With only four business days left in 2025, and most people taking time off with family and friends, it is no surprise that real estate activity has slowed dramatically. Here in Sunriver, snow is falling this morning, and while we might be experiencing a very mild winter …

Every year, the Central Oregon housing market experiences a reset at year's end, then builds back to a peak in late summer. Many listings expire on December 31 and will not relist until spring. This phenomenon, combined with changes in the economy and mortgage interest rates, creates …

The Federal Reserve decreased the overnight rate by another 25 basis points this week, marking the third decrease this year. The 30-year jumbo national average this morning is 6.42%, up from the recent low of 6.1% on October 23, this year, but down .61% year-over-year. On October …

The holiday hangover in sales activity continues this week, with modest transaction volume. With Christmas less than three weeks from today, the end-of-year vacation season is upon us. Bend and Sunriver are experiencing the calm before the storm as out-of-town visitors descend on Central Oregon in the …

Welcome to the post-holiday Luxury Market Report! With only 22 business days left this year, the days are winding down on 2025. While any new pending sales are likely to close in 2026, many currently pending sales will still close this year, bolstering what has been a …

With Thanksgiving less than a week away, and the weather pleasantly mild, sales activity in the Central Oregon luxury market remains steady. However, many of the sales are occurring in properties that have experienced significant price reductions from their original list price. In this week's data, I …

The luxury market in Central Oregon experienced a modest decline in inventory, while seasonally strong activity continued. Mortgage interest rates remain stable, with no anticipated changes in the near future. The weather forecast shows mild, dry conditions for the next several days, which will help extend the …

The market above $1 million is showing continued activity this fall, with supply remaining relatively robust. While selection might not be as deep as during peak season, there are still many excellent properties available. Stability in our market is apparent, but the prevalence of deeper discounts is …

After the Fed lowered rates by 25 basis points this week, mortgage rates jumped almost the same amount, continuing the trend of the lowest rates of the cycle directly preceding the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee meeting. To borrow a phrase from Alan Greenspan, I'd call the …

Late fall is arguably the best time of the year for buyers, as many sellers are motivated to close before year-end. This year, mortgage rates are declining, with the national average for a 30-year fixed-rate Jumbo loan at 6.14%, and inventory levels are elevated compared to …