Willamette Valley Intelligence
Market insights. Honest takes.
Everything I know about this market — written down, so you can make better decisions whether you work with me or not.
More Articles
First-Time Buyer's Guide to the Mid-Valley: What They Don't Tell You
Pre-approval isn't enough. Here's what actually determines whether you get the house — and what I wish I could tell every first-timer before they start.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy in the Willamette Valley?
The honest answer involves three numbers most agents won't show you. Let's look at the actual data for our market right now.
What Earnest Money Actually Means in Oregon (And Why It Matters)
Most buyers treat earnest money as a formality. Sellers treat it as a signal. Here's what it actually is, how much makes sense in the Mid-Valley, and when you can get it back.
Your Home Inspection Report Will Terrify You. Here's What to Ignore.
A standard inspection report runs 40–80 pages and sounds like the house is falling down. It's not. Here's how to read it like someone who's been through this a few hundred times.
What $350,000 Gets You in Albany, Salem, and Lebanon Right Now
Same budget, three different cities, very different lives. A concrete comparison of what $350k buys in each Mid-Valley market — and who each one is actually right for.
How to Read a Listing Description Before Your Agent Calls It Overpriced
Listing descriptions are written by people whose job is to sell the house. Here's how to read between the lines — and what the price history is actually telling you.
How Long Does It Actually Take to Sell a Home in the Mid-Valley?
Sellers consistently underestimate how long the process takes from decision to close. Here's a realistic timeline, what affects it, and what you actually control.
Stay Informed
New posts in your inbox
Monthly market report + new posts when they're published. One email. No noise.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.