As all of us in Bend know, homes are selling quickly, prices are rising, and we have an inventory shortage. Like many parts of the country, Bend is truly a seller’s market. It is not uncommon to have multiple offers and occasionally bidding wars. With competing buyers for the same property, it’s necessary to act […]
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Whatever, Mom
Saying “no” to “no”
The other night, my son asked me if he could ride his bike around in the rain. I followed up my “No” response with a typical list of justification: “It’s past your bedtime. And it’s too dark out. And it’s wet; you might slip and fall and bust your head open. And I have things […]