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Recent Portland Updates and Insights.

From market trends to home-buying tips, explore valuable insights to guide your next move.

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By Anne Stewart August 21, 2026
Is 2026 the worst year to buy a home? See what Portland buyers should know about mortgage rates, local markets, waiting costs, and when to buy.
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By Anne Stewart August 14, 2026
East vs. West Portland: Compare housing, walkability, commute, and lifestyle to find the area that fits your daily routine and weekend plans.
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By Anne Stewart August 1, 2026
Thinking of moving to Portland or selling in the metro? This guide breaks down the tradeoffs behind the “Portland exodus” and how demand affects buyers and sellers.
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By Anne Stewart July 25, 2026
Considering moving to Portland? Read 6 honest pros and cons for 2026, including Oregon income tax vs zero sales tax, housing, where daily life happens and more.
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By Anne Stewart July 18, 2026
Portland’s West Side is booming but the details matter. Get practical market updates for Lake Oswego, West Linn, Sherwood, Tigard, plus taxes, and buyer takeaways.
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By Anne Stewart July 11, 2026
Find the best areas to live in Portland, Oregon for ROI in 2026. Learn how appreciation, rental carry, days on market, and demand shape the Westside tier list.
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By Anne Stewart July 10, 2026
Thinking about moving to Portland? Learn why lifestyle fit matters more than convenience, how neighborhoods shape daily life, and the real costs beyond home price.
Woman beside text “These homes are not selling!” over a house at dusk
By Anne Stewart July 4, 2026
Portland real estate is a split market. Learn how months of inventory reveals leverage by neighborhood, plus which home types are selling fast vs. sitting.
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By Anne Stewart June 27, 2026
Portland developments that could reshape the metro—PDX expansion, Moda Center energy, plus infrastructure. Learn where value may move before grand openings.
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By Anne Stewart June 20, 2026
An honest look at what life is really like living in Portland, from the human pace and seasons we don’t expect, plus why many stay long-term.
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