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Widmark Wright Home Team Team of dedicated, expert real estate brokers licensed in OR & WA at Premiere Property Group, LLC.

Claire Widmark-Wright is a licensed Principal Broker in OR & Broker in WA with Premiere Property Group, LLC

11/03/2026

Want to buy a home 🏡 but WAITING for better conditions?

Test your plan here! 👇

If you're thinking of buying a home, or know someone who is, waiting can absolutely be the right move.

But it helps to know what you are actually waiting for.

Lower mortgage rates? Lower home prices? A bigger down payment? More monthly breathing room?

My Smart Wait Calculator lets you plug in your own assumptions and compare the financial estimate with the time and priorities involved.

It does NOT predict the future. It simply helps you test whether your waiting strategy makes sense based on the assumptions you enter.

Comment SMART below, or send me a message, if you want to try it.

11/03/2026

How To Win Back Your Buying Power

The recent jump in mortgage rates cut about $22k from what a buyer with a $2,000 monthly budget can spend. But you can win most of that back at the negotiating table. More than 4 in 10 homes for sale have had a price cut. And the typical cut is about $18k on a median-priced home. That’s just a price cut alone. You may also be able to ask for repair credits, closing cost help, and more. Let’s find the homes where sellers may have some wiggle room and see what we can negotiate.

In case you haven’t heard, 27% of homes sold in September were bought with cash, according to NAR. That’s more than 1 in...
11/02/2026

In case you haven’t heard, 27% of homes sold in September were bought with cash, according to NAR. That’s more than 1 in 4.

When you hear a number like that, it’s easy to wonder how that’s even possible nowadays – especially with so many people struggling with affordability.

You might picture wealthy investors with deep pockets…but not all cash buyers are who you'd think.

Some are just regular homeowners who’ve built up enough equity over the years to sell their house and buy their next one in cash.

So sure, affordability is tight. But that doesn't mean buying a home today is only possible for the wealthy or big investors.

If you own a home and you’ve lived there for a while, you may be in a better position to move than you think.

Want to know how much equity you have? Let’s find out what it could do for your next move.

Find LEAKS before they cause huge damage in your home!Step 1: Put a dry paper towel underneath the water-supply connecti...
11/01/2026

Find LEAKS before they cause huge damage in your home!

Step 1: Put a dry paper towel underneath the water-supply connections under your kitchen sink, bathroom sink, or near the toilet supply line.

Step 2: Leave it there for 10 to 15 minutes. ⏰

A very slow leak can be hard to see, but even a tiny amount of moisture usually shows up on the paper towel.

If you own the home, deal with it before a small leak becomes water damage. If you rent, report it before it turns into a bigger issue.

This simple and quick test can save you thousands down the road if there is a problem.

Pop quiz. What credit score do you need to buy a home? If your answer was B) 660 or C) 700 … you’re not alone. A lot of ...
10/31/2026

Pop quiz. What credit score do you need to buy a home?

If your answer was B) 660 or C) 700 … you’re not alone. A lot of people believe you need "perfect" or “near perfect” credit.

But you probably don’t need as high a credit score as you think.

Even though a Veterans United survey shows 57% of would-be buyers think you need at least a 660, the long-standing benchmark for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans is 620, and even that isn’t a hard rule for every loan.

So the real answer? Both A) 620 and D) “it depends” are right.

And with all the changes to credit models lately, even more people will be able to buy than before.

Don’t let myths keep you locked into a lease. Let’s find out where you actually stand.

It takes a village to list prep and successfully close a sale! Big thanks to:*Amy Campbell for representing the buyers! ...
10/30/2026

It takes a village to list prep and successfully close a sale! Big thanks to:

*Amy Campbell for representing the buyers! They called us, we showed the property, handed them over to Amy's capable hands! Amy--what a blessing to get to work together. Can't wait to do it again!
*Bob Hailey--lender extraordinaire! Once again, pulled off a multi faceted jumbo loan with a 35 day escrow and we are closed!
*Oscar with Pineda Multi Services for listing prep checklist support! Thank you--so grateful for you Oscar!
*Ben our go to Oregon inspector for 17 of my 19 years in this crazy business. Thank you Ben for a detailed pre-listing inspection! We love you!
*Envronmental Works for evaluating the septic pre-list so there were zero issues or surprises in escrow!
*MADCO carpeting in Beaverton for exceptional care and great pricing for our sellers!
*Arica Focer at Ticor Title for taking fabulous care as always for our multi-step signing/out of state closing! We appreciate you!

