Finance website WalletHub released a report last week, naming Bend as the fourth fastest-growing city in the United Statesโbut with growth also comes growing pains. Out of the 515 cities studied, Bend had high numbers in many areas, including job growth (1st), median household income growth (21st), increase in number of businesses (17th), increase in […]
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Issues Currently Impacting Real Estate
A recent report issued by the Counselors of Real Estate listing issues impacting the national real estate market is very similar to the issues facing our local market. Among the issues: Rising interest rates and the economy: Rising interest rates impact home affordability, particularly with income-sensitive, first-time buyers. Politics and political uncertainty: The upcoming midterm elections […]

