Buy a new mailbox.
Upgrade your outside lighting.
Buy a new doormat for the outside of your front door.
Clean your windows, inside and outside.
Polish or replace your house numbers.
Place a seasonal wreath on your door.

Twelve Tips for Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

sre — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 17:43:07 +0000

Get at least three written estimates.
Check references. If possible, view earlier jobs the contractor completed.
Check with the local Chamber of Commerce or Better Business Bureau for complaints.
Be sure the contract states exactly what is to be done and how change orders will be handled.
Make as small of a down payment as possible so you won’t lose a lot if the contractor fails to complete the job.
Be sure that the contractor has the necessary permits, licenses, and insurance.
Check that the contract states when the work will be completed and what recourse you have if it isn’t. Also, remember that in many instances you can cancel a contract within three business days of signing it.
Ask if the contractor’s workers will do the entire job or whether subcontractors will be involved too.
Get the contractor to indemnify you if work does not meet any local building codes or regulations.
Be sure that the contract specifies the contractor will clean up after the job and be responsible for any damage.
Guarantee that the materials that will be used meet your specifications.
Don’t make the final payment until you’re satisfied with the work.

Lender Checklist: What You Need for a Mortgage

sre — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 18:27:21 +0000

W-2 forms — or business tax return forms if you’re self-employed — for the last two or three years for every person signing the loan.
Copies of at least one pay stub for each person signing the loan.
Account numbers of all your credit cards and the amounts for any outstanding balances.
Copies of two to four months of bank or credit union statements for both checking and savings accounts.
Lender, loan number, and amount owed on other installment loans, such as student loans and car loans.
Addresses where you’ve lived for the last five to seven years, with names of landlords if appropriate.
Copies of brokerage account statements for two to four months, as well as a list of any other major assets of value, such as a boat, RV, or stocks or bonds not held in a brokerage account.
Copies of your most recent 401(k) or other retirement account statement.
Documentation to verify additional income, such as child support or a pension.
Copies of personal tax forms for the last two to three years.

Five Factors That Decide Your Credit Score

sre — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:02:07 +0000

Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. The following factors affect your score:

Your payment history. Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how late? Bankruptcy filing, liens, and collection activity also impact your history.
How much you owe. If you owe a great deal of money on numerous accounts, it can indicate that you are overextended. However, it’s a good thing if you have a good proportion of balances to total credit limits.
The length of your credit history. In general, the longer you have had accounts opened, the better. The average consumer’s oldest obligation is 14 years old, indicating that he or she has been managing credit for some time, according to Fair Isaac Corp., and only 1 in 20 consumers have credit histories shorter than 2 years.
How much new credit you have. New credit, either installment payments or new credit cards, are considered more risky, even if you pay them promptly.
The types of credit you use. Generally, it’s desirable to have more than one type of credit — installment loans, credit cards, and a mortgage, for example.

For more on evaluating and understanding your credit score, visit www.myfico.com.

Weighing the Options – FSBO vs. REALTOR®

sre — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:36:57 +0000

Do you know how to ready your home for sale?

A REALTOR® can make educated suggestions based on past experience that will aid in a professional presentation.

Are you knowledgeable in setting the right price for your home?

A REALTOR® has specialized training and the ability to formulate a comparative market analysis to price your home competitively. A REALTOR® is aware of changing market conditions and will price your home accordingly with optimum value in mind.

Do you know the most effective way to advertise?

Choosing a REALTOR® will gain exposure to a network of over 5,000 agents, many with prospective buyers. In addition, advertising including signs and multimedia will be managed by your real estate professional.

Are you prepared to qualify a legitimate buyer?

A salesperson can pre-qualify prospective buyers in two ways:

Are they financially able to purchase your home?
Are they truly interested or on a sight-seeing tour?

Do you have the ability to negotiate the sale?

An agent has no emotional ties with the property and can handle objections on a more neutral basis. Fielding objections on price, terms, amenities, and handling them effectively is part of the training agents receive.

Are you prepared to field all the calls and make time to set and keep all appointments?

An agent will receive most of the calls and will schedule appointments accordingly.

Do you understand the steps that take place after an agreement has been reached?

A REALTOR® will prepare a sales agreement that’s enforceable. They understand closing costs and the process of title and escrow.

Before choosing to sell your home on your own, please weigh these questions and answers. At Smart Real Estate Network, we want to ensure your real estate experience is a positive one!

Common First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes

sre — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:14:47 +0000

They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.
They don’t act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house.
They don’t find the right agent who’s willing to help them through the homebuying process.
They don’t do enough to make their offer look appealing to a seller.
They don’t think about resale before they buy. The average first-time buyer only stays in a home for four years.

Source: Real Estate Checklists and Systems, www.realestatechecklists.com.