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Looking for a Buyer’s agent? You should be….

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 15:01:29 +0100

After years of trepidation, homebuyers are finally hitting the housing market. But, as they do, many are making the surprising choice to hunt alone, rejecting the assistance of what's known in real estate as a buyer's agent.

Many experts say this is a bad move — worse, for example, than trying to sell a house without an agent. For one thing, in most cases, a buyer doesn't pay an agent; the buyer's agent splits the commission with the seller's agent, so the services are essentially free to the buyer. Also, a buyer's agent can usually access historical price data for home sales in the area, which means the agent can recommend a bidding strategy that targets comparable properties that sold for less, rather than the midrange. I call going through this process alone "a mistake."

For free advice from a top buyer’s agent in Oregon, contact David Waite with John L. Scott Market Center at 503-887-5323 or waite-david@msn.com. More info at www.johnlscott.com/davidwa

Real Estate Market News thru August 2013 - David Waite has the facts

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 15:00:07 +0100

Portland Metro Real Estate Market Report thru August 2013

Year-to-Date Summary

There have been 19,891 accepted offers and 18,231 closed sales in 2013, up 16.3% from 17,105 pending’s and 18.4% from 15,402 closed sales in the same period last year. The 26,850 new listings so far this year represent a 10.7% increase from the 24,262 entered the first eight months of last year.

Average and Median Sale Prices

The average sales price so far this year is $309,200, up 14.1% from the same period in 2012, when the average was $271,100. In the same comparison, the median price increased 15.2% from $230,000 last year to $265,000 thus far in 2013.

Salem Metro Real Estate Market Report thru August 2013

Year-to-Date Summary

There have been 943 accepted offers and 878 closed sales so far in 2013, up 18.5% and 24.0%, respectively, from 796 pending’s and 708 closed sales by the same time last year. The 1,377 new listings represent a 3.4% decrease from the 1,426 entered by August 2012.

Average and Median Sale Prices

The average sales price for the first eight months of the year is $187,900, up 10.7% from the same time in 2012, when the average was $169,700. In the same comparison, the median price increased 10.1% from $149,900 last year to $165,000 so far in 2013.

Oregon Coast Real Estate Market Report thru August 2013

Year-to-Date Summary

The 2,072 new listings represent a 10.0% increase over the 1,884 entered by August 2012. There were 787 accepted offers and 710 closed sales so far this year, up 2.5% and 9.6%, respectively, from 768 pending’s and 648 sales in the same period last year.

Average and Median Sale Prices

The average sales price for the first eight months of the year is $271,200, up 8.7% from the same period of 2012, when the average was $249,600. In the same comparison, the median increased 4.9% from $200,000 last year to $209,800 so far in 2013.

Looks to me like a perfect time to sell!

David Waite

John L. Scott Market Center
Call or Text 503-887-5323 Home Office 503-628-4558
Email waite-david@msn.com

www.propertyinportland.com

Christmas for the Troops - Care Packages being put together

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:20:34 +0100

Once again we are working on sending out Care Packages to the Troops. We are planning on putting the care packages together on November 11th so please donate or call us before then.

Would you be willing to donate any of the following items?

	• Instant coffee • Tea bags • Powdered Gatorade & hot chocolate • Beef jerky • Microwave popcorn • Single serving snack foods/treats • Granola/power bars • Hard candy & gum • Instant meals & soups • Dried fruit If you know of an active service member who would like to be on the shipping list, please provide their name, full mailing address and some of their favorite items via email at info@packfirst.com. Each package costs $12 to ship, so your financial donations are welcome. Please make checks payable to Pack 1st Properties and deliver all items to our office at 254 N. First Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97124. You can deliver items directly to: 254 N 1st Ave Hillsboro OR 97124 or I would be willing to pick up items and deliver them for you. You can contact me or my assistant Mary at 503-628-4558 to schedule a pick up. Questions, please contact LeeAnn Pack at 503-648-3000 or David or Mary Waite at 503-628-4558. We are most grateful for your support. Thank you! David Waite VA Specialist John L. Scott Market Center

• Instant coffee
• Tea bags
• Powdered Gatorade & hot chocolate
• Beef jerky
• Microwave popcorn
• Single serving snack foods/treats
• Granola/power bars
• Hard candy & gum
• Instant meals & soups
• Dried fruit

If you know of an active service member who would like to be on the
shipping list, please provide their name, full mailing address and some
of their favorite items via email at info@packfirst.com.

