The raffle donations are rolling in for our fundraiser for New Avenues for Youth!
We'd like to thank Ocean Green Healing for their support!
Email us at office@nurturerealty.com to purchase raffle tickets or buy them in person at our Annual Picnic on Saturday 8/21!
Follow this link for more details on the picnic.
Every month, your nurture team develops and mails an informative item of value in the form of a newsletter to members in our nurture community. However, this is more than just a simple newsletter.
In each issue, we recognize a community member or a community business that has done something meaningful and impactful for the broader community.
We also share a favorite book and/or podcast for those of you looking for great recommendations. And of course, we provide a market update to help you stay on top of the Portland real estate market.
That’s not all. A 2nd page provides additional information about a topic that affects each of us, like “How to be prepared in case of an emergency”, or “The Hidden Perks of Great Credit”. Whatever the topic, you can rest assured that it is carefully procured to provide you the most timely and valuable information possible.
If you thought that was enough…there’s more! Each month, we recommend a business from the Nurture Realty Community that is aligned with our core values. Often times there is a coupon or discount offered only to the nurture community. You won’t want to miss these special deals, nor the opportunity to support our local business! If you’ve had an exceptional experience with a local business please let us know. It’s important to continue growing the community with high quality service providers.
When you hear of a friend, family member, or colleague who would appreciate being a part of our community and would like to receive our monthly item of value, feel free to introduce us, or send us their contact info. We’ll be happy to ensure they get signed-up for the monthly newsletter, which is just one of the many perks of being a nurture community member.
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The 2021 Music Crawl with Band of Comerados is Saturday, July 3rd! We will be live streaming the show straight to you from the homes of our 2020 video contest winners.
In support of New Avenues for Youth we will be raffling off 1 pass to 4 Peaks Music Festival, a pair of tickets to Billy Strings at Edgefield and a pair of tickets to Not Our First Goat Rodeo at Edgefield.
Raffle tickets will be $5 each. Please email us at office@nurturerealty.com for your Venmo link.
There will be 2 shows with a total of 3 sets.
First show is at 3pm.
Second show will begin between 5:30pm and 6pm with 2 full sets.
Nurture Realty thanks you for your generous support.
The live stream can be viewed below.
If you’ve ever made a major move before, you know there’s nothing simple about the moving process. It’s often easier said than done, and there are lots of logistics to plan. Whether you already live in the area or are planning to relocate to another state, there are some important details you’ll want to consider. For instance, homebuyers and sellers should do a few important tasks prior to hiring a dedicated real estate agent from Nurture Realty. Here are some of our top recommendations:
Get Pre-Approval
This one makes the top of the list because, unfortunately, it is something that is commonly overlooked by so many homebuyers. In fact, CNN ranked this as one of the top seven most common first-time homebuyer mistakes. Before contacting a realtor, before looking at houses and falling in love with your dream home, always talk to a lender. That way, you can make sure you’re able to get pre-approved and you’ll know exactly how much house you can afford. Doing this early in the process will save you some headaches down the road, I promise!
Choose the Right Lender
This is another tip that can save you some headaches if you proactively do this early on in the homebuying process. As Forbes reveals in this article, “Mortgage people are salespeople.” In other words, they are representatives of the lender who serve the primary role of convincing you to go with that particular lender. Just because you’re pre-approved with one lender doesn’t mean they’re giving you the best rate. It also doesn’t mean you’re obligated to stick with that lender. Homes are a big purchase that you’ll be paying off for decades to come. Therefore, shop around and see which lender provides the best deal for you.
If you’re a veteran of the armed forces, you may be eligible for a VA loan. VA loans offer lower monthly interest payments and the opportunity to purchase a home without a stellar credit score. Applicants may also be able to purchase a home with zero down.
Visit Open Houses
Visiting open houses serves several purposes. First, it gives you a clearer idea of what you want in a home. Second, it allows you to understand what’s available in your desired area and to get a realistic idea of what’s possible. Contrary to popular belief, you actually can visit open houses prior to hiring a real estate agent - and that could be a smart way to streamline the homebuying process.
