Catherine Scanland | Cascade Lifestyle Group

Best Cities to Buy a Home if you Want it to Grow In Value

By Catherine Scanland | April 7, 2023

In most places, the value of U.S. homes has grown steadily over the last few decades. However, some cities have fared far better than others…

27 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts For The Home In 2023

By Catherine Scanland | February 3, 2023

Valentine’s Day gifts can be challenging to buy, but they don’t have to be. While candy and jewelry are nice—gifts for the home including furniture, decor, and gadgets can be used every day. From practical ideas to ultra-luxe candles and elevated everyday upgrades—here are 27 of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for the home.

Instant Reaction: Mortgage Rates, November 17, 2022

By Catherine Scanland | November 22, 2022

Mortgage rates dropped below 7% as inflation is cooling off. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 6.61% from 7.08% the previous week. As a result, owning a home is 5% less expensive than a week ago.

Housing shortage has spread across Pacific Northwest, new study shows

By Catherine Scanland | September 4, 2022

The most dramatic turnaround was in Bend, Oregon, where a 2% surplus turned into an 8% shortage. Closer to Seattle, the Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard metro in Kitsap County also saw its small 0.4% surplus sink to a 4% shortage.

What’s Actually Happening With Home Prices

By Catherine Scanland | August 30, 2022

One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture. Part of the challenge is…