Each package costs $12 to ship, so your financial donations are welcome. Please make checks payable to Pack 1st Properties and deliver all items to our office at 254 N. First Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97124.

You can deliver items directly to: 254 N 1st Ave Hillsboro OR 97124 or
I would be willing to pick up items and deliver them for you.
You can contact me or my assistant Mary at 503-628-4558 to schedule a pick up.

Questions, please contact LeeAnn Pack at 503-648-3000 or David or Mary Waite at 503-628-4558.

We are most grateful for your support.

Thank you!

David Waite
VA Specialist
John L. Scott Market Center

Portland Oregon: HOME PRICES EDGING UP!

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:07:25 +0100

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By David Waite PC | Broker in Hillsboro, OR

Portland Oregon: HOME PRICES EDGING UP!

Posted under: Market Conditions in Portland, Home Buying in Portland, In My Neighborhood in Portland | August 19, 2011 7:30 AM | 8 views | No comments

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I just read this great article in our local newspaper. It's a rarity to have good press regarding the Portland Real Estate Market and I just had to share it.

http://www.oregonlive.com/business/index.ssf/2011/08/home_prices_edging_up_in_portl.html

My favorite quote is: "Gosh, if your're waiting for the bottom, you might have missed it." It really is the time to buy....prices are moving up and the interest rates are historically low.

David Waite

John L. Scott Market Center

503-887-5323 or waite-david@msn.com

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Propertyinportlandcom-David-Waite-VA-Specialist/107364459284083

Free Phone Call from Overseas Military Memorial Day Sunday May 29th all day!

Sat, 28 May 2011 14:21:28 +0100

Memorial Day Free Call from Military Overseas

Sunday, May 29 · 12:00am - 11:30pm

Iraq, Afghanistan & Kuwait

Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW

Troops and hospitalized veterans in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait can call the U.S for free for a full 24 hours on Sunday, May 29, 2011 courtesy of Sport Clips Haircuts.

The "Free Call Day" will begin at 12:01AM on May 29, and end at 11:59PM May 29 (EST).

Free Call Days are offered at more than 800 MWR internet cafes using SPAWAR located at various military installations in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait.

To place a call:
Use regular dialing procedures using your SPAWAR prepaid PIN number. If you do not have a PIN, you can obtain one from the cafe manager. Upon dialing, you will hear a sponsor announcement informing you that your call is free of charge.

Take advantage of this Free Call Day and call your loved ones in the United States!

Feedback is welcomed and encouraged!
uplink@vfw.org
http://www.vfw.org/Assistance/National-Military-Services/

Full Schedule of Free Call Days: http://www.vfw.org/uploadedFiles/VFWorg/Veterans_Assistance/2010-2011FCDschedule.pdf

For More Info Contact-

David Waite-VA Specialist in Oregon

Realtor with John L. Scott Market Center

503-887-5323 or waite-david@msn.com

Memorial Day Weekend Free Events for Vets plus more!

Wed, 25 May 2011 13:56:00 +0100

Memorial Day Weekend Free Events for Vets

Reservist, Active and legal dependents with ID

Free Admission Rose Festival City Fair

FREE admission May 27 - 30 for Veterans, Reservist, and Active Military and their legal dependents with Valid Military ID

FREE admission June 9 - 12 for Active Military and one guest with valid Military ID

See more info at : http://www.rosefestival.org/events/cityfair/

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Memorial Day Weekend Events

Portland

May 27 - May 30
1:30 p.m. – The 3rd Annual Portland Rose Festival Memorial Day Weekend is growing into one of Oregon’s largest celebrations honoring veterans and those who still serve. The Rose Festival’s City Fair admission is free to all veterans, reservists, active military and their legal dependents with valid Military ID. Visit the Danner Tribute Wall to post pictures and notes to honor all veterans, living or fallen, and all service personnel currently serving.

