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Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. The origins of commemorating motherhood dates back to the Ancient Greeks, where in spring festival, they celebrated the goddess Rhea, considered the Mother of the Gods. Anna Jarvis’s lobbying…

Median monthly rent: $1,711 Monthly income needed: $5,703

Officials celebrated the opening of a 169-unit affordable housing community in east Portland, Oregon. The project, Canopy Apartments at Powell, is a result of a partnership between USA Properties Fund, Northwest Housing Alternatives, and Oregon Housing and Community Services. The development aims to provide stable affordable housing opportunities for lower-income residents in the area. Continue…

Oregon ranks 30th in the hottest real estate markets of 2024. Median sale price in Oregon: $491,600, with 3.9% year-on-year growth.

Oregon Legislature passes Emergency Housing Stability and Production Package, aiding statewide housing development.Coastal areas, including North Bend, Toledo, and Tillamook, secure over $13 million in funding.

Zillow study shows Portland income needed for a typical home rose from 2020 to 2024. Data reveals a staggering 64% increase from 2020 to 2024, pushing the required income to a significant $184,227.

Tips for first-time home buyers on getting pre-approved for a mortgage quickly: Talk to a loan officer for guidance, ask for referrals from friends, review your credit report for errors, gather necessary documentation, work with one mortgage professional to find the best option, consider interest rates, fees, and customer service when choosing a lender. Continue…

1: Research the Oregon Real Estate market before house hunting.2: Get pre-approved for a mortgage to know how much you can afford.

The North/Northeast Preference Policy waitlist for homeownership assistance in Portland has opened for the first time since 2019. The policy gives priority to applicants with ties to North and Northeast Portland, aiming to help those who were displaced by city policies. Applicants must meet income restrictions and can receive assistance from the Portland Housing Center.…

Homebuyers in Portland require an income of $161,624 to afford a mortgage comfortably. This is a significant increase compared to $65,664 more than what was needed in 2020.