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August 30, 2018

How Restrictive Growth Policies Affect Housing Affordability In Many Cities

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Posted in Economics 101 Videos by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate


Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner explains how restrictive growth policies are affecting housing affordability in many cities.​
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August 29, 2018

Providing Scholarships and School Supplies to Students in Need

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Posted in Windermere Foundation by Marilou Ubungen


It’s that time of year again! As families prepare to send their kids back to school, Windermere agents have been out in their communities raising money to support programs that provide school supplies and scholarships to students in need.
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August 27, 2018

Building Character - Balancing a Home's Personality and Amenities

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Posted in Buying by John Trupin


It's sometimes said that the limitations of a house are what help make it a home. For many, however, it is a point of pride to accept only the finest in their new residence. How can you find the balance between cultivating a lived-in home with personality and quirks versus a house with cutting-edge amenities that improve quality of life? To get to the bottom of that, we gathered a list of six...
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August 22, 2018

Outfitting Your Home to Survive the Threat of Wildfires

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Posted in Living by John Trupin


Much of the Western United States is grappling with the same issue this summer – the specter of smoke and fire from some of the largest forest fires in recent memory. For individuals, even the decreased air quality can be a threat, while the destruction that the fires themselves can wreak is devastating. Homeowners living near impacted areas are often left with an impossible choice...
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August 20, 2018

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Home Addition Construction

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Posted in Architecture by John Trupin


When dissatisfaction with your current home strikes, it can be exciting to launch into a plan for a new addition. A new living room, bedroom, or more can add value to your home while improving your quality of life. On the other hand, even a modest addition can turn into a major construction project, with architects and contractors to manage, construction workers...
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August 16, 2018

How Zoning and Regulatory Costs Impact Housing Affordability

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Posted in Economics 101 Videos by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate


Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner explains the ways zoning rules and regulatory costs can limit housing affordability.
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August 15, 2018

The Most Ambitious Trends in Luxury Pool Design

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Posted in Luxury by John Trupin


When it comes to luxury home design, if you can imagine it, it can be done. In-home spas, luxe bowling alleys, and glass wine rooms are just a few examples we’re seeing out there. The same idea extends outdoors to swimming pools, which are a must for most luxury homes. But we aren’t talking about just any old backyard pool; they’re usually more masterpiece than mainstream. We consulted...
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August 13, 2018

Refreshing Your Home and Your Spirit With Seven Easy Steps

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Posted in Living by John Trupin


The yearning to move lives in the spirit of many homeowners, but that desire for something new is often at odds with what feels feasible. That sense of newness needn't come from a dramatic uprooting, however. The great part about having a home of your own is you can make improvements and give your home a chance to evolve over time. You just need to help your home live up to its potential! We...
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August 09, 2018

Montana Real Estate Market Update

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Posted in Montana Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate


According to the Labor Department, Montana added 2,900 non-agricultural jobs over the past 12 months, representing an annual growth rate of 0.6%. For perspective, the U.S growth rate is running at about 1.6%. Although the state has experienced significant increases in employment since the last recession, the pace of growth has slowed significantly, which is mainly due to a lack of workers...
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August 08, 2018

Oregon and Southwest Washington Real Estate Market Update

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Posted in Oregon and Southwest Washington Real Estate Market Update by Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate


The State of Oregon has added 30,400 new jobs over the past 12 months, representing a reasonable annual growth rate of 1.6%. It is clear, however, that job growth in Oregon has started to taper, with the annual rate dropping below 2% in the early spring of this year. This is no great cause for concern as the state has essentially reached full employment, which tends to slow employment growth...
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