Time To Go House Hunting
After you’ve selected an agent and prepared your finances, it’s time to view properties.
Explore
Drive through neighborhoods you’re considering and review online listings. When you find a property of interest, your agent will arrange showings and provide local market context and resale considerations.
Narrow Your Search
Work with your agent to set clear criteria: number of bedrooms and baths, yard, school district, commute, and other essentials. Clear priorities help your agent narrow options and save time.
It's Time to Buy
When you find the right property, your agent will prepare a strategic offer. They will analyze comparable sales, estimate costs, and advise on contingencies, home warranties, escrow, and title arrangements. Your agent manages negotiations and drafts the purchase agreement, but final terms and price are your decision.
When you are ready to get started, call us at 503.828.2268 or complete this short form and one of our agents will be in touch.
Get In Touch
Tips For Buying
Don’t Max Out Your Budget
Approval for a maximum loan amount isn’t a recommendation to spend it all. Reserve funds for closing costs, taxes, maintenance, and potential repairs or renovations.
Get To Know The Area
Confirm neighborhood fit — schools, commute, shopping, and long-term resale prospects matter.
Don’t Skip The Inspection
A thorough inspection reveals hidden issues, gives negotiating leverage, and provides peace of mind.
Get Pre-Approved
A lender pre-approval signals to sellers that you’re a serious buyer and prepared to move quickly.
What Price Range Can I Afford?
Resources For Portland Home Buyers
The journey to homeownership starts by understanding how much you can afford. One major thing to consider is your down payment, if any. Many consumers believe it's impossible to buy a home without at least 20 percent down. But thanks to various government-sponsored programs, many people can now buy a house with as little as 3.5 percent toward a down payment. Veterans of the U.S. military have zero-down programs available.
Finding a knowledgable Mortgage Loan Officer is key to recieving the most up-to-date information on available lending options. Feel free to check out or vetted list of preffered lenders below - or, if you just want to run some quick rough numbers, check out our free mortgage calculator.
Areas We Serve
- Portland
- Sherwood
- Tigard
- Tualatin
- Wilsonville
- Newberg
- McMinnville
- Lake Oswego
- Beaverton
- Hillsboro