May 30 - 1:30 p.m. – Danner Memorial Day March on Naito Parkway from the Burnside Bridge south to Salmon Springs Fountain.
2:15 p.m. – Commemoration Ceremony on the Main Stage in the RoZone, located in Tom McCall Waterfront Park next to Salmon Springs Fountain, includes tributes to all branches of service.
3 p.m. – Recognized by the White House as an official National Moment of Remembrance, a moment of silence is followed by an F-15 jet flyover and 21-cannon salute.

Contact: Laura Mears, 503-227-2681,LauraM@RoseFestival.org, web: www.rosefestival.org/events/memorialday

Beaverton
May 30 - 10 a.m. – A 52-piece Northwest American Legion Band playing military music.
11 a.m. – Main Memorial Program Honor Guard Flag Presentation, POW/MIA ceremony, Southridge High School Choir, V.I.P. speakers. An F-15 flyover has been requested.
12:15 p.m. – The SubVets hold special tolling of the lost submarines event at our USS Albacore Monument located in Beaverton’s Veterans Memorial Park, located at 7th & Watson St.

Contact: Marv Doty, 503-644-0350, marvdoty@comcast.net

Oregon City

May 30 - 10 a.m. – The annual celebration is at Mountain View Cemetery, 500 Hilda St. There will be special guest speakers, military honors, a 21-gun salute, floral tributes, music from the Gardiner Middle School band, free coffee and donuts before the ceremony and a free BBQ afterwards, guided tours of the historic pioneer cemetery, children's activities and more. In honor of the Civil War’s Sesquicentennial, a special tribute will honor all Civil War soldiers, especially those at rest in the cemetery.

Contact: Jamie Davie at 503-657-8299

See more info at: http://www.oregon.gov/ODVA/Memorial_Day_events_2011.shtml

More Memorial Day Activities

MULTNOMAH COUNTY FAIR - Free Admission for Everyone, Everyday May 28-30th 12-7PM

See more info at: http://multnomahcountyfair.org/Activities/tabid/179/Default.aspx

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Wine Country

Memorial Day is a popular time to visit the wineries, which means you might hit traffic--another reason why having a driver will make you happy. The best way to see wine country is to either beg one of your friends to be a designated driver, or go on a guided wine tour. That way, you can still enjoy your day, drink the wine, and not have to worry about a thing.

See more info at: http://www.oregonwinecountry.org/whats/ or

There is a Memorial Weekend Open House at Eola Hills Winery May 24 - 26 from 10 am till 5 pm. They will have available over 25 wines and the entry cost is only $10.00 which includes a free commemorative wine glass. There are no reservations required for this even.See more info at: http://www.eolahillswinery.com/events.php#memorial-weekend
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For every veteran and every active duty soldier and individual in military uniform — thank you. Thank you for the sacrifice you continue to make every day on our behalf. And for every family who’s lost a soldier due to service to their country — thank you. Thank you for your family member who’s made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. No words can ever express the debt we owe these brave men and women.

David Waite

VA Specialist - Realtor

John L. Scott Market Center

503-887-5323 or waite-david@msn.com

Free Mothers Day Phone Calls from Iraq, Afghanistan & Kuwait

Thu, 05 May 2011 22:36:26 +0100

By David Waite PC |

All troops and hospitalized veterans in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait can call the U.S for free for a full 24 hours this Mother's Day-May 8, courtesy of The VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

The "Free Call Day" will begin at 12:01AM on May 8, and end at 11:59PM May 8 (EST).

Take advantage of this Free Call Day and call your Mothers, Sisters, Wives, Aunts and loved ones in the United States!
...
To place a call:
Use regular dialing procedures using your SPAWAR prepaid PIN number. If you do not have a PIN, you can obtain one from the cafe manager. Upon dialing, you will hear a sponsor announcement informing you that your call is free of charge.

Free Call Days are offered at more than 800 MWR internet cafes using SPAWAR located at various military installations in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait.

Feedback is welcomed and encouraged!
uplink@vfw.org
http://www.vfw.org/Assistance/National-Military-Services/

See more at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=181359615246610

I found this today and wanted to make sure this was out there!!!

David Waite-VA Specialist
John L. Scott Market Center
503-887-5323 or waite-david@msn.

http://www.trulia.com/blog/david_waite/2011/05/mother_s_day_free_call_for_troops_in_iraq_afghanistan_kuwait

Properties in Beaverton & Hillsboro OR under 165K

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 19:30:08 +0100

Here are a few great properties and really great deals and I just wanted to make sure you knew these were out there.

