Kevin Levy

The Hawthorne District in Portland Oregon is an area of Southeast Portland zipcode 97214. It borders along the twisty Ladd’s Addition and the fine dining of the Buckman neighborhood. To the east Mt. Tabor borders Hawthorne. The Hawthorne neighborhood is known for being a younger, free thinking, bike-friendly, hipsters neighborhood. Also be sure to drive across the Hawthorne bridge, it is one of the oldest surviving “lift bridges” in the world.

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The Laurelhurst neighborhood in Portland Oregon located part in Northeast as well as in Southeast has some of the finest homes that Portland has to offer. The neighborhood safety, charm and culture can turn an average walk in the park into a full day of sights and sounds that no on would expect. Moving to Portland's Laurelhurst can clear your mind and open your heart. Huge beautiful luxury homes and structural designs can amaze even the pickiest Portland home buyers. There are landscapes that a King would enjoy and location, location, location that all strive to be near. These Portland homes for sale are absolutely beautiful.

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Kevin Levy
Portland Relocation
503-267-7535
M Realty

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Ladd’s Addition is between Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard and Division Portland, OR 97214 is named after William Ladd, and is known in Portland for its peculiar diagonal street pattern that is relative to the rest of the area. It’s quite easy to get lost while driving or walking through the zig-zag streets, but if you make it to the center you are sure to find a beautiful rose garden and rhododendrons that line the sweet center. You will also find American Elm trees along many of the narrow streets. Most of the homes were built between 1910 and 1925 and are listed as national historic places.

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Kevin Levy - Portland Relocation Services
503-267-7535
M Realty

Buying Tips

No major credit card purchases.
Don't go on a spending spree using credit if you are thinking about buying a home, or in the process of buying a new home. Your mortgage pre-approval is subject to a final evaluation of your financial situation. Even if you have accumulated enough savings, you should consider not making any large purchases until after closing. The last thing you want is to know that you could have purchased a new home had you curbed the urge to spend.

Some sellers to avoid.
There are also some sellers that you should avoid. Not every seller is as genuinely motivated as they make themselves to be. Some possible hints:
*they stall on having the home appraised or inspected
*is unable to clear up liens against their property
*does not own 100% of their property
*they push back the move-out date
*does not have a replacement property or back up plan

How much can you afford?
If you're not sure on the price range, find a lender and get pre-approved. Pre-approval will let you know how much you can afford so that you can look for homes in your price range. Getting pre-approved helps you to alleviate some of the anxieties that come with home buying. You know exactly what you qualify for and at what rate, you know how large your monthly mortgage payments will be, and you know how much you will have for a down payment. Once you are pre-approved, you avoid the frustration of finding homes that you think are perfect, but are not in your price range.
Also, ask yourself where you want to live and what is the best location for you and/or your family. Things to consider:
*convenience for all family members
*proximity to work, school
*crime rate of neighborhood
*local transportation
*types of homes in neighborhood, for example condos, town homes, co-ops, newly constructed home

The importance of an inspection
As a buyer, you are entitled to know exactly what you are getting. Don't take for granted what you see and what the seller or the listing agent tells you. A professional home inspection is something you MUST do, whether you are buying an existing home or a new one. An inspection is an opportunity to have an expert look closely at the property you are considering purchasing and getting both an oral and written opinion as to its condition.
Beforehand, make sure the report will be done by a professional organization, such as a local trade organization or a national trade organization such as ASHI (American Society of Home Inspection). Not only should you never skip an inspection, but also you should go along with the inspector during inspection. This gives you a chance to ask questions about the property and get answers that are not biased. In addition, the oral comments are typically more revealing and detailed than what you will find on the written report. Once the inspection is complete, review the inspection report carefully.
You have to demand an inspection when you present your offer. It must be written in as a contingency; if you do not approve the inspection report, then you don't buy. Most real estate contracts automatically provide an inspection contingency.

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