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This Issue

Neighborhood Highlights

LOCAL STATISTICS

Spring has sprung and the real estate market is in full swing! Sellers are experiencing less

time on the market before selling—an average of 128 days. There are plenty of buyers in

the market who have been looking throughout the winter months and new ones since spring

has kicked in. Both single-family homes in all price ranges and multi-family investment

properties are selling fast. Waiting until later in the spring and summer months to sell could

cost you that perfect buyer for your property. Call us today!

Figures now on Bend single family homes on less than an acre compared with last year at this

time are as follows:

Homes for sale—up— 2.1% to 774

Homes sold—down—31.7% to 151

Homes pending—down—16.5% to 203

The average price per square foot for sold homes—up—1.6% to $251

The average active price—down—0.6% to $645,000

The average sold price—down—2% to $489,000

BEST REASONS TO LIST NOW

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By: Peggi Schoning

In a strong seller’s market, like the one we have

experienced over the past few years, bidding

wars are common and expected. This makes

sense! A seller’s market is defined as a market

in which the inventory of homes for sale cannot

satisfy the number of buyers who want to

purchase a home. Bidding wars occur when

two or more parties repeatedly outbid each

other as they compete to purchase something -

in this case, a home.

According to our local MLS report, there is

currently a 5.1 month supply of homes for sale

in Bend. With the current number of homes for

sale and the level of demand from buyers, this

means it would take 5.1 months for all of the

homes listed to sell if no additional listings

came to the market. Any supply number under

a 6-month supply is considered a seller’s

market. According to the National Association

of Realtors, the housing market hasn’t had a

6-month supply of homes for sale since August

2012.

Bidding wars are less common this year due

to a rise in inventory, which is supposed to

continue throughout 2019.

BOTTOM LINE

If you are debating listing your home this

year, you may not want to wait for additional

competition as inventory continues to rise.

USE OUR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICE

Bend Office 541.728.0995

Redmond Office 541.923.8222

WHAT’S GOING ON WITH

BIDDING WARS?

Neighborhood Highlights P.1

You Do Not Need 20% Down P.2

The KonMari Method P.3

How To Repair A Deck P.4

Home And The Honey Bee P.5

Rogue Rentals P.6

Welcome To Woodland Park P.7-8

Events and Traditions P.9

By Rogue Real Estate

Issue 17

April 2019 Central Oregon Edition

Details of This Property on Page 5

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1701 SE Karena Ct—Bend

3 Bds/ 2.5 Ba / 1,787 SF

Quiet Cul-de-sac & Walking Trail!

6623 NW Tetherow Rd—Redmond

Lovely, Usable 7 Acres

Views of Smith Rock!

16488 Wilt Rd—Sisters

5 Bds / 5 Ba / 6,613 SF

160 Pristine Acres w/Mountain Views!

NW Coyner St—Redmond

80 Acre Parcel / Bordered by BLM

Green Fields & Views of Smith Rock!

Call Us for Details

$388,900

$545,000

$434,000

284 Volunteer Park Ln—Redmond

3 Bds / 2.5 Ba / 1,990 SF

Ochoco Mtn Views—Eagle Crest Resort!

By: Peggi Schoning

The largest obstacle renters face when planning

to buy a home is saving for a down payment. This

challenge is amplified by rising rents, which has

eaten into the amount of money renters have

leftover for savings each month after paying

expenses.

In combination with higher rents, survey after

survey has shown that non-homeowners (renters

and those living rent-free with family or friends)

believe they need to save upwards of 20% for

their down payment!

According to the “Barriers to Accessing Home-

ownership” study commissioned in partnership

between the Urban Institute, Down Payment

Resource, and Freddie Mac, 39% of non-

homeowners and 30% of those who already

own a home believe they need more than a 20%

down payment.

The percentage of those who are aware of low

down payment programs (those under 5%) is

surprisingly low at 12% for non-homeowners and

13% for homeowners.

In a recent Convergys Analytics report, they

found that 49% of renters believe they need at

least a 20% down payment.

The median down payment now is 5%. There

are over 45 million millennials (33%) who are

mortgage ready right now, meaning their

income, debt, and credit scores would allow

them to qualify for a mortgage today!

