Patrick Robison - Opt Real Estate

10/19/2025

Oregon advances state zoning efforts to promote 'missing middle' housing
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10/18/2025

Top 10 Priciest States to Buy a House by 2030: Expert Predictions
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10/17/2025

Hillsboro's Housing Strategy Faces Roadblock as DLCD Demands Revisions
Did you know Hillsboro’s housing plan just hit a major roadblock? 🏘️ City leaders are revising the strategy after the state called for clearer timelines to expand housing options. Will these changes shape our community’s future? 🕰️ Share your thoughts!

Hillsboro developed a Housing Production Strategy in response to its diverse housing needs, based on a 2023 analysis. After the City Council adopted it in December 2024, the Oregon DLCD requested changes, particularly regarding unclear timelines for expanding residential land beyond city limits. The...

10/15/2025

Will Fed Policy Impact Your Loan?

10/15/2025

Pat did an amazing job helping us get our first home. He explained everything thoroughly through the...
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10/14/2025

Cities With the Most Expensive Homes in Oregon
Did you know Powell Butte leads Oregon with home values topping $1M? 🏡💰 Many cities in the Portland metro also make the list! Curious which ones? Prices have soared over 50% in places like Cannon Beach! Would you buy here?

Powell Butte tops Oregon's most expensive home list with a typical value of $1,016,453. Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro dominates with 18 cities in the top 30. Home values range from around $644K in Garden Home-Whitford to over $1M in Powell Butte. Despite some 1-year declines, 5-year price incre...

10/14/2025

Sell Your Home for the Best Price, Hassle-Free
Expert marketing, strategic pricing, and negotiation support to help you sell quickly and maximize your profit.

Expert marketing, strategic pricing, and negotiation support to help you sell quickly and maximize your profit.

10/13/2025

Honoring the Significance of Indigenous Day

10/13/2025

Portland Housing Recovery: How Soon Is “Normal”?

10/12/2025

5 Ways to Pay Off Your Home Mortgage Early and Save
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Paying off your mortgage early can save money on interest and allow for better financial focus, such as retirement savings or emergency funds. However, it's crucial not to compromise other financial needs. Early payoff may also mean losing mortgage interest tax deductions. Homeowners can reduce thei...

10/11/2025

Paying Off Mortgage Early: 6 Ways And The Benefits
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To pay off a mortgage early, consider these six strategies: 1. Make biweekly payments to reduce the loan term and save on interest. 2. Refinance to a shorter loan term for lower interest rates and payments. 3. Reevaluate your budget to free up funds for extra payments. 4. Round up monthly payments t...

10/10/2025

Housing Inventory Has Reverted to Pre-Pandemic Levels in These 14 States
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