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We had the opportunity to speak with Jayesunn Krump, Owner of Portland Camera Service. Southwest Portland’s newest business isn’t just a camera shop, it is a community hub focused on helping both professional and amateur photographers learn and develop their passion. Phil: What a wild time to open a business! What were you doing before […]

We spoke with Dr. Judah Garfinkle, Owner of Garfinkle Orthodontics, Director of Craniofacial Orthodontics OHSU, and co-founder of Smile Oregon. Phil: The Garfinkle family has been serving our SouthWest Portland community for a long time, what’s the background of the practice? Judah: I’m actually a 3rd generation dentist. My grandfather was an oral surgeon in […]

Portland’s real estate market has been steadily growing for years. The Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS) states that average sale prices in Portland have jumped 16.9% from this time last year. It’s getting very competitive, so much so that LendingTree has just ranked Portland as the number 4 most competitive real estate market in the […]

This month we are speaking with Lisa Mangarin, Operating Manager of Otto and Anita’s Bavarian Restaurant. This small family-owned and operated schnitzelhaus brings big heart and flavor to SW Portland from Northern Bavaria. Phil: I was so happy to find amazing German food in SW Portland. How long has the restaurant been in Multnomah Village? […]

This month we are speaking with Larina Holland, owner of One Little Bunch. This flower delivery service offers affordable weekly bouquet designs so you can brighten someone’s day. Phil: You are from Australia originally? How did you end up living in Southwest Portland? Yes I am from Sydney, but my husband is American. He was […]

This month we are speaking with Rebecca Hicks, owner of Rebecca Hicks PDX Photography. This local Southwest Portland Photographer and Mom of two, helps other families capture life’s moments with fun, affor Phil: Thanks for meeting with us today. A photography business is an interesting business to have with all the equipment, editing, and scheduling […]

This month we are speaking with Naomi Heedt, owner of Mad Sass Soap Company. This local artisanal skincare and soap shop is quickly getting national attention for their amazing products. Phil: Thanks for talking with us today, can you tell us about how Mad Sass Soap Co. got started? Naomi: My family and I moved […]

Is It Safe To Sell Your Home Now That We Are Re-Opening? First, If you need to sell your home for reasons such as relocating for a job, needing more or less space, or facing financial challenges, you shouldn’t let the coronavirus stop you. If you don’t need to move immediately, then talking with us […]