BOTTOM LINE:

If your 5-Year plan includes buying a home, call

us today to determine what it will take to make

that plan a reality. You may be closer than you

realize!

There is a purpose for everyone you meet.

Some people come into your life to test you,

some to teach you, some to use you, and some

to bring out the very best in you.

-Unknown Author

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

$2,850,000

ONE MORE TIME...YOU DO

NOT NEED 20% DOWN TO

BUY A HOME!

18575 SW Century Dr., #1235B—Bend

1 Bd / 1 Ba / 718 SF

Inn At 7th Mountain—8 Wk Time Share!

365 SE Reed Market Rd—Bend

Nearly 2 Acre Lot—Zoned RM

Less Than 700 Ft From 3rd St

Many possibilities! $769,000

$13,000

$215,000

$449,800

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Call Us for Details

821 NE Hudspeth Cir—Prineville

3 Beds / 2 Baths / 2112 Sq. Ft

7200 SW 51st St— Bend

4 Bdrm / 3.5 Ba / 3531 SF / 5 Acres

67474 Trout Ln—Bend

5 Bdrm / 3.5 Ba / 2987 SF / 9.92 Acres

1515 NE 7th St—Redmond

Duplex—Ea. 3 bd/2.5 Ba

Excellent Condition! Master on Main!

11130 Village Loop—Redmond

Ridge At Eagle Crest Townhome!

2 Bdrm / 2 Ba / 1419 SF / Gas Fireplace

2 Forest Service Rd. 2060—Sisters

243.67 Acres So of Black Butte Ranch

62755 Forest Service Rd. 4606—Bend

733.29 Acres of Beautiful Forest

Cascade Mtn Views—West of Shevlin Park!

One of the biggest challenges sellers face when

listing their home is decluttering. Cleaning out

some of the more personal decorating choices

allows buyers to imagine themselves living in the

house.

Those planning to sell soon are in luck! Marie

Kondo, the inventor of the KonMari Method

of Tidying Up, has gained popularity with her

new Netflix series. She gives some great tips

for sorting through years of accumulated

possessions that we all collect in our homes.

“The KonMari Method encourages tidying by

category—not by location—beginning with

clothes, then moving on to books, papers,

komono (misc. items), and finally, sentimental

items. Keep only those things that speak to the

heart, and discard items that no longer spark joy.

Thank them for their service—then let them go.”

When you subjectively look at all of your belong-

ings, you can sort through the ones that mean

the most to you. Not only will you increase space

for more joy-bringing items in your new home,

but you will also have a much easier time pack-

ing remaining belongings!

“Remember, tidying up isn’t about getting rid of

stuff. It is about creating a environment that

sparks joy and improves your quality of life.”

When selling your home, first impressions

matter! Before you or your agent schedule a

photographer to take photos for your listing,

make sure to tour your home with fresh eyes.

Look for any imperfections that a buyer might

notice.

When you sort through your more sentimental

items, consider packing them away to ensure

that you know where they all are. That way,

they are safe during open houses and showing

appointments. This will also cut down on the

amount of packing you need to do right before

you move!

BOTTOM LINE

Whether you are selling your home to move up

to a larger one, downsizing, or moving in with

family, only bring the items that truly spark joy

for you. This will not only help cut down on the

items you move, but also ensures that you’re off

to a great start in your new home!

$2,995,000

More Listings Available At

roguerealestate.com

THE KONMARI METHOD: HELPING YOU PREP YOUR HOME FOR SALE

$598,000

18245 Plainview Rd—Bend

3 Bdrm / 3 Ba / 2464 SF / 6.49 Acres

1728 SF Pole Barn—Mtn Views!

17325 Jordan Rd—Sisters

3 Bdrm / 2 Ba / 1659 SF / 5.02 Acres

$314,900

$874,900

$874,900

$800,000

$429,000

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Call Us for Details

Working Cattle Ranch

Water Rights / Several LOP Tag Possibilities

67474 Trout Ln—Bend

5 Bdrm / 3.5 Ba / 2987 SF / 9.92 Acres

4701 NE Vaughn Ave—Terrebonne

2 Bds / 2 Ba / 1120 SF / 2.73 Acres

Detached Studio—Smith Rock Views!

