• Is Solar a Smart Choice for Homeowners in the PNW? What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Before Signing Anything,Amanda Hagen

    Is Solar a Smart Choice for Homeowners in the PNW? What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Before Signing Anything

    Solar energy has become increasingly popular throughout Portland Portland Metro and Southwest Washington. Rising utility costs, sustainability values, and federal incentives make solar an appealing option for many homeowners. But there’s another side of the conversation that often gets overlooked: w

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  • “The Charm (and Legacy) of Sears Kit Houses: Why These Mail-Order Homes Still Captivate Us”,Amanda Hagen

    “The Charm (and Legacy) of Sears Kit Houses: Why These Mail-Order Homes Still Captivate Us”

    Sears kit homes hold a special place in American architectural history — and for good reason. Long before Amazon Prime or modular prefab companies, Sears, Roebuck & Co. was shipping entire houses to people’s doorsteps, neatly packed into boxcars and delivered with step-by-step instructions. Between

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  • Should You Renovate or Move? A Clear Decision Guide,Amanda Hagen

    Should You Renovate or Move? A Clear Decision Guide

    It’s one of the most common questions homeowners ask—especially here in the Pacific Northwest where lifestyle, values, and long-term goals play such a big role in how we choose to live:Should I renovate my current home, or is it time to move? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Your home is more th

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