Happy Friday indeed!

Selling your home, the one your dad Dr. Brose imagined, dreamed and brought to life, the one you raised your kids in.......
10/30/2026

Selling your home, the one your dad Dr. Brose imagined, dreamed and brought to life, the one you raised your kids in.....is never about a sign in the yard. Nor can it be reduced to an instagram/FB post. How do you say goodbye to 45 years of memories, sunrise views from every window, the new and the old, the hello's and the hard goodbyes that ebb and flow within "four walls" and ceiling and floor? I don't think you can. I think there's a grief mixed with the hope of the adventure that is ahead. Whomever said that real estate is just a transaction, just a financial interacction, not emotion, has no idea what they are talking about. Home IS emotional. And it's beautiful.

And the new owners who get to move to our gorgeous state and experience the BEST of the PNW with those same daily sunrises and sunsets over our mountain. May their new season be rich with comings and goings, new and old for decades to come. You can bet it's emotional for them too. A new season, new roots, new adventures, experiences, and opportunities await.

Deep sigh. It's an honor to be invited in to navigate and advise all the way from our first meeting in february 2025 to closing today. This very special process and experience never gets old. I'm grateful for wonderful people to walk through it with!

Here's something most buyers overlook…When the housing market slows down, homeowners and builders don't always have the ...
10/30/2026

Here's something most buyers overlook…

When the housing market slows down, homeowners and builders don't always have the same priorities.

A homeowner may be willing to wait for a better offer. But builders with completed homes sitting unsold often have more reason to keep sales moving.

In October, over 60% of builders offered some type of incentive. And almost half (43%) cut prices.

That could mean more negotiating opportunities for you.

The trick is knowing where to look. Let's find the builders with more move-in-ready homes available right now and see what they're willing to offer to get their inventory sold.

Have you used an online calculator or tool to get your home’s estimated VALUE?Those 🏠 home-value estimates are interesti...
10/30/2026

Have you used an online calculator or tool to get your home’s estimated VALUE?

Those 🏠 home-value estimates are interesting… but they can’t always see the things that make one home different from another.

✓Updates. ✓Condition. ✓Lot placement. ✓Layout. ✓Recent nearby competition. ✓Even how a particular property compares with homes buyers are seeing right now.

If you’re curious what your home might realistically sell for in our area, I’m happy to put together a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) for you.

No obligation and no need to be planning a move right now.

Comment CMA or send me a message and I’ll get in touch.

10/29/2026

Signs your home sale stress might be more than just a busy week, here’s how to check in before it takes a bigger toll: 🏠

When selling in the Portland Metro area, pay attention to changes in your mood, sleep, or energy, persistent worry or feeling isolated are signals not to ignore.

Break up your workload with short pauses, even just a walk or a call to a supportive friend, to reset and recharge.

Assign responsibilities clearly and bring in extra support early, no one should feel like they’re carrying the process alone, especially if you’re juggling caregiving, work, and family.

Notice if your normal routines slip, missing meals, staying up late, or stepping back from people you trust can point to stress getting ahead of you.

Reach out for outside help, peer support specialists, family navigation services, or talking with a counselor are all available options, even if you’re not in crisis. 📞

For urgent distress or concern about someone’s well-being, the 988 Lifeline and local behavioral health resources offer confidential support and next steps.

Caring for parents, handling a big move, or transitioning a loved one? Let compassionate guidance lighten your load so no one’s mental health falls through the cracks.

A little preparation goes a long way toward keeping the process, and your well-being, on track.

If this resonates, save or share with someone handling a transition in the Portland area, or reach out if you need tailored support. How are you checking in on your own stress as you navigate big changes?

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1500 NW Bethany Boulevard, Suite 190
Beaverton, OR
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