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Understanding the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal Buying or selling a home involves a multitude of steps, and two critical ones are the home inspection and the appraisal. While both are important in the home buying process, they serve different purposes. Understanding the ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 18 – 2024)

Fun Things to do this week... The People's JokerIn many ways, the true diva of The People's Joker has been Warner Bros. Discovery. The massive media giant sent a letter that shut down all but the premiere screening of the indie comedy spoof at Toronto International Film Festival in ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 17 – 2024)

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed higher than expected inflation in March, with the headline reading up 0.4% from February. On an annual basis, CPI moved in the wrong direction, rising from 3.2% to 3.5%. The Core measure, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, increased ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 16 – 2024)

Portland, Oregon Property Taxes Among Highest in U.S. – Mostly Stable in 2024 In 2023, Portland voters approved two measures that will affect property owners. One that voters chose to renew continues to support education programs and food security for children while also helping foster children ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 15 – 2024)

As spring blooms and the world awakens to warmer days, there's no better time to embark on a journey of growth, sustainability, and self-sufficiency. While recent supply chain challenges have left many shelves bare, there's one solution that allows you to take matters into your own hands – starting ... » Learn More about DIRKS REAL ESTATE REPORT (WEEK 14 – 2024)