Prepare to Buy or Sell
Depending upon whether you’re buying or selling, there are a couple other things you should do. Buyers should validate their credit score and sellers should prepare their home for selling.
If you are selling your home, it’s important to understand what it’s worth so you can price accordingly. Before listing your home, consider having it inspected and appraised so you can either fix anything that’s wrong or price your home accordingly.
Clearing Up a Misconception
Many people mistakenly believe that you’ll get a better deal when purchasing or selling a home if you don’t use a real estate agent. There is no truth to this common misconception. If a home is listed with a real estate agent, the total sales commission is already in the price, but without an agent, the seller's agent will receive the entire commission.
Working with a real estate agent doesn’t hurt you. Besides, it can save you a lot of stress and worry in the long run. Just do your homework and complete the tasks listed in this article. Afterwards, you’ll be ready to focus on finding your dream home. When you’re ready to work with an experienced real estate professional, reach out to Nurture Realty by calling 503-389-0016.
Article provided by Natalie Jones from HomeownerBliss.info.
Mandy Hurley, owner and founder is one of our most passionate community members and is on a mission to promote environmentally conscious living and equity in Portland. Mandy and her husband, Jay, are longtime clients and friends of Nurture Realty and we are proud to support her business and mission.
Simple Sundries is a “home delivery mason jar refill service” and much more! You can also visit Mandy at the “Refill Window” to refill your jars, including any containers you bring from home! In addition, the company will accept plastic bottles where they will get cleaned, refilled with household products, and donated to school food pantries in East County.
From the website:
Our company is guided by the following quote from Michael Wilson Becceril, board of directors at Our Climate……
“Only when society values black lives can we truly confront the current system of economic and environmental exploitation that is deeply rooted in racism, sexism and colonialism. Only when society values characteristics gendered as feminine such as nurturing, sharing and caring for each other- instead of traits viewed as masculine such as aggression, accumulation and competition can we finally develop the social structures needed to preserve life on Earth, including an economy based on social needs and not individual greed”
About Mandy: Before the opening of Simple Sundries, Mandy worked for 12 years at IRCO (Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization) as the SUN Community School Site Manager at Gilbert Park Elementary in the David Douglas School District. For five of those years she also managed the IRCO Hunger Relief Program which operates school and community food pantries in East Portland.
Discouraged by the limitations that come with non-profit funding, Mandy felt she could better serve the community as a small business owner who is dedicated to the revitalization of our neighborhood and community.
Visit www.simplesundries.life to order your home and bath products or learn more about the work Mandy is doing!
Nurture Realty is very excited to highlight Stephanie Swanson, DAOM, LAc as she prepares to launch hernew website, www.HerRhythmWellness.com.
From Stephanie’s website www.nuwawomenshealth.com (soon to beHerRhythmWellness):
Stephanie is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of Oregon and is nationally certified (NCCAOM) as a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, and Chinese Herbology. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with an emphasis in Ecology and minors in Environmental Studies and Spanish from Viterbo University in 2004 and a Master ofAcupuncture degree from National University of Natural Medicine in 2011. She completedher Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine with specialties in women’s health and aging adults from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2020. For the past nine years, she has been helping women conceive, progress through pregnancy, prepare for child birth, greatly improve PCOS and endometriosis, resolve menstrual issues and ease menopause, both in the Portland area and long-distance.
Stephanie’s comments on why she chose this speciality:
For years one of my great passions has been to help couples conceive and progress through the childbearing process, and through this I have come to understand and love treating gynecological issues of all sorts, and especially enjoy helping women with debilitating gynecological conditions. However, I also love treating and supporting a widevariety of other conditions, from injuries to supportive cancer care, Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, skin, digestive, hepatic, pulmonary, urogenital, mental, emotional and more.
In addition to Stephanie’s private practice setting she has also worked in clinics for lowincome and uninsured such as Outside In and Mercy and Wisdom, group acupuncturesettings, and in hospital settings for IVF, IUI and labor support.
