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Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021

Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home. And with affordability as tight as it’s been lately, it’s fair to wonder how anyone…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 27, 2026

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Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now

If you're waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while. But before you get discouraged, there's a number working behind the…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 26, 2026

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Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven't changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it's a real possibility. A lot of people are…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 25, 2026

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The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home

If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment. The truth is, you usually don’t have to.…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 24, 2026

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Who Has the Upper Hand in Today’s Housing Market?

Who Has the Upper Hand in Today's Housing Market? Ask around and almost every homebuyer out there wants to know if there’s a way to get a better deal. And…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 23, 2026

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The Kind of House Buyers Are Willing To Pay More For

That spare room on the main floor. The finished basement with a kitchenette and its own entrance. The bonus room you've been using for storage. To you, it's extra space.…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 22, 2026

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Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply – Here’s How.

You may have heard the number of homes for sale isn’t growing like it was. And maybe that has you worried you won’t find a home you love when it’s…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 21, 2026

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August 2026 Housing Market Report for Central Oregon

Bend Real Estate Market Update – August 2026 Beacon Report Deep Dive: Strong Sales, Steady Prices, More Choices If there’s one message coming through loud and clear in the August…

David KeyteAugust 20, 2026

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Home Insurance for Bend Buyers: Quote Before You Commit

Home insurance is not just a closing-day formality. For a Bend-area buyer, the availability, price and terms of coverage can materially change the monthly cost and risk of owning a…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 19, 2026

Market Update

Deal of the Week: Newer Home with Premium Upgrades in Redmond

Deal of the Week: Newer Home with Premium Upgrades in Redmond Newer construction, extensive upgrades, and added buyer savings make this Redmond home one worth a closer look. Located at…

Bend Relo TeamAugust 18, 2026

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Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home

Who Has the Upper Hand in Today’s Housing Market?

The Kind of House Buyers Are Willing To Pay More For

Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply – Here’s How.

August 2026 Housing Market Report for Central Oregon

Home Insurance for Bend Buyers: Quote Before You Commit

Deal of the Week: Newer Home with Premium Upgrades in Redmond

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