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Looking for Summer Fun in Portland?

Tuesday, June 5, 2007
by Rob Levy, Prudential Northwest Properties

The lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are here!

Time to get the kids and dogs out and about! Pack a picnic and take in a concert at the Oregon Zoo! While these evenings are not free (some are to members), they're certainly affordable and offer an eclectic mix of musical entertainment and a chance for the family to relax together! The zoo has recently opened a variety of new exhibits to enjoy while you are there.

The Portland Parks and recreation offer free summer concerts in a number of city parks. They will soon offer the summer schedule in mid-June at Portland Parks and Recreation on-line.  Summer Pools both outdoor and indoor are also a great idea for the whole family.  These offer affordable safe recreation and are a great way to cool off without leaving the city.

Playgrounds all over the city offer free supervised play areas, sports and crafts for ages up to 18 years old. Many parks offer a free lunch to area children as well.

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Relocating with Pets

Monday, June 4, 2007
by Rob Levy, Prudential Northwest Properties

Submitted by Cathy Hill

If you’re relocating and have pets, don’t forget to make special arrangements for them.   Relocating pets requires minor accommodations and can be fairly easy, as long as you have done some basic planning .  You can relocate pets a number of ways; you can drive with them, fly with them, or have them moved independently with a pet moving service .  If you have more than a one-day road trip with your pet, you’ll need to plan hotel stops.  Here in Oregon, you can plan stops at a number of pet-friendly hotels.

 

Having moved my cat several times, I know it can be stressful for a pet, especially at an older age, to relocate.  Be sure to check with your veterinarian for clearance and for tips, and also have something of a first aid kit with you in case of an emergency.  Portland is a very pet-friendly city, and once here your 4-legged friend is likely to be a pretty happy camper.   Cats tend to enjoy the greenery and the fresh air, and you can take your dog to any number of dog-friendly restaurants!  If you need help finding a vet or have questions about your pet’s new life in Portland, give us a call.  Many of us at The Rob Levy Team are pet owners and would be glad to help!

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Portland, Oregon Home Market Beats to it's Own Real Estate Drum

Monday, June 4, 2007
by Rob Levy, Prudential Northwest Properties

Submitted by Bruce Hecht

In the past 14 days, I have been working with a flurry of buyers and investors that are taking advantage of the great inventory on the market, the wonderful prices, lower interest rates and the fact that they do not have to be the first buyer to see a home.

May and June always seem to bring a lot of buyers and investors off of the fence.  They are moving their money out of possible poor investments and making the move before the season changes and maybe for  tax purposes.  They want to try to flush away the loss in stocks and try to start the season fresh with real estate in Portland, Oregon for 2007 and position themselves for a firm 2008, which is only 196 days away.

I was just out today looking at 4 homes for some out of town buyers/investors that need to identify 3 homes for their 1031 exchange.  My search found 9 homes and after calling the listing agents to check on their availability, I found out that 4 of the homes had sold in the past 24 hours. WOW!

I did find 3 very nice homes that will work perfect for these buyers.  The offer has been written and signed by my out of town clients and I will present the offer tonight.  Hopefully we will have good news.

The timing could not be better for buyers to purchase homes; whether you live in them or rent them out, all the pieces of the puzzle are fitting together nicely right now.  Good Luck!

 

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