To make an appointment or learn more about Stephanie’s practice visit:
www.nuwawomenshealth.com
or contact these clinics
Reconstructed Wellness, 936 SE Ankeny, Portland, 503-232-3215
Epidavros Yoga Center and Day Spa, 223 E Powell Blvd, Gresham, 503-667-1500
There are many advantages to running a home-based business, from having your own work schedule to getting a place just for yourself. Lately, more people are launching their own startups and enjoying the freedoms of being their own bosses. Obviously, as your home-based business expands, it may need more inventory, employees, and space. It's definitely a good issue to have, but when your venture reaches a point where it outgrows your place's size, working from home can become a bit challenging.
If your home no longer fits your office, growing inventory, or new hires, there's an option to think about: upsizing. Moving to a bigger place could quickly resolve these issues, but you should approach this the right way so that you can set your enterprise for success while living comfortably in your new home. Here are some tips for upsizing your house to accommodate your expanding business:
Start by thinking about your situation thoroughly and evaluating what you might need in a new home. Of course, the main aspect to consider when house hunting is for the home to be sufficiently sized for you to live and work in for the following years, but you also need to regard your business' growth in the future. How big of a place you need? What kind of neighborhood? How big should the office be? Do you need a garage? Urban or rural? What city?
These are just the basic questions you need to ask yourself to choose the right home for you and your business. Once you have the answers, get the ball rolling on your house hunting (and selling, where applicable) by working with Nurture Realty.
Checking and planning for your taxes is an important step that you shouldn't skip when looking for a bigger house. Some tax concerns come with selling and buying a home. Being a business owner also comes with tax considerations, as well. Combine the two, and you might end up biting more than you can — if you’re not careful.
Take a second look at your business structure. Some, like an LLC, are more tax-friendly than others. As such, you also enjoy limited liability and less paperwork. It’s definitely worth looking into LLC registration for your business and how you benefit. Work with a service like OregonLLC.net to skip the hefty attorney’s fees and the legwork of doing it yourself.
Because we aren't made of money, it's essential to look for available options for financing your new place. Waiting until you can save up the 20 percent down payment will sometimes not even be an option when you're operating a business that is increasingly expanding and outgrowing your home. There are numerous mortgages you can consider, as well as business loans. Like home loans, there are business loan calculators to help you figure out your budget for what your monthly payment might be. It's essential to start budgeting as early as possible and have a realistic outlook regarding what you can afford.
If you use all these tips when looking for a new home to accommodate your expanding business, you'll have an easier time choosing the right property. Besides, you can have greater confidence that the place you choose fits your needs and your startup's requirements. Connect with Nurture Realty and start house hunting today! Call 503-389-0016.
By Kelli Brewer
Please join us for BINGO! Thursday 4/29 @ 6:30 PM we'll be pulling numbers and awarding prizes!
We'll play 3 games of increasing difficulty.
Email us at office@nurturerealty.com to get links to your digital bingo cards and the Zoom meeting. We'll send those out on Thursday!
No cost to play! The Nurture Realty Team is looking forward to "seeing" you!
Bonus points for costumes, as always!
~Eric, Shanan, and Ross
Hey there, friends! It's been months since we've gotten together to play games and giggle. We miss you! Let's try something new this time and play everyone's favorite game - YAHTZEE!
This is a password protected Zoom event so please send an email to office@nurturerealty.com to request the password and your virtual game card. We'd also like to know who sent you our way if you're new to the Nurture Community!
Everyone playing will need their own set of dice - all players will be taking each turn simultaneously. We've never done this but we'll work out the details together!
Until then, polish up your dice and please keep your eyes and ears open for anyone who may need our services in buying or selling a home. We would be delighted to assist them and welcome them to the Nurture Community!
Toby Deming of Associated Master Inspectors will be joining our Virtual First Time Homeowner Class on Thursday February 11th @ 6:30 PM. He’ll provide a short overview of the inspection process and be available for open Q&A to address your questions and concerns.
