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Why Pacific Pioneer Real Estate works by Referral....

Relationships are vital to our business.

Pacific Pioneer Real Estate strives to provide exceptional customer service and life long relationships.  We strive to provide an exemplary experience that you brag to your friends and family about regularly.  

We recognize that many Oregonians are still struggling with owning more on their homes than they may currently be worth.  However with the recent spike in the Oregon Real Estate industry and Sandy Oregon specifically many families are now in a position to make a great move.  

Working by referral allows for a higher level of trust and support because you know our clients.  Many of our past clients refer multiple friends, family members and co-workers because they are so happy with their experience at Pacific Pioneer Real Estate.  

If you have lived in Sandy Oregon long chances are that you went to school with one of our Real Estate professionals or someone in their family.  It's important that our clients know that we aren't going anywhere.  We love Sandy Oregon and the small town feel that comes with it.  

However if you have been thinking about moving to Sandy Oregon, we can be a fountain of information.  Begin your search about Sandy Oregon at the Pacific Pioneer Moving Guide for Sandy Oregon.  

For more information or just to have coffee and talk about your options just contact the Pacific Pioneer Real Estate office at 503-668-4994.

Five Mistakes that Can Decrease the Value of Your Home

We all want to increase the values of our homes especially when we want to sell our home.  There is lots of advice of how to increase your home's value and make it more desirable but we want to address the mistakes we see home owners make over and over that diminish the values of their homes.  Learn from their mistakes.  

1 - Making it look even smaller - Small rooms can be a challenge and you can actually make a room look even smaller with the wrong decorating choices.  For instance using small tiles in a small bathroom make it appear even smaller.  Search the web for ways to make your rooms look even bigger like these 19 Foolproof Ways to Make A Small Space Feel Bigger by Buzz Feed.
2 - Landscaping without a plan - It may be a cute little tree now that fits perfectly next to the driveway but will the roots end up breaking up your pavement of sewer lines sown the road.  Before landscaping make a plan and research the trees and shrubs you plant to ensure you don't have any surprises in your future.  
3 - Keeping old appliances - Review the age an quality of the appliances in your kitchen.  A stove that is old and too scratched to be properly cleaned is a big turn-off for potential buyers.  
4 - Skipping the deep clean - Cleaning the dirt out of the window tracks, making dirty grout sparkle and cleaning stained carpets will help set you home apart because details matter when it comes to home care.    
5 - Choosing funky colors - The color choice may perfectly reflect your personality but if the chances of it appealing to the majority of buyers is slim you will want to pursue a more neutral color palate.  

The Pacific Pioneer Real Estate Team is always happy to help you identify and prioritize the items that will give you the biggest bang for your buck when it's time to sell your home.  Feel free to contact them directly at 503-668-4994.  

How to buy a home - Five Tips To Get You Prepared

Historically the spring and summer months are a time when many home buyers and sellers enter the real estate market.  It may be the warm weather or maybe it’s the longer days but it is clear that many take advantage to find a new home.  If you are thinking of buying or selling a home there are some things that you can do to prepare; below are some tips to aid you in preparation for the home buying process.

#1 Tip for Home Buyers

How to Prepare Your Credit – If you are like most people you will be financing your next home.  Ensuring you know what is on your credit report and taking the time to rectify anything you might find is important to you getting the best rate possible.  If you are a first time home buyer correcting any errors on your credit report can be important to boosting your credit report.  You can order one free credit report per year from AnnualCreditReport.com.  Remember that there are three different credit reporting agencies: Experian, TransUnion and Equifax.  Different home lenders utilize different credit reporting agencies. 

#2 Tip for Home Buyers

Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage – One of the first steps anyone planning to purchase a home should take is to meet with a professional mortgage lender to review your financial situation including savings and investments as well as your credit history.  This information is compiled to provide you with a better awareness of what you can afford and your available mortgage financing options. 

#3 Tip for home Buyers

Establishing a Budget – Whether or not you are a first time home buyer or this is a second home purchase – establishing a budget can help you avoid financial difficulties in the future.  Knowing and sticking you homes within your budget is important.  Also take into consideration the aspects of each prospective home that would affect your monthly expenses like type of heat. 

#4 Tip for Home Buyers

Make a Few Lists – You will most likely find that buying a home more a process of eliminating homes that are currently on the market more than a process of selection.  We suggest that you make two lists.  One list should include all the must have characteristics you are looking for in a new home.  The second list should be your deal breakers.  These lists will also help you better communicate your wants and needs to your Real Estate Agent. 

#5 Tip for Home Buying

Consider Resale – We know that it may seem like a long term decision, the average American buys a new home every 13 years, according to a recent article from the National Association of Home Builders.  Considering the resale value and highlights of a home when buying a home can prove to be an intelligent move in the future too.

When considering how to buy a home, whether you are a first time home buyer or is you are buying a second home, speaking with a Real Estate professional can prove to be priceless.  Pioneer Pacific Real Estate offers the service of yesterday, the technology of today and the commitment of tomorrow.  If you would like to know what your house is worth or a list of homes that meet your families unique needs and wants, contact Pacific Pioneer Real Estate and it’s friendly Realtors. 

Visit Pacific Pioneer Real Estate in Historic Downtown Sandy Oregon at 38985 Pioneer Blvd or contact them at 503.668.0173 for more information.