Real Oregon Lifestyle

This episode we discuss how to enter the market as a seller in a crazy seller's market.

Wondering what its like to enter the real estate market as a buyer? Jenn and Andrea take the mystery out of it in this episode.

Welcome to the Property Owner Happy Hour, formerly, Real Oregon Lifestyle podcast. This episode, Jenn and Andrea recap the market from 2021 and talk about 2022. Find us on propertyownerhappyhour.com and on Facebook.

We love supporting local businesses. There are so many great products that we enjoy. This episode, Andrea shares some of her favorite things.

This episode we talk with local lender, Joel Martin, about what we are seeing now and in the future. Thanks always to Andy Imhof, our amazing producer. Thank you to our loyal listeners! We love you!

What is Open House etiquette these days? Jenn and Andrea tell all about open houses. Thank you to our producer, Andy Imhof, and to our loyal listeners.

There's something new coming to parts of Oregon to help save the environment and save money. This episode we talk about Home Energy Scores, what they are, and what they mean to you. Thanks always to our amazing, loyal listeners and a big thank you to our producer, Andy Imhof.

Special guest, Joshua Kittel, joins us and explains some upcoming changes to FHA loans when it comes to student debt. This is a very informative episode so bring your notepad! Thank you to our loyal listeners and thank you to our producer, Andy Imhof.

Mini-farms are all the rage these days! Special guest, Greg Jackson, joins us to share about his mini-farm and what he has learned along the way. Thank you, Greg, for sharing with us! Thank you to all of our loyal listeners and thank you to our awesome producer, Andy Imhof.

Want to know how short term rentals and AirBnB's can become a great investment? Listen to this episode with Don Clemons, local Oregon investor. This is a fun episode and you won't want to miss it. Thanks to our amazing producer, Andy Imhof, and to our loyal listeners! Feel free to check out our website at realoregonlifestyle.com or catch on Facebook or Instagram @realoregonlifestyle.

Thinking a love letter to the seller will tip the scale in your favor? Jenn and Andrea talk about love letters and some upcoming changes to Oregon law and some tips for how to write a good one!Thank you to our awesome and loyal listeners and thank you to our wonderful producer, Andy Imhof. Feel free to check out our website at www.realoregonlifestyle.com. To watch the video version, you can find us @realoregonlifestyle on Facebook or Instagram.

Ever wonder if you should wait to buy a house? This episode we welcome special guest and fellow Oregonian, Kristina Hubbard with Pacific Residential Mortgage to the show. Kristina is a wealth of knowledge with over 25 years of experience in the lending world. She brings with her some amazing information (please check out the video version on Facebook) about interest rates and her pulse on the market. You won't want to miss it! Thank you, Kristina, for joining us! Thank you, Andy Imhof for producing the show. And thank you to our listeners!To reach Kristina, you can go to Pacresmortgage.com or contact her at team.hubbard@pacresmortgage.comTo contact Jennifer Fidler or Andrea Fahy, go to realoregonlifestyle.com

This episode, our special guest, Don Sturgeon, with HomeSmart Realty Group, joins us to share how he's made real estate fun with video. This episode has video which can be found on Facebook or our website. Thanks to Don for joining us! Thanks to our awesome producer, Andy Imhof, And thank you to our viewers and listeners! Be sure to visit our website at www.realoregonlifestyle.com

My house could sell for what now? In this episode, we break down the real estate statistics we are seeing in the Portland area and the Willamette Valley. This episode does have visuals so please visit our Facebook page @realoregonlifestyle for the video. As always, thanks goes to our awesome producer, Andy Imhof, and thank you to our listeners.

In this episode, we nerd out and talk about mortgage interest rates! Be sure to check out the visuals on our website at www.realoregonlifestyle.com Despite the doom and gloom we see in headlines, it is actually a great time to purchase a home. Rates are still very low which really helps buying power. We will touch on what we are witnessing in the market place every day, how it effects buying power, and what questions to ask of a lender. Full disclosure: we are not licensed mortgage lenders. If you have lending questions, be sure to ask a licensed lending professional. Be sure to follow and like us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube @realoregonlifestyle As always, we thank Andy Imhof, our producer, and we thank you for listening and supporting this podcast.

