The Bridge to Portland blog.
For us, real estate is not just about transactions. Real estate is about helping people reach their goals.
Our blog shares stories about the important life stages and decisions we get to help our clients through. It’s just as personal for us as it is for our clients and we are proud to share in the journey.
SW Portland Real Estate Guide: The 4T Adventure
Sharon shares more about the 4Ts of SW Portland: trail, tram, trolley, and train in our next SW Portland Real Estate Guide entry!
Announcing Our 4th Annual Shred Event
Join us on Sat, Apr 20th from 10am-12pm at the Living Room Realty Multnomah Village office located at 7830 SW 35th Ave in Portland. Stop by to shred some of those post-tax day documents and enjoy an espresso or tea beverage on us!
Breaking Even & Beyond: How Shawn & Jorge Sold Their SE Portland Home in Record Time
What happens when you buy a house, then get engaged and combine dreams for the future?….You buy a brand new house! Find out how Shawn & Jorge sold their current house & netted some cash for their next home after only two years!
A Tale of Two Homes: How Danielle & Stu Found Their Dream Home in Glenfair
Find out how Bridge to Portland Group teammates Sharon Bloudek and Genmae Rianelli helped these sweet first-time homebuyers choose between two homes!
Weathering the Storm: Determination Pays Off in SE Portland
Find out how Sharon & Genmae’s clients braved an ice storm to close on their dream house on time!
A Home Buying Workshop for 2024
Join us on Thursday, February 1st for a free home buying workshop that will help you determine whether buying a home is the right move now, later, or maybe even never.
From North Portland to the Westside: A New Neighborhood for Patrick & JoAnne
This transaction was a testament to the power of resilience, strategic planning, & teamwork. Find out how Beth’s clients landed the perfect one-level home in SW Portland.
Smiles, Plans, and a New Beginning: Celebrating Jason’s Homeownership Success in Battle Ground, WA
Congratulations to Carrie’s client Jason who is settling into his new home after six months of planning!
SW Portland Real Estate Guide: Exploring the Tryon Creek State Natural Area
If you've been thinking about exploring SW Portland real estate options and you love the great outdoors, Tryon Creek may be just the place you've been waiting for.
Bridge to Portland Group Wreaths & Wine Event
Join the Bridge to Portland Group on Wednesday, December 6th from 4-6 pm at our Living Room Realty Multnomah Village office located at 7830 SW 35th Ave in Portland.
From House Hunt to Home Sweet Home: Buying a Townhouse in NW Portland
After one of Beth Benner’s recent listings turned out to not be a great fit for homebuyer Jennifer, the search was on to find the perfect townhome to fit her vision.
From Van Life to House Hack: Buying a Home in Vancouver
Find out how Carrie helped Dan move from his van into the perfect house for him, complete with rental income!
A First-Time Homebuyer in Cedar Mill
Nate, a first-time homebuyer, had been dreaming of buying his first home for a while. Find out whether he chose a shiny new construction house or a charming townhome in our latest Key Day Story!
New Construction in Ridgefield: Like Mother Like Daughter
Carrie helped Mahira move closer to her kids, her grandkids, and one of her other great loves: the Seattle Seahawks!
A Credit Worth Celebrating: How We Made It Happen for Sara & Joseph
Genmae & Sharon worked together to negotiate a substantial credit for Sara & Joseph’s new home. Learn more about this wonderful couple’s homebuying journey!
The Power of Referrals: Family, Friendship, and Home Buying in SW Portland
Find out what happened when friends called Carrie on a Saturday night & said, "The in-laws are in town & they found a house they want to buy, can you help?" (Spoiler alert: she made sure they got the house, of course!)
Successfully Navigating a Contingent Offer in Tigard
Learn more about how Sharon & Gen helped an old friend navigate a contingent offer & get into her new home!
A Diamond in the Rough
What happens when a house needs too much work for the average buyer? Answer: an architect and an engineer buy it!
Advocating for First-Time Buyers in Beaverton
Beth reflects on an incredible journey to homeownership with some amazing first-time buyers!
Bridge to Portland Group 3rd Annual Pumpkin Fest
Join the Bridge to Portland Group on Sunday, October 8th from 2 - 4 pm at our Living Room Realty Multnomah Village office located at 7830 SW 35th Ave in Portland.
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