Why Homeowners Insurance in Eugene Oregon Matters for Every Homebuyer Buying a home is one of the biggest milestones in life, but before the keys are handed over, there’s an important step every buyer must take: securing homeowners insurance. As insurance expert Eric Messner of State Farm Insurance explained in a conversation with Eugene Spotlights […]
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A Balanced Housing Market in Eugene The housing market in Eugene and Lane County has reached a balanced stage. After a surge of listings in May, June saw fewer new homes on the market. Despite the changes in activity, home prices have leveled off, with the median price holding around $435,000. For buyers, this stability
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Why Newlyweds Should Consider Homeownership Early For couples just starting their journey together, owning a home can provide stability and a foundation for future plans. While weddings often take the spotlight, purchasing a home is one of the most impactful financial decisions newlyweds can make. With rent costs continuing to rise, locking in a mortgage
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Looking to invest in real estate in Eugene? Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or a first-time investor, there are a variety of opportunities worth exploring—according to Gary Raze of Lane County Listings. Gary sat down to discuss three key real estate investment avenues in Eugene: student housing, rental properties, and fixer-uppers. 1. Student Housing: A
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Divorce is never easy. It’s an emotionally and financially challenging time, and one of the most complicated aspects can be deciding what happens to the family home. Gary Raze of Lane County Listings with RE/MAX Integrity sat down to shed some light on this delicate topic, sharing insights and advice from his real estate experience.
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For many seniors, staying in the home they love is a top priority. But with rising costs and limited income from Social Security or pensions, maintaining that lifestyle can be challenging. Gary Raze sat down with Ron Smith of Cross Country Mortgage to discuss how reverse mortgages can help. What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A
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2024 in Review The Lane County real estate market closed 2024 with a surprising level of stability. Despite higher interest rates, home prices did not fall as some expected. Instead, they held steady around $435,000 for most of the year and rose slightly to $450,000 by December. While total sales dipped compared to previous years,
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A Positive Shift Ahead The Lane County real estate market is expected to see stronger activity in 2025. While home prices may not change dramatically, buyer and seller activity is projected to increase significantly. Many homeowners—especially those 45 and older—remember when interest rates regularly hovered around 6–7%. With today’s rates stabilizing in the same range,
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Month-to-Month Trends As the holiday season approached, the Lane County housing market experienced a notable slowdown from October to November. New listings dropped by nearly 39%, signaling fewer homes entering the market. Pending sales fell sharply, down almost 17% compared to October. Closed sales slipped by about 7%, showing a modest seasonal cooling. Despite these
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Advice for Buyers Buying a home has always been a challenge. Whether it was 1970 or today, buyers often feel anxious, uncertain, and stretched financially. The truth is, there’s never a “perfect time” to buy. Prices historically continue to rise, making it nearly impossible to save faster than the market increases. The key is to
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