Ever wonder if permits are needed for a remodeling project you're doing at home? Or have you wondered if a seller has purchased permits? This episode we talk remodeling projects based on some personal experiences. This episode does not contain visuals, but you can still visit our website at realoregonlifestyle.com or see the video and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @realoregonlifestyle

We've seen a lot of movement to our beautiful state of Oregon. Why you ask? We'll give you the top 10 reasons why people are falling in love with Oregon and why you will too. As always you can find us @realoregonlifestyle and realoregonlifestyle.com Please like and share!Thanks to our amazing producer, Andy Imhof, who does the hard work behind the scenes.

Jenn and Andrea talk about the latest headlines we're seeing in real estate compared to what we are actually experiencing.

We ask special guest, Jamie Ely, with Ticor Title to share her story of moving to Oregon from out of state.

This episode contains visuals that can be found at www.realoregonlifestyle.com, or on Facebook or Instagram. Looking to spruce up your curb appeal after winter? Jenn and Andrea show you simple, low-cost ways to clean it up so you can enjoy your porch or entrance to your home.

This episode uses lots of visuals! Please go to our website for more info realoregonlifestyle.com, or see the video version on Facebook, Youtube, or Instagram @realoregonlifestyle. Jenn and I have a good laugh and look at some funny listing photos in this episode. We love making fun of stuff like this.

Want to hear us call out agents? In this episode, we talk about some of the crazy stuff we're seeing in this market. You won't want to miss it.Feel free to check out our website at realoregonlifestyle.com

This episode we are joined by local daily money manager, Andrea Thornberry with Luca financial. Andrea shares about her job and how it can help accomplish goals in real estate and life.

Its Ask a Realtor Day! Listeners asked us some fun questions about our experience as agents. Listen as we tell some hilarious stories.

Jenn shares some before and afters of projects to show how to get the "look" without going over budget. Be sure to look at the visuals on realoregonlifestyle.com

Ever wonder what its like to sell a house in the snow? In this episode we tell you all about it. For visuals, please visit realoregonlifestyle.com

How do you get a home in this market? Jenn and I talk about how to show up to the market with your best foot forward to accomplish your goals.

Jen and Andrea review 2020 and what the heck happened! Listen to the end for our predictions for 2021. This episode uses visuals which can be found on our website below...https://www.realoregonlifestyle.com/additional-info

Join us as we announce our Holiday Lights Contest winner and reflect on 2020. Check out the visuals on Realoregonlifestyle.com

Special guest, Margaret Oscilia, joins us as we talk about staging and how it can be a tool to bring in the bucks.

Jenn shares a story about how she will save money by refinancing and how that will change her life.

Jenn, Andrea, and long-time friend, Keith Kolkow talk about Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, and holiday traditions.

Think you need new furniture? Think again. Jenn and Andrea talk about inexpensive ways to spruce up your furniture and other home projects to save money.

Inspired by the recent fires in the Northwest, Jenn and Andrea talk about how to make a go bag and other disaster preparedness ideas.

Its a strong seller's market out there! Even so, there are dangers in overpricing a home. Jenn and Andrea dive into what they've seen in the market place.

Andrea and Jenn talk about how the election affects the real estate market and share some super creepy stories about homes.

Every wonder what its like to live the condo lifestyle? Jenn and Andrea discuss all you need to know about condos and HOAs.

Jenn and Andrea explain more about how to deal with season changes and real estate photos.

Jenn and Andrea discuss how rentals can be used to fund your kids college and house them too!

Jenn and Andrea discuss today's decor options. What's hot and what's not. Should you put a knight in shining armor in your living room? Should you not? We reveal what to do.

Jenn and Andrea thank you for your patience as we postpone our episode to next week. Local fires and smoke have wreaked havoc on many parts of Oregon. We will pick up where we left off next week. Please see realoregonlifestyle.com for ways to help.

Jenn and Andrea welcome special guest, Breanna Stephens, to share her story about becoming debt free.

Jenn, Andrea, special guest Keith Kolkow, and producer Andy taste the new SeekOut Seltzers from 2 Towns Cider.

This special episode is dedicated to buyers. We get many of the same questions about how people are buying in this market. We answer those questions.

Jenn and Andrea talk with Keith Kolkow, candidate for Albany city council, who also happens to be an avid gardener. Listen for great info on the real estate market and fun gardening tips!

How do you eat healthy when you have a busy lifestyle? Jenn and Andrea tell all about their summer meal hacks.

Have you ever wondered what your agent does behind the scenes? Jenn and Andrea explore things they do without buyers and sellers ever seeing.

Jenn and Andrea talk about investment property and what those numbers could look like.

Jenn and Andrea talk about how people's dreams are changing after Covid. They also tackle clutter!

Jenn and Andrea talk about local restaurants they've frequented through the pandemic.