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This month we are speaking with Sarah Istenes, founder and owner of Sarah J. Handmade. A magical little hole in the wall, in the heart of Multnomah Village. Phil: You started your jewelry line while working at Paloma Clothing, right? Sarah: Yes, that’s right, I started out as the receiving girl at Paloma Clothing and […]

There’s so much to think about when you’re moving, especially if you’re moving to a new city or state. If you’re thinking about moving to Portland, we want to help you gather some important information you may need. We previously made a list of educational resources with the telephone numbers of many schools and libraries. […]

If you’re looking to buy a home in Portland, you probably already know that the market is booming right now, with much higher buyer demand than there are listings to satisfy. Finding the right home can be tricky enough, but not having your offers accepted time after time can be disheartening in what is supposed […]

Are you thinking about relocating to Portland in the near future? Then you may be searching for information about the school districts, colleges, libraries, etc. We’ve compiled all that information for you: Community Colleges and School Districts Portland State University 503-725-3000 Portland Comm. College 971-722-6111 Hillsboro School District 503-844-1500 Beaverton School District 503-356-4500 Tigard – […]

How do I find a low mortgage interest rate? Finding the right mortgage deal for you isn’t only about finding the lowest interest rate. Mortgage companies charge fees too. The best deal involves finding the right combination of low-interest rates and low fees for you, and knowing how to compare offers so you can choose […]

In this strong Seller’s Market, many homeowners are wanting to sell, and buy a bigger or smaller home with the low-interest rates currently available. Many have not bought a home for several years and one of the first questions I get is “What credit score do I need to get the best rate?”. So here […]

Have you considered purchasing an investment property for retirement or for the next generation of your family? Now is a great time to start building wealth in real estate! The biggest question I get from potential investors is “How much money do I need to put down?” and “Where am I going to get the […]

If you or any family members are considering a first home purchase, moving to a larger home, investing in real estate to help pay for your kid’s college, or dreaming of purchasing a vacation home, NOW is definitely the time to do it! Interest rates are lower than ever. Low rates help you buy more […]

This month we are speaking with Theresa Shire, Owner of Village Kids Supply Co. A shop for kids pre-worn fashion, benefitting people, planet, and pets; located in the heart of Multnomah Village. Phil: Village Kids Supply has a really unique business model. Can you tell us how it came about? Theresa: We opened a little […]

This month we are speaking with Natasha Busse, Owner of Dogville Playcare. Dogville is a partnership between two local moms to create a safe place where dogs can learn and play. Phil: Congratulations on your recent one-year anniversary! How did you decide to start a doggy daycare? Natasha: Thank you! I was providing boarding and […]