Selling investment property through a 1031 exchange? Here’s what to do before your 45-day identification deadline — including the one rule most investors get wrong.
Carlton, Oregon offers something buyers do not find in every small town: a true wine-country identity, a vibrant downtown, and access to the broader Willamette Valley while still feeling distinctly rural. That lifestyle appeal is real—but it does not mean every Carlton home is automatically a strong investment or that wine-industry activity guarantees appreciation. Buyers…
A buyer may be able to terminate after a home inspection when the signed purchase agreement gives the buyer that right and the buyer follows the required deadline and notice procedure. The inspection right is contractual—not a universal rule that works identically in every Oregon transaction. The exact sale agreement, addenda, waivers, deadlines, and notices…
A vacation home does not have to be owned by one person—or even one household. Buyers may own the entire property, purchase it with relatives or friends, hold it through an LLC or trust, or buy a deeded fractional interest. Timeshares and vacation clubs provide another way to enjoy vacation properties, but they are not…
Selling a home during divorce combines a real estate transaction with legal, financial, and emotional decisions. The safest process begins by confirming who has authority to make decisions and how the sale will be handled under any agreement or court order. A real estate broker can manage the sale, remain neutral, and communicate clearly. The…
The Biggest Mistake New Airbnb Owners Make One of the biggest mistakes I see people make when they decide to start an Airbnb is getting excited and immediately jumping into property searches. Honestly, I thought that way too. Find a house. Buy it. Furnish it. List it. Start making money. Simple, right? Not exactly. Before…
Accepting an offer is a major milestone, but the sale is not finished. The signed agreement controls the closing date, contingencies, deadlines, access obligations, possession, and what happens next. Many financed sales close in several weeks, but there is no guaranteed 30-to-45-day Oregon timeline. Cash, financing, appraisal, title, inspections, repairs, and negotiated terms can shorten…
If you’re considering buying a short-term rental in Oregon, choosing the right property is only part of the equation. You also have to choose the right market. Oregon offers a surprisingly diverse range of short-term rental opportunities. There are beach towns along the coast, mountain communities around Mt. Hood, wine country destinations, college towns, larger…
Another Lesson in Trusting—but Verifying—My Airbnb Settings One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned while launching our vacation rental is this: Never assume the system is right. I thought I had finally figured out the cleaning fee settings. I had entered the amount, reviewed the listing, and moved on to the next item on my…
The short answer is: possibly—but the first step is determining who has the legal authority to sell. If you owned the property with survivorship rights, your spouse’s ownership interest may pass to you outside probate. If your spouse owned the property separately, or the deed did not include survivorship rights, probate or another legally recognized…
