Hawthorne is one of those Portland neighborhoods that feels effortlessly alive—creative, a little eclectic, and always worth exploring. Stretching through Southeast Portland, Hawthorne Boulevard is lined with a mix of vintage storefronts, locally owned shops, and some of the city’s most crave-worthy food spots. It’s the kind of place where you can spend an entire […]

If you’re considering a move to Northwest Portland, here’s the short answer to why people choose it: you move here for the walkability, the charm, the dog-friendly lifestyle, and the built-in community. It’s one of the few Portland neighborhoods where you can step outside your front door and have coffee, parks, dinner, and locally owned […]

  Published: September 17, 2025 Today, the Federal Reserve made a move that many in real estate and finance have been watching closely: it trimmed the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (a quarter point), bringing the benchmark rate down to a range of 4.00%–4.25%. (Investopedia) This is the first rate cut since December […]

The Portland metro real estate market in August 2025 continues to reflect a period of transition. While demand remains steady, the data shows signs of a shifting balance between buyers and sellers. Inventory is rising compared to last year, prices have softened slightly, and homes are staying on the market longer. At the same time, […]