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Good signs new construction is turning around in 2018!

Rachel Sheller

Good signs new construction is turning around in 2018!

For many first-time home buyers, 2017 was tough. It was a year in which many baby boomers stayed put in their larger homes, investors...

Whats happening in our Portland-Metro real estate market right now!

Rachel Sheller

Whats happening in our Portland-Metro real estate market right now!

The very latest Portland Metro Real Estate numbers 4-14-2018. Take a look at the current appreciation schedule (increase in values),...

Get pre-approved before listing your home. . . . here’s why

Rachel Sheller

Get pre-approved before listing your home. . . . here’s why

Before you list your current home for sale, it’s smart to ensure you are prepared to move into your next home. Becoming pre-approved for...

Rachel Sheller

Selling your home at the peak price

Selling your home at the peak price Here are three tips for selling your home for the best possible price in the shortest amount of time....

COMING SOON! Amazing Welches property on .54 Acre lot on Sandy river side channel & gated commun

Rachel Sheller

COMING SOON! Amazing Welches property on .54 Acre lot on Sandy river side channel & gated commun

You get the very first look! This rare property will be going on the market Mid May. .54 Acre, right on the Salmon side channel, gated...

MAKE A GREAT FIRST IMPRESSION! Increase your home value at the same time!

Rachel Sheller

MAKE A GREAT FIRST IMPRESSION! Increase your home value at the same time!

FRONT DOORS AND SELLING YOUR HOME!! Professional stagers agree that painting your front door the same color as your house and trim will...

How to make your rental property family-friendly

Rachel Sheller

How to make your rental property family-friendly

Here is some good ideas to keep in mind when your thinking about buying a rental property. Location is the primary factor when it comes...

Rachel Sheller

Selling your home at the peak price

Here are three tips for selling your home for the best possible price in the shortest amount of time. Be ready to sell. Prepare your home...

Rachel Sheller

Client Testimonial

Rachel was an amazing agent to us! She explained the entire process from start to finish before we even began searching for homes. She...

Rachel Sheller

SELLER TESTIMONIAL

Thank you Earnest for the wonderful Testimonial. It means a great deal to me to help you again. I’m grateful for the opportunity to be of...

5 Ways to add “curb appeal” value to your home

Rachel Sheller

5 Ways to add “curb appeal” value to your home

5 Ways to add “curb appeal” value to your home Wash up — Power wash the exterior to remove dirt build-up and other debris. Clean off the...

Rachel Sheller

Client Testimonial

Rachel was an amazing agent to us! She explained the entire process from start to finish before we even began searching for homes. She...

New Real EstateTax Law – 5 Effects to Home ownership and 1 unchanged

Rachel Sheller

New Real EstateTax Law – 5 Effects to Home ownership and 1 unchanged

Have you heard about the new tax laws? Congress’ recently passed tax reform, has five changes that might effect homeowners. Mortgage...

Rachel Sheller

SELLER and BUYER TESTIMONIAL 12-2017

“I always knew if I were ever to sell my home I would have Rachel do it. Her reputation precedes her! Rachel knows her stuff. She knows...

Rachel Sheller

5 Steps To A Bedroom Makeover

Ready to refresh a bedroom in your home? Here are five steps to get the process headed in the right direction. Choose a color scheme....

Rachel Sheller

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL FROM AMY!

Thank you Ken & Amy for the opportunity to once again be of service. Being called in to help your Parents is an honor i don’t take...

Rachel Sheller

What’s happening in our Market now?

This is a page from my quarterly newsletter that is chocked full of stats and current real estate numbers. We are looking good! For...

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Client Review from Rachel P.

Thank you Rachel for taking the time to write this testimonial! i think your the best! Rachel is nothing less than amazing. We sold our...

Have you wondered how much prices are increasing near you? Here are the latest numbers….

Rachel Sheller

Have you wondered how much prices are increasing near you? Here are the latest numbers….

Have you wondered the appreciation (increase in value) rates are in our city? What about the days on the market(how long it takes to...