Portland’s Newest Fast Food. Portland Penny Dinner
Portland's Iron Chef, Vitaly Paley, has opened another restaurant – this one for the hip, hungry masses. And it's right downtown at 410 SW Broadway.
Want a frothy egg cream (with booze) or grape crush with pisco? How about fresh falafel on yummy frybread? Spicy vermicelli noodle salad, a pickle plate homemade Pop Tarts, or seriously, Reuben croissants? Or course, my first choice would be The Stan:
Smoked Chille Chile and cheddar cheese hot dog, grilled onions, PPD pickle relish and sauerkraut on Michelle’s hot dog bun. Whatever your choice, it's AMAZING, fast, fresh diner food with a twist by Portland's finest chef. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, you will love them all!
I've decided that my next new client is going to be treated to lunch here with me!! It's the perfect way to end a long afternoon of finding your new house in Portland.
From their website:
ABOUT PORTLAND PENNY DINER
In 1845 Frances Pettygrove and Asa Lovejoy determined the city of Portland's name with the flip of a coin. And we like to think that after the toss they walked into their favorite diner, or as they called them in that time "lunch wagons," for a celebratory bite to eat. The Portland Penny Diner embraces that spirit, brings people in from the rain and artfully combines the culinary traditions of Northwest immigrants and natives.
503.228.7222 portlandpennydiner.com Open Monday-Thursday 7-7, Friday & Saturday 7-1am, Closed Sunday
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Giving Thanks for Love
It can sometimes be difficult helping people through the emotional decisions and proceedings as they buy and sell their houses. Certain people rise to the occasion, and others try to drag you downwhen they get tired, grouchy or worried. I've experienced both lately.
Years ago I was told that I'd meet "givers" and "takers," and to try to stick with the "givers." (I don't mean material gifts – I'm talking about their spirits.) Below are little notes from two "givers" who I have had the pleasure of working with recently. They both arrived yesterday, and they absolutely made my day, especially after wrestling with my feelings after a "taker" got super grouchy last week. It's no surprise that these "giver" clients were referred from other clients and friends who are also "givers."
" Dear Cary,
You are amazing! I can't thank you enough for working so hard for us through this entire process. We knew from the get-go you were a stellar realtor, but honestly, you are such a good friend too. We are so blessed to be working with you! You really are our Care Bear 🙂 "
Nghi & Aaron
"THANK YOU!!!!
For everything, over and over. You are such a gem. Pure sunshine.
It was so lovely to see you today, as always.
Have a great week and weekend.
I don't have words for how much I appreciate you.
Best to you always 🙂
xx"
Deaunne
I'm giving thanks for having the opportunity to work with such lovely people!!
Giving Thanks for Love is the name of the Linda Cote print at the top of this post. This beautiful print is available on greeting cards for $5 here, at Linda Cote Studio Printmaking. I'm going to order some today!
Portland is a Top Choice City for Retirement
According to CNN's 25 Best Places to Retire, Portland is number two!
Whether you dream of retiring to a big city, small town, resort area or college town, these 25 cities offer reasonably priced homes, low crime and tax rates, quality health care, and more.
#1 Albuquerque
#2 Portland
Famous for its food and bike cultures, Portland is a thriving but manageable city that gives retirees easy access to just about anything.
To see a revolving door of art exhibits, performing arts, and festivals, look no further than downtown and the nearby Pearl District.
No need to leave the city for outdoor adventures; Portland has one of the largest urban forests in the country (wine country and beaches are just a short drive away). It's also home to several award-winning hospitals, including the Oregon Health & Sciences University, whose research center attracts experts and patients from around the country.
See complete data for Portland
I have helped many retirees find their dream home in the Pearl District, Lake Oswego, suburban Portland, and outlying small towns like Canby, Sherwood and Hillsboro. I've also helped a number of seniors sell their homes and find great accommodations in Senior Centers and Assisted Living. Please let me know if I can help you retire in Portland!
Where are housing prices headed?
Everyone seems to be asking their professional Realtor’s prediction is on where home values are headed.
To answer this question I want to quote three separate reports that have been published in the last 60 days: the Home Price Expectations Survey (HPES), the Urban Land Institute Real Estate Consensus Forecast (ULI) and the Demand Institute’s Report (DIR): The Shifting Nature of U.S. Housing Demand. Here are their projections:
A slow but steady return is projected by all. If you plan to stay in your house for 5 years, you can expect appreciation – not like the good old days in the rush, but a good, modest growth at a pace that’s a welcome relief after the last few years.
With thanks to the KCM Blog.
Excellent article on the Real Estate Rebound
Maybe you think Realtors are being optimistic when we say that the market is coming back. We are, I believe, optimists by nature. This job isn’t for the faint of heart, especially in the last few years when up to 40% of the Realtors left the business. But here is Barrons joining in our argument that we are on the mend.
Not only that, the article predicts 30% growth in the next 10 years. Payback. If you were waiting for the bottom, wait no longer. Let’s go house shopping.