
The Bridge to Portland Group blog.
For us, real estate is not just about transactions. Real estate is about helping people reach their goals.
Our blog shares stories about the important life stages and decisions we get to help our clients through. It’s just as personal for us as it is for our clients and we are proud to share in the journey.
Ask a Real Estate Agent: Is It a Good Idea to Get an Assumable Loan?
With interest rates high, a 3% mortgage seems like a fairytale. Is an assumable loan the answer to making that fairytale real? The answer is complicated.
From Housewarming Party to Homeownership: Will & Mac's First-Time Buyer Journey
Find out how Genmae helped Will and Mac successfully navigate the purchase of their very first home!
When Preparation Pays Off: A First-Time Homebuyer Success Story
Find out how our team helped Brandon and Rachel find their perfect first home in record time!
Announcing Our 4th Annual Summer Party
Join us on Sun, Jul 28th from 12pm - 2pm at our Living Room Realty Multnomah Village office (7830 SW 35th Ave). Stop by for some fun in the sun and grab a shaved ice from Kona Ice on the house. See the full post for all the details!
A Home 20 Years in the Making: Helping Kurt & Kathryn in Their Oregon Move
Find out how our team helped Kurt and Kathryn navigate the purchase of a new-construction home in Beaverton!
From Backup Offers to Victory: Katie’s Path to Homeownership
Katie was a first-time homebuyer that Beth and Genmae had the pleasure to work with when she was ready to stop renting and start investing in herself. It was time for her to buy a house!
From Alaska to Oregon: Celebrating Caroline's New Lake Oswego Condo
Find out how Genmae helped her referral client, Caroline, relocate from Alaska to Lake Oswego to be closer to her family.
Navigating the Portland Market: First-Time Homebuyer Success!
It turns out, you really can get that perfect blend of Portland charm and move-in ready ease as first-time homebuyers! Find out how Genmae helped Sofie and Elijah find their perfect first home.
Ask a Real Estate Agent: Do Property Taxes Go Up When a Home Sells?
When considering purchasing a home, have you ever wondered how accurate prior years’ taxes are at predicting future tax payments? Expert broker, Beth Benner tells you what you can expect come tax time in Oregon.
Keys to the Future: Rachel & Alexis' Multi-Generational Living Adventure
Rachel & Alexis had outgrown their beloved family home in Beaverton & were ready to upsize. Find out how Sharon & Gen helped them find the perfect home and negotiate a huge repair credit!
Visit the Bridge to Portland Group at Pride Lake Oswego
On Sunday, June 2nd, the Bridge to Portland Group is setting up shop at the first annual Pride Lake Oswego event, and we want YOU to join us!
Home Sweet Home: Celebrating Beaverton's Newest Residents
Learn more about first-time homebuyers Zach and O’neal and their path to homeownership!
Finding Home: Alex and Clark's Perfect Match in NW Vancouver
Meet Alex & Clark, new Vancouver transplants who worked with Beth to find the perfect home for their family in Clark County!
SW Portland Real Estate Guide: The 4T Adventure
Sharon shares more about the 4Ts of SW Portland: trail, tram, trolley, and train in our next SW Portland Real Estate Guide entry!
Announcing Our 4th Annual Shred Event
Join us on Sat, Apr 20th from 10am-12pm at the Living Room Realty Multnomah Village office located at 7830 SW 35th Ave in Portland. Stop by to shred some of those post-tax day documents and enjoy an espresso or tea beverage on us!
A Tale of Two Homes: How Danielle & Stu Found Their Dream Home in Glenfair
Find out how Bridge to Portland Group teammates Sharon Bloudek and Genmae Rianelli helped these sweet first-time homebuyers choose between two homes!
Weathering the Storm: Determination Pays Off in SE Portland
Find out how Sharon & Genmae’s clients braved an ice storm to close on their dream house on time!
A Home Buying Workshop for 2024
Join us on Thursday, February 1st for a free home buying workshop that will help you determine whether buying a home is the right move now, later, or maybe even never.
From North Portland to the Westside: A New Neighborhood for Patrick & JoAnne
This transaction was a testament to the power of resilience, strategic planning, & teamwork. Find out how Beth’s clients landed the perfect one-level home in SW Portland.
SW Portland Real Estate Guide: Exploring the Tryon Creek State Natural Area
If you've been thinking about exploring SW Portland real estate options and you love the great outdoors, Tryon Creek may be just the place you've been waiting for.
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