64350 E Brightwood Lp Rd—Brightwood

2.74 Acre Buildable Lot

3 Lots Avail. For $490,000 (OWC)

18575 SW Century Dr #835—Bend

2 Bd / 2 Ba / Condo

64432 E Brightwood Lp Rd—Brightwood

3.12 Acre Buildable Lot

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First, remove all of the rotten boards from

the deck that you are replacing.

2. If you have any rotten support beams that

also need to be replaced, cut them using a

reciprocating saw. Make sure to always

wear safety glasses when operating power

tools.

3. Remove the rotten beams from underneath

the deck and measure to cut new ones the

same length. Use the same size lumber for

the new support beams and fit into place.

4. Drive wooden sticks into the ground next to

the new support beams, and attach them to

the beams by drilling pilot holes. Then, drive

in galvanized deck screws to tighten the

beam to the stake.

5. Measure the new deck boards using the old

deck boards as a measuring device and cut

the new pieces from the same size lumber

with a circular saw.

6. Put the new pieces into place with

galvanized deck screws; make sure to

pre-drill pilot holes to avoid splitting the

wood. You may have to cut angles in the

new pieces to fit against existing boards, if

necessary.

More Listings Available At

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$175,000

$175,000

Easter is meant to be a symbol of hope,

renewal, and new life.

- Janine di Giovanni

66961 Lance Rd—Bend

3 Bdrm / 2 Ba / 1232 SF /2.44 Acres

$688,000

NEW PRICE!

NEW PRICE!

$175,000

Get Pre-Approved!

Know your budget before you start

shopping. Show sellers you are ready to

buy now!

Know Your Wants vs. Needs

Make a list of what your new home needs

to have and stick to that list! Don’t waste

your time touring homes that do not fit

your needs.

Find An Agent With The “Heart of a

Teacher” - In today’s market you need a

professional who will guide you through

the process of buying a home, answering

any questions you may have along the

way!

Call Us Today! 541-728-0995

COMING SOON...

$359,000

$389,500

PENDING

PENDING

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1537 NE 4th Street, Bend, OR 97701

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Feature Listing From Page 1...

By: Annie’s Apiary

Swarm, what is a swarm? For many, a swarm of

bees conjures up an image of a dark cloud of

marauding bees looking for trouble and out

to sting anyone in their way. These images

have been manufactured by Hollywood movies

and portrayed in cartoons, creating and

perpetuating fear.

A swarm of bees, simply said, is a colony of

bees that has run out of space in their hive so

some move on to a new location. When a hive

is becoming too crowded the colony raises a

new queen and prepares for the swarm. Some

of the colony stays with the new young queen

and the old queen leaves with the rest of the

colony. It’s called a swarm when the old

queen leaves with part of the colony.

Swarming begins midday; the swarm initially

looks like a loose cloud of bees. It can feel

unnerving, but swarming bees are on their way

to find a new home. You may see a cluster of

bees on a tree limb, a fence or structure. These

bees may stay there for a few hours or a couple

days, but this is only temporary until the move

on, or to their new home. Once you know how

to recognize a honeybee swarm, you can help

by contacting your local swarm line.

$334,900

22605 SE Rickard Rd—Bend

Nearly 19 Acres - CUP In Place

Incredible Cascade Mountain Views!

21280 Stevens Rd—Bend

3.27 Acres / Zoned RS Can be developed for

Single-Family Lots Avion Water / Power on

Property

HOME AND

THE HONEY BEE

Call Us for Details

$465,000

61886 Teal Rd—Bend

Horse Property on 19.55 Acres!

2 Manufactured Homes—Indoor Arena!

$579,000

2631 NW Boulder Ridge Lp—Bend

3 Bds / 2 Ba / 1736 SF

Rivers Edge Village

At Rivers Edge Golf Course

Pahlisch Home in Pristine Condition

24/7 Emergency Service

Central Oregon Disaster Restoration

(541) 318-7853

$555,000

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2681 NE 6th Dr—Redmond

• 3 Bds / 2 Ba / 1805 SF

• 12 Month Lease

• $2375 Security Deposit

• Apply Online

• Available Now

3318 SW 28th St—Redmond

• 3 Bds / 2.5 Ba / 2088 SF

• 12 Month Lease

• $2395 Security Deposit

• Apply Online

• Tentatively Available 3/15/19

1325 NW Davenport—Bend

• 2 Bds / 2Ba / 1366 SF

• 9 Month Lease w/Option of 1 Yr.

