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Navigating the Permit Process: What every homeowner should know before starting a renovation
Starting a home renovation project can be both exciting and overwhelming. One of the most crucial aspects that homeowners often overlook is the permit process. Understanding building permits is essential for a successful renovation project.
Why do you need permits?
Building permits are legal documents that ensure your renovation meets local safety codes and regulations. They protect both you and your property's value in the long run.
Urban Nest Agents Are Your New Best Friends in Real Estate
Why was Urban Nest recently voted 2nd in the Willamette Week’s “Best Of Portland” Reader’s Poll? Keep reading to understand why our agents and the brokerage behind them stands out. Looking for a real estate agent who gets you? At Urban Nest Realty, our agents aren't just about selling houses – they're about making real humans, real estate dreams come true. Here's why our agents are your new BFFs in the world of homeownership. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, or you are located in Oregon or Washington - we’ve got your best interests at heart.
Why Buying a Home Now May Never Be So Easy
It’s a Great Time to Buy a House. Really.
It’s becoming a common refrain among real estate professionals: “Now is the time to buy.” But some prospective homebuyers may still be skeptical. After all, selling homes is how the real estate business makes money, so they have a vested interest in encouraging hesitant buyers to enter the market.
But the truth of the matter is that now really is an ideal time to make your dream of homeownership a reality. Still sitting on the fence? Keep reading.