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There’s nothing against other seasons, but take it from someone who’s lived here nearly three decades: Nothing beats Bend when crowds go quiet, the weather cools, and local eateries unveil their hoppiest beers and farm-fresh cuisine. Wondering what makes this the best time to visit Bend? Here are 7 reasons.

The Cascade Lifestyle Group led by Kristi Kaufman and Catherine Scanland, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Property Specialists and real estate brokers affiliated with the Bend office of Coldwell Banker Bain, has ranked as the No. 1 small team in Oregon for Coldwell Banker Bain based on their 2023 sales volume.

Take a look at our sales statistics for 2023: Kristi and Catherine closed 52 transactions with over $56 Million in total sales volume. For the 2nd year in a row, they were awarded the #1 Team in the Pacific Northwest at Coldwell Banker Bain. Cascade Lifestyle Group – 2023 Stats

Have you ever been to a ski resort? They’re fun and exhilarating outside, warm and cozy on the inside. It’s a tailored experience that can be extremely difficult to craft, which is why when you pick a ski resort, you want to know you’re getting the best service for your money’s worth.

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…

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.

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.

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.

The real estate market seems to have a split personality.