Renewal

• $2500 Security Deposit

• Apply Online

• Tentatively Available 3/7/19

Earth’s saddest day and gladdest day

were just three days apart!

- Unknown Author

• Easy Online Inspection Request

• Thermal Imaging Included

• Interactive Reports

• Insurance Information Page

• 20+ Years in the Real Estate Industry

• Licensed Residential Contractor

• InterNACHI Certified (http://www.nachi.org/verify)

• Awesome Repair Request Feature https://www.homegauge.com/crl

CALL US TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR NEXT HOME

INSPECTION OR VISIT US AT OUR WEBSITE AT www.prime-homeinspection.com/scheduling-pricing.html

Licensed/Bonded/Insured/Certified: CCB# 216331—OCHI# 1764

Dave Peterson: Owner/Inspector

JB Miller: Inspector OCHI #2063

Carol Peterson: Owner/Office Manager

541-706-0432

Email: inspect@prime-homeinspection.com

DIFFERENT THAN ALL THE REST

Available Rentals | Call Us for Details

By Paula Dodge

Licensed Property Manager

Do you have an investment property and need

help managing your tenant? Rogue Real Estate

does Property Management. Give Paula Dodge

a call 541-923-8222. Take advantage of our

current promotion, $0 set up fee and 50% off

first month’s management fee.

Please feel free to call or email Paula at

pdodge@rentrogue.com.

PROPERTY

MANAGEMENT

$2000/Mo

$1875/Mo

$1895/Mo

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1537 NE 4th Street, Bend, OR 97701

Ph (541) 728-0995 Fax (541) 728-0965

An Upscale Urban

Neighborhood In Charming

Sisters, Oregon

Woodland Park is an upscale, urban

neighborhood in charming Sisters,

Oregon. Located a short walk from

the famous Five Pines Lodge & Shibui

Spa, Sisters Athletic Club, Islas Rio

Mexican restaurant, award winning

Three Creeks Brewery and The Sis-

ters Movie House, homeowners en-

joy all of these attractions and leave

their cars in the garage. Only 1/2

mile south are the forest trails just

perfect for hiking, biking and daily

strolls. Only a 1/2 mile west is down-

town Sisters with all the fun shops,

restaurants and weekend events.

Woodland Park is an exciting new

neighborhood in the perfect loca-

tion and has no HOA’s.

Each home is built to old-fashioned

high quality standards and includes a

master bedroom suite on the main

level, an ample sized great room with

a gas or wood fireplace, a main floor

laundry, a roomy garage, and an

upstairs loft with a Jack-n-Jill bath

connecting two bedrooms. Your kids

could have the space they need, or

your guests could have the privacy

they’d like when they come visit.

Hint: have a calendar handy to keep

track of all the people who will want

to come stay with you in Sisters!

Woodland Park has 24 lots, and 6

are already sold, so you need to

choose your favorite lot quick-

ly. There is one home remaining that

could be a short term Vacation Rent-

al, and it is beautiful both inside

and out. All the exteriors have real

wood, shingles, stone, composition

and metal roofs and no two are alike.

Call Us for Details

945 E. Desperado Trail

Beautiful lot minutes from

downtown Sisters!

New neighborhood with NO HOA’s!

935 E. Desperado Trail

Buildable .14 Acre Lot

Beautiful Sisters Neighborhood!

778 S. Wrangler Ct

Can Be Short-Term Vacation Rental

Beautiful Inside & Out!

$119,500

808 S. Wrangler Ct

3 Bds / 2.5 Ba / 1776 SF / .17 Acres

End of Cul-de-sac!

751 S. Wrangler Ct

Buildable Lot—.13 Acres

Build Your Dream Home!

$129,500

811 S. Wrangler Ct

3 Bdrm / 2.5 Ba / 1821 SF / .17 Acres

Charming Sisters! Hike the Forest Trails!

$449,000 $129,500

$129,500 $129,500

$414,900 $539,500

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Available Rentals | Call Us for Details

671 S. Wrangler Ct

Buildable Lot .13 Acres

Perfect Sisters Location!!

$129,500

711 S. Wrangler Ct

Buildable .13 Acre Lot

All The Amenities Nearby!

