The sky is not falling – yes we are now faced with changes for our septic systems and yes the real estate market of Central Oregon is tough. Residents of La Pine and all of Southern Deschutes County including Three Rivers South have been facing “local rule” for a long period of time. We all […]
Drag Racing in Woodburn Oregon
This is a quick little video of a family member racing her snowmobile on the dragstrip in Woodburn over 4th of July Weekend. How fun is that!
The Controversial Sunriver Resort Village Mall
Earlier this month I attended the SilverStar Destinations LLC, meeting at Mavericks, regarding the controversial subject of the proposed revitalization of the Sunriver Village Mall. I was very impressed with Dave Leland, of Leland Consulting, as he conveyed the facts and offered his thoughts and valued expertise of how the Village should proceed towards the […]
So You Want To Buy That Home For Sale By Owner?
Central Oregon Owner Will Carry Homes Whether you are a buyer planning to purchase a home in La Pine that is for sale by owner or an owner selling without the assistance of a REALTOR(R) there are a lot of items that you should be aware of. Have a knowledgeable agent on your side can […]
Waterfront Propety Central Oregon
Are you looking for water front property in Central Oregon? You might be surprise to find that most of our waterfront property is actually on the river and not on a lake. Although there are lake properties (see this previous posting) if you are looking for waterfront property in Bend, La Pine, Sunriver or Three […]
My Favorite Neighbors Are BACK
One of the great things about living in Central Oregon is the wildlife. I love to watch the deer, elk and even the squirrels. As a child there were not that many elk in our area but they are here now and with hunting restrictions and good management I hope they will continue to thrive. […]
February 2008 Market Report Central Oregon
February 2008 is now over and it is time to review the market movement for this past month. We will start at the south end of the county with La Pine. La Pine home sales are coming along we have seen homes sell and receive offers. For February La Pine Frame Built homes saw 17 […]
Does Your Dream Home Qualify For Financing?
Many first time buyers are finding that manufactured homes have come down to prices that make for the perfect first time home. With FHA and Oregon Bond lending available these homes are perfect for growing families and first time home buyers. However there are a few manufactured homes out there that are not on the […]
300 Voters Shy of Silverstar Approval
Silverstar will have to look at other options for Village at Sunriver expansion and remodel. Although the majority of voters approved the sale of the 6 plus acres being sold to Silverstar the final tally was 300 votes shy of the 60% turn out that was needed to approve the sale. Silverstar already owns or […]
Prices Will Go Up – The Question IS WHEN?
Buyer’s listen up – have you noticed all the negative print and media ads about how tough the real estate market is? Don’t you find it unusual that when the prices of Central Oregon Homes were skyrocketing, homes for sale were getting multiple offers and so on everyone thought real estate was booming? They have […]