Welcome to your property search in Lane County!  As a resident since the late 60's, my in-depth knowledge of local neighborhoods and property values is an asset for people moving in or out of the area.  Eugene and Springfield are centrally located in the Willamette Valley and have the convenience of both the Oregon Coast and the beautiful Cascade mountain range just an hour away.  With our overall mild climate, great areas for recreation, home of the University of Oregon and Oregon Duck  football team, the area appeals to most visitors.  Commute time to downtown is still only twenty minutes from many outlining areas that are ten to fifteen miles away.  Eugene's LTD Bus Service and numerous bike paths also make Eugene a desirable place for those that prefer commuting by foot or bike.    

As a real estate broker with Barnhart Associates, I understand the difficulties of relocating and transitioning into a new community.  Whether it's a move across town or across the country, I take great pride in smoothing the way.  My honesty, integrity, work ethic and sincere passion help me deliver clients with an unequaled level of service.  Real estate is one of the largest investments most people make in their lifetime and for that reason, I treat the sale and purchase of real estate as a business and personal matter.  My understanding of the details and complexities of the transaction help those that I work with make intelligent and sound decisions.   From the modest home to the luxury estate, no home is too big or too small to get my fullest attention.

The 2012 January RMLS Market Report compared market activity in the Greater Lane County with January 2011, and sales activity showed strong gain.  Closed sales rose 28.6%, which represents the most closed sales for Janurary in the last five years. Pending sales also increased from 222 to 249.  However, new listings fell.  The combination of higher sales and fewer listings created a much lower listing inventory for this season than seen in the previous two years. 

I hope that you find the information, tools, and expert advice on my website helpful in making educated decisions when it 's the right time for you to buy or sell real estate in Lane County.  Learn about first time home buying, investment properties, how to make an offer, types of loans, mortgage rates, relocation assistance, preparing your home for sale, pricing your home properly, area schools, and additional buyer/seller tips.

Thanks for visiting my site and I look forward to hearing from you.