771 S. Wrangler Ct

Buildable .13 Acre Lot

Close To Downtown Sisters!!

657 S. Wrangler Ct

Buildable .13 Acre Lot

Excellent for Your New Home!

$129,500

$129,500

$129,500

Call Us for Details

754 S Wrangler has a modern, chic farm-house feel with the floor to ceiling Montana stone real wood fireplace, flanking bookcases made of stained knotty alder and a gorgeous granite and stainless steel kitchen as part of the great room. The room you’ll never want to leave! Livable, beautiful, spacious.

Empire Construction, established in 2004, specializes in high-end residential homes and many types of commercial construc-tion. With over 32 years of experience in Central Oregon, Kevin Spencer and his team are known for their first-rate quality of construction, attention to detail and excellent relationships with their clients.

The reason the fireplaces are exquisite and the paver patios are stunning? They build one-of-a-kind, top-notch fireplaces and patios that not only look incredible, but you will be able to enjoy them with friends and family for years to come.

Sisters has always been a special place to live but many people are discovering it for the first time. With the explosive growth in Bend, Sisters stands alone with that small town, get-to-know-your-neighbors atmosphere. Sunset Magazine concurs in this article, 20 Game Changing Places To Live and in their February 2018 issue, Sisters was a runner-up for one of the top 4 Best Places to live. With a population of 2,573, and a median home price of $426,000, it’s an affordable recreation mecca where people can happily live and work.

If you would like more information about the Woodland Park area, contact Sally Jacobson @ 541-678-2232 or email her at sallyljacobson@roguerealestate.com.

754 S. Wrangler Ct

Stunning Home

Excellent Craftsmanship!

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The tradition of decorating eggs of all kinds—even ostrich eggs—may go all the way back

to the ancient pagans. It’s easy to see why eggs represent rebirth and life, so associating

them with spring and new growth isn’t much of a stretch. To celebrate the new season,

it’s said that people colored eggs and gave them to friends and family as gifts.

When Christians came along, they likely incorporated the tradition into their celebrations.

According to some legends, Mary or Mary Magdalene could be responsible for our annual

trek to the store to buy vinegar and dye tablets. As the story goes, Mary brought eggs

with her to Jesus’ crucifixion, and blood from his wounds fell on the eggs, coloring them

red. Another tells us that Mary Magdalene brought a basket of cooked eggs to share with

other women at Jesus’ tomb three days after his death. When they rolled back the stone

and found the tomb empty, the eggs turned red.

MAY EVENTS APRIL EVENTS

EVENTS & TRADITIONS

REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT SEMINAR Explore the “Buy & Hold” Strategy

When: Thursday, April 25, 2019

Time: 5:30—7:00 p.m.

Where: Rogue Real Estate—1537 NE 4th St, Bend, OR 97701

Call to RSVP: (541) 728-0995

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Bend, OR 97701

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Redmond, OR 97756

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PRINEVILLE

427B N Main Street

Prineville, OR 97754

541.903.9062

• First Friday Art Walk—Bend Downtown and Old Mill

4/5/19 @ 5:30 p.m.

• Central Oregon Natural History

4/9/19 @ 7:00 p.m.

• Bend Marathon/Half Marathon—Les Schwab Amphitheater

4/20/19— 7:00 a.m.

• Easter Egg Hunt—Sunriver Resort

4/21/19—9:30 a.m.

• Otter Amazing— High Desert Museum

4/24/19—10:00 a.m.

• Live At The Vineyard Off The Record—Faith, Hope & Charity

Vineyards, Terrebonne—4/27/2019—6:00 p.m.

• First Friday Art Walk—Bend Downtown and Old Mill

5/3/19 @ 5:30 p.m.

• 05/04/19—Spring Paddle Festival

10:00am Tumalo Creek Kayak Old Mill Bend, OR

• 05/11/19—Birds Beyond Borders, A Migratory Bird Event

9:00am Tumalo State Park

• 05/18/19—Pole Pedal Paddle

Start 7:30am @ Mt Bachelor, Finish line @ River Bend Park

• 05/25/19—NPC Cascadian Event

9:00am Riverhouse Convention Center Bend, OR

• 05/26/19—Dog Days In May 5K Walk/Run & Adoption

11:00am -3:00pm Sunriver Village

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