Toby Deming is an inspector with Associated Master Inspectors and has been inspecting homes in the Portland area on a full time basis since 1987. His prior experience was working on commercial and residential construction projects. He is a founding member of the Oregon Association of Home Inspectors where he served as President, VP, Board Member and Chaired the Ethics and Education Committees.
“My Goal: Teach you as much about the home as I can.”
Riley Hayes of Root Mortgage will be joining our Virtual First Time Homeowner Class on Thursday February 11th @ 6:30 PM. He’ll provide a short overview of the mortgage process and be available for open Q&A to address your questions and concerns.
Riley Hayes is a mortgage advisor with Root Mortgage. For the last 23 years, Riley has served in relationship-building roles in the fields of film, music, marketing, finance, craft beer, and real estate. Each of these positions had the same goal in mind: Build successful partnerships with each client based on trust and education.
“I’m helping my clients get into perhaps the largest debt of their life, and it’s my duty to help them manage it successfully.”
It's a new year and we're heading into a wonderfully hot buying season with record low interest rates! Deciding to buy your first home may seem like a daunting and frightening endeavor but, with the right team to guide you, it can be an exciting adventure with much to gain when you reach the finish line.
Please join your trusted Nurture Realty agents and a panel of other experts in financing and home inspections for an informative evening aimed at starting your training as an informed and savvy home buyer. The class will be held via Zoom (link below) on Thursday 2/11 @ 6:30 PM.
Please forward this email to anyone you know that may be thinking about buying a home, this year or in the future. Buying a home is not a sprint, it is a marathon and it's never too early to start laying the groundwork for a great run!
Also, did you know we are part of a national network of real estate professionals that also work by referral and value the same level of service we provide? If you have any friends or family members who live out of state or in another part of Oregon we would be happy to meet them and introduce them to an agent in their area that they can trust as you trust us. Please invite them to our virtual class!
Prizes, did I mention prizes?! We will have several drawings during the course of the class! Prizes may include a home warranty (Don't know what that is? We'll cover it in the class!) and many other great surprises! Some prizes will be awarded to participants who can answer trivia questions from this podcast. Be sure to listen! Episode #226 The Magic of Owning a Home
Anyone who is attending this class for the second time will have a special drawing! Anyone who brings a friend, family member, or colleague that is new to the Nurture Realty community will also have a special drawing!
We are honored to be your trusted advisors in Real Estate and excited to serve you and your referrals as you fulfill your home ownership goals.
Your Nurture Realty Team!
Nurture Realty is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Virtual First Time Buyer Class!
Time: Feb 11, 2021 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Thursday January 21st @ 6 PM
As the strangest year in recent history has come to an end, we are excited to look ahead at new opportunities, experiences, and goals for 2021. It's the mission of Nurture Realty to help you realize your goals even those beyond real estate. It's the vision of Nurture Realty to support our advocates to create a strong and thriving community.
We are excited to bring you an inspiring evening of creativity and inspiration with our dear friend, Sarah Love of I Stand for Love!
Sarah Love will be guiding us in creating a vision board for the new year!
What new dream can we bring forward when we invoke our individual creativity TOGETHER?
We're going to circle up (virtually) and find out!
Bring collage materials (paper or poster board, old magazines, calendars, greeting cards, scissors, glue, etc)
~ All levels of art making welcome
Join us for an evening of community art making.
Lets' release the past and make room for new dreams to come forward.
We're excited for the year to come and to reconnect with our clients and community members.
This is a free event and we welcome your friends, family, and colleagues. It is because of your referrals that we can support you and local entrepreneurs, like Sarah. Together we are stronger, together we will succeed!
Your Nurture Realty Team,
Eric, Diane, and Shanan
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Nurture Realty is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Collage Night with Nurture Realty & Sarah Love
Time: Jan 21, 2021 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Buying or selling a home during a pandemic can be stressful. We have adjusted our protocols and utilized new marketing systems and technology to make the experience safe and secure. It is still a great time to buy or sell a home and you’re safe with your Nurture Realty Team leading the way!
