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Market insights & local perspectives
Honest, data-driven advice from the Blackwell Team. Read our latest articles on market trends, home buying and selling tips, and what is happening in Tigard, Tualatin, and Sherwood.
Market Insights
What the September 2026 Housing Market Means for Sellers
Inventory is up, prices are steadier, and buyers are pickier. Here is what the September 2026 housing market means for sellers, and how to price, prepare, and present your home to close before year-end.
Seller Tips
Pricing Your Home Right: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Price sets everything in motion when you sell. Here is what comps really tell you, the real cost of overpricing, and how we price your home right from day one.
Seller Tips
Getting Your Home Ready: Prep and Repairs That Actually Pay Off
Buyers fall for how a home makes them feel. Here is how to fix what stands out, handle the big-ticket items, and win the first showing with curb appeal.
Seller Tips
Timing Your Sale and Handling Concessions This Fall
Fall can be a great season to sell. We walk through why fall listings work, finding your timing, and negotiating concessions with confidence.
Seller Tips
First-Time Sellers – 5 Things You May Not Know
Selling your first home? Discover five essential insights about pricing, preparation, disclosures, closing costs, and negotiations that can help you navigate the process with confidence.
Buyer Tips
Home Search Frustration? How to Refocus and Keep Going
Feeling frustrated when each home falls short of expectations? Learn how to refocus on must-haves, embrace patience, and find the right home for you.
Market Insights
AI Stocks Are Volatile. Is Your Home Value Next?
Stock market volatility is unsettling, but homeowners should feel confident. Here is what history and economic data tell us about the real connection between Wall Street and your home value.
Buyer Tips
The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home
Beyond the down payment and mortgage, closing costs, inspections, insurance, and taxes can add thousands. Here is what every buyer should budget for.
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