Interested in more information? Request Information

Description

$164,900

3202 SW ALICIA PL
Beaverton, OR 97006

Bedroom: 3 | Bathroom: 2.1
MLS# 11417058
www.johnlscott.com/28147

Super nice home in great family neighborhood. Vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, built-ins,culdsac, fenced yard, stone patio, RV parking, garden, dishwasher, range, refrigerator and oh so nice.

Short Sale

Architecture

Year Built: 1995

2 story

Composition Roof

LAP Siding

Other Exterior

Traditional

Interior Features

Square Feet: 1,493

Garage/Other: 2

Breakfast Bar

Ceiling Fan(s)

Dishwasher

Forced Air Heat

Garbage Disposal

Other Interior

Vaulted Ceilings

Wall-to-Wall Carpet

Property Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.09

Accessibility Feature

Cul-de-Sac

Deck and/or Patio

Fenced Yard

Garage

Garden/Fruit Trees

Other Site Feature

School

High School: Aloha
Elementary School: Beaver Acres

Taxes

Property Tax: $2,551

Interested in more information? Request Information

Description

$164,900

175 SW DEVONWOOD AVE
Beaverton, OR 97006

Bedroom: 3 | Bathroom: 1
MLS# 11558242
www.johnlscott.com/86071

Great Location near Nike, High Tech, Shopping, Bus, Hwy 26 & Tualatin Hills Sports Complex. Large lot, room for garden, fenced, patio, RV parking, huge family room. Not a short sale or bank owned.Super starter home or down-sizer. Just needs a bit or elbow grease.

Architecture

Year Built: 1961

1 story

Composition Roof

Ranch

Wood Exterior

Interior Features

Square Feet: 1,568

Ceiling Fan(s)

Dishwasher

Double Pane/Storm Windows

Forced Air Heat

Garbage Disposal

Other Interior

Pantry

Range/Oven

Utility Room

Wall-to-Wall Carpet

Property Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.18

Accessibility Feature

Deck and/or Patio

Fenced Yard

Garden/Fruit Trees

Other Site Feature

School

High School: Sunset
Middle School: Meadow Park

Elementary School: Barnes

Taxes

Property Tax: $2,266

Interested in more information? Request Information

$139,900

332 NW FREEMAN AVE
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Bedroom: 3 Bath: 2 MLS# 10079593
www.johnlscott.com/84803

Charming home updated with hardwoods, coved entries, built-ins, storage galore, porch and nicely landscaped. It is a must see! Great house...lots of room, great location, super deal!!!

Architecture

Year Built: 1910

2 story

Composition Roof

Farm House

Other Exterior

Interior Features

Square Feet: 1,904

Garage/Other: 2

Basement

Den/Library/Office

Dishwasher

Forced Air Heat

Hardwood Floors

Loft

Other Interior

Property Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.08

Garage

Other Site Feature

School

High School: Glencoe
Middle School: Evergreen

Elementary School: Mckinney

Taxes

Property Tax: $1,951
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Thank you!

David Waite PC

John L. Scott Market Center

Real Estate Broker

Cell 503-887-5323

Home Office 503-628-4558

Email waite-david@msn.com

www.johnlscott.com/davidwa

Fax 503-214-5504

Active Military buys home while in Iraq

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:30:53 +0100

One of my greatest successes this year! I got a call from Iraq earlier this year from a soldier stationed there who wanted to purchase a property to come home to. His wife was then living in Kansas where he was prior to being sent to Iraq to fight for our freedom. This soldier and his wife are expecting their first child in a few months and the only thing on his mind was providing a home for his young family here in Oregon. After many, many conversations and emails were able to get this Veteran qualified for a VA loan and found a new build job in Oregon City for him to purchase. Last week, we closed on his home and his wife and future child have now moved into it. I am so thrilled that this fine family now has a new home and my client now has one less burden to deal with while he is away working for all of us Americans. I am also happy that he is also eligible to get an $8000. tax credit on his home purchase because he used his VA compliment during this time. Some days, being a Realtor is so fulfilling.