Winner winner chicken dinner! We're excited to announce the winners of our annual fundraiser and raffle for New Avenues for Youth! Watch the video below to see the drawing take place with a word from Jeremy Herrig about New Avenues for Youth!
A big thank you to our donors of cash and raffle prizes! We raised over $2,500 for our favorite organization that is fighting hard everyday to keep our young people who are at risk of homelessness off the street. Thank you Chrisi Shock, Whairnt Jr II, Stephanie Swanson, LAc, LLC at Reconstructed Wellness, Riley Hayes at Root Mortgage, Lucky Sheeley at The Circus Project, Jennifer Patrick at Axia Home Loans, Jamie and Alicia Pollock at Royalwise, Pamela Boyd and Reprise Upholstery and Design, Sarah Pearce at Earth Fairy Entertainment, Shawna Clough at New American Funding, Derek Nadvornick Home Loans - NMLS# 487506 at Key One Financial, and Faith Watkins at Guild Mortgage Company!
We raised over $2,500!
Thank you to our generous donors!
Thank you Riley Hays with Root Mortgage
Thank you Faith Watkins with Guild Mortgage
Thank you Derek Nadvornick with Key One Financial
Thank you Jennifer Patrick with Axia Home Loans
Thank you Evolution Healthcare and Fitness
Thank you Jamie and Alicia Pollock @ Royalwise Solutions
Thank you Lucky @ The Circus Project
Thank you Sarah @ Earth Fairy Entertainment
Thank you the Hollywood Grocery Outlet
Thank you Stephanie Swanson with Reconstructed Wellness
Thank you Pamela Boyd of Reprise Upholstery and Design
Thank you Wha!rnt and Chrisy Shock
It is because of your referrals that we can offer events and fundraisers that benefit New Avenues for Youth and local businesses. Thank you for the many introductions and remember, we are never too busy to help any friends, family members, or colleagues that may need exceptional help with their real estate needs!
Your Nurture Realty Team
Eric, Diane, and Shanan
Get out your digital wallets, it’s time to buy raffle tickets!
$5 each or 5/$20
Venmo or PayPal through office@nurturerealty.com
*Tickets purchased after 5 PM on 10/2 will be included in the 10/10 raffle only
Raffle winners will be chosen between sets on 10/3 and 10/10
During our Facebook Live Music Crawl with Ben Larsen and Band of Comerados!
Prize Packages include generous donations from our amazing community members listed below as well as gifts purchased from local BIPOC owned businesses
Each prize package valued at $120 - $300!
The Many Moods of the Coronacoaster!
The “I will get into the best shape of my life” package!
Thank you to Evolution Healthcare and Fitness for donating
Free Consult & Evaluation w/ Dr. Jake Stout, Physical Therapist
5 hours of Altitude Training
And Complimentary 60 min massage with Eric Spriggs, LMT
The “I will start my own business (or maybe 12)” package!
Thank you to Jamie and Alicia Pollock @ Royalwise Solutions for a
$100 Gift Certificate to online training programs
The “I will run away and join the circus” package!
Thank you to Lucky @ The Circus Project for a gift certificate for 1 series of on-line classes
The “I will soothe my inner child” package!
Thank you to Sarah @ Earth Fairy Entertainment for a voucher for a free bounce house
The “I will eat my way though this pandemic” package!
Thank you to the Hollywood Grocery Outlet for a $20 gift certificate
Thank you to Jennifer Patrick with Axia Home Loans for a fabulous pasta gift basket
The “I will take care of myself” package!
Thank you to Stephanie Swanson with Reconstructed Wellness for a gift certificate for one Chinese Medicine Treatment
or Telemedicine Consult
It is because of your referrals that we can offer events and fundraisers that benefit New Avenues for Youth and local businesses. Thank you for the many introductions and remember, we are never too busy to help any friends, family members, or colleagues that may need exceptional help with their real estate needs!
Your Nurture Realty Team
Eric, Diane, and Shanan
