Monthly Archives: June 2011

RMLS Market Action Report – May 2011

While closed sales were down in May 2011 compared with May 2010, pending sales greatly increased compared with the same month a year ago, and inventory hit the lowest level since October 2009. Closed sales were down 15% in May … Continue reading

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Mortgages Tumble to 7-Month Low

Mortgage rates fell again this week as investors grew more concerned about slow economic growth. The benchmark 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell 4 basis points this week, to 4.65 percent, according to the Bankrate.com national survey of large lenders. A basis point is … Continue reading

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LEED Gold Meriwether Condo OPEN Tuesday, June 7th 11-1

Live Green @ the Meriwether South Waterfront LEED Gold building. Unique end unit condo with 180 degree views of the Willamette River & Mt. St. Helens. 4 outdoor areas: front porch, guest BD deck, 292SF master BD terrace & 665SF … Continue reading

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Reduced Loan Origination Fee for LEED Certified Properties

Earth Wise Home Loan The Earth Wise Home Loan is a unique loan program that offers a financial incentive to borrowers who are purchasing a green-certified home. Unlike other green loans, the Earth Wise Home Loan is both quick and … Continue reading

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Portland Apartment Projects Spring Up

Construction cranes are returning to Portland as some of the city’s most established multifamily developers prepare to construct the first new market-rate apartments since the recession started. Developers such as Patrick Prendergast, Peter Stott, Chris Rogers and Mill Creek Residential … Continue reading

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South Waterfront 25th Annual Great Blue Heron Week

Great Blue Heron Week is coming to the South Waterfront in a big way during the first week of June. Wednesday, June 1, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Mirabella, Willamette Hall 3550 SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR Thursday